Dr. Jakob Åsberg Johnels

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Biography

Jakob Åsberg Johnels is a professor at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in the intersection of education, neurodevelopmental disorders, and communication difficulties. His research focuses on understanding how different factors impact academic achievement, particularly in students with intellectual disabilities and neurodevelopmental disorders. He has published extensively in high-impact journals on topics such as the heritability of language difficulties, the effects of communication strategies in educational settings, and the use of technology to support learning. Jakob's work includes randomized control trials to assess interventions for children with autism and studies that explore the cognitive predictors of literacy skills. His contributions to the field have significantly advanced the understanding of developmental challenges in children and the effectiveness of various educational practices.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2019-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Leading research on educational outcomes and support for neurodiverse students.

Requirements for University of Gothenburg

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 credits) with a major in Political Science English 6/English B from Swedish upper secondary school
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Identification document
  • Statement of Intent (if applicable for specific tracks)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).