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Stefano Poli is a Full Professor in the Department of Educational Sciences (DISFOR) at the University of Genoa. He serves as Department Quality Assurance Manager and is a member of the Scientific Council of the University Service Center Academy for Healthcare Management (AMAS). His academic position falls under GSPS-05/A – General sociology classification.
Professor Poli's research focuses primarily on the sociology of aging, social research methodology, and the evaluation of social and educational policies. His work examines critical issues affecting older populations including ageism, social participation, violence against elderly women, and the integration of technology in aging societies. He employs both quantitative and qualitative methodologies in his investigations, with particular attention to Italian social contexts and welfare systems.
His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on aging populations, with research spanning gerontechnology, ageism, social policy evaluation, and intergenerational dynamics. The publications reveal a multidisciplinary approach combining sociology, gerontology, and policy analysis, with particular emphasis on Italian societal contexts and the evolving welfare state.
Professor Poli teaches multiple courses including SOCIOLOGY OF AGING, GENERAL SOCIOLOGY AND SOCIAL SURVEY METHODOLOGY, SOCIOLOGY AND SOCIAL RESEARCH METHODOLOGY, and METHODS AND TECHNIQUES FOR THE EVALUATION OF SOCIAL AND EDUCATIONAL POLICIES across various degree programs including Social Work, Product and Communication Design, and Pedagogical Sciences.
His teaching approach emphasizes practical application of research methods, with students developing skills in needs analysis, intervention design, and evaluation of educational and social projects. Office hours are held Monday to Thursday from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM by appointment.
