Dr. Lennart Rolandsson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Lennart Rolandsson is an Associate Professor at Uppsala University specializing in computational thinking and programming in education. His work focuses on problem-solving and technology in teaching, aiming to improve teachers' professional development through practice-based research. Rolandsson's doctoral dissertation titled 'Programmed study about programming teachers’ beliefs and intentions' emphasized the significance of programming as a mandatory subject introduced in Swedish compulsory schools. His research explores the unique aspects of programming education, including gender considerations and the integration of technology in mathematics. He is involved in several projects, including a Nordplus project comparing teacher educators across the Nordic region and programs aimed at developing didactic models for programming within the context of sustainable development. His academic interests align with the ongoing discussions around teachers’ subject-specific knowledge and pedagogical frameworks in the face of evolving curriculum requirements due to societal changes such as artificial intelligence.

Research Interests

Requirements for Uppsala University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport photo page
  • Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes

General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.