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Triin Liin is a Lecturer in Cognitive and School Psychology at the Institute of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Tartu. She has held this position since 2019, with fractional appointments indicating part-time status. Her academic journey includes roles as Programme Director for the Psychology Master's programme (2012–2017) and Head of the Institute of Psychology (2013–2014).
Her educational background comprises:
- PhD in Psychology (University of Tartu, 2011)
- MSc in Psychology (University of Tartu, 2003)
- BSc in Psychology (University of Tartu, 2001)
Liin's research focuses on developmental psychology, particularly conceptual development in children, career planning, and educational psychology. She investigates how children form scientific understandings (e.g., astronomy, gravity) and develop career competencies, with recent work exploring digital inclusion for aging rural populations.
Her publications emphasize educational psychology and cognitive development, featuring longitudinal studies on knowledge acquisition and career assessment tools. Research trends show a shift from foundational cognitive studies to applied educational tools and social adaptation.
Liin actively supervises Master's students, with nine advisees since 2010 working on topics like career adaptability, learning strategies, and immigrant integration. She contributes to projects such as Rethinking Smartification from the Margins (2023–2027, €577K funding) and leads administrative roles as Head of Academic Affairs (2024–present).
