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Ali Yildirim is a Professor at the University of Gothenburg, focusing on teacher education, teacher knowledge development, teaching-learning processes, and curriculum studies. His current research involves qualitative and quantitative methodologies, leading projects funded by the Swedish Research Council aimed at developing novice teachers' assessment literacy and mentor teacher growth. He teaches courses related to the teaching profession, pedagogical work, theories, and methods in educational sciences. Previously, he served as a professor at Middle East Technical University in Turkey, where he chaired the department and taught courses in teacher education, master’s, and Ph.D. programs. His research has emphasized teaching and learning in social studies, curriculum evaluation, and instructional planning. He has also led large-scale survey studies for the Ministry of Education in Turkey on various educational aspects, including national tests and school effectiveness. Yildirim has participated in numerous European Union projects and has contributed to curriculum development as a consultant for World Bank education projects in Turkey.
Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).