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The Department of Learning in Engineering Sciences

A thoughtful approach to lifelong learning is important for the future and for Sweden. The department has developed research into STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) learning, global competence and digital learning in order to take a holistic approach to research in learning at all levels, from pre-school to higher education.

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The research at Learning

Organisation

The Department of Learning belongs to the School of Industrial Engineering and Management (ITM)  and is organised in three divisions and one center:

WE ARE THE DEPARTMENT OF LEARNING

Research areas

Social benefits - impact

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Stefan Stenbom and Malin Jansson (Digital Learning) are engaged in the project.

8 million to “Mattecoach på nätet”

With 8 new million from Erling-Persson's foundation, Mattecoach på nätet (Mathcoach online) will expand geographically, and the number of math coaches will increase.

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Photo: Chuk Yong from Pixabay

Schools supported by KTH research

Three Stockholm municipalities have been given the chance to both contribute to and take part in research that KTH's teacher students do in their degree projects. The "KULF" project at the Department ...

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"Maths coach online" evens out the odds

"Maths coach online" (Mattecoach på nätet) offers young people aged 12-19 help with mathematics through online coaching by using text messages and a shared digital whiteboard. The coaches are teacher ...

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Societal benefits – impact from the ITM School 

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Last changed: Mar 06, 2024