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Susanne Sahlin is a Senior Lecturer at Mid Sweden University's Department of Education in Sundsvall, Sweden. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree and has established herself as a prominent researcher in educational leadership and school administration.
Dr. Sahlin's research primarily focuses on school leadership development, with particular emphasis on principal preparation, leadership identity formation, and professional development for educational leaders. Her work examines how school principals navigate their roles through various lenses including:
- Novice principals' professional confidence and identity development
- Peer mentoring as a mechanism for professional socialization
- Adaptive leadership during crises, particularly the COVID-19 pandemic
- Collaboration between schools and external partners for school improvement
- Cross-national comparisons of leadership preparation programs
Her extensive publication record demonstrates a clear trajectory of research examining leadership practices from multiple perspectives. Recent work increasingly addresses contemporary challenges facing school leaders, including crisis management, equity considerations, and technological integration in educational leadership. Dr. Sahlin frequently collaborates with researchers both within Sweden and internationally, particularly with colleagues Styf, Lund, and Sjöstrand, as well as international partners in England and Australia.
Dr. Sahlin completed her doctoral thesis in 2019 titled "Moving Beyond Internal Affairs: Making Sense of Principals' Leadership Practices in Collaboration for School Improvement" at Mid Sweden University. Her ongoing research continues to explore how school leaders develop their professional identities and navigate complex educational landscapes.
