Dr. Maarit Jaakkola

Biography

Maarit Jaakkola is an Associate Professor at the University of Gothenburg in Sweden, where she co-directs the Centre for Nordic Media Research, Nordicom. Jaakkola's academic background includes a Doctorate in Social Sciences with a focus on Journalism from the University of Tampere. Her research interests delve into specialized journalism, cultural journalism, and digital pedagogies, with a special emphasis on Nordic journalism education from a comparative perspective. Over the years, she has garnered significant experience working as a journalist for various Finnish media outlets and as a lecturer in journalism at Tampere University for 15 years. Jaakkola is an active member of multiple editorial boards and has served in significant roles within various media education organizations. Her recent publications include works on academic AI literacy and cultural journalism, reflecting her commitment to integrating contemporary challenges within journalism education and practice. Jaakkola is also engaged in several projects aimed at enhancing media literacy and educational techniques in journalism, focusing on the intersections of media, culture, and education.

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