Dr. Mara Saeli

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mara Saeli is an Assistant Professor at Radboud University focusing on Science Education Research. Her research interests are centered on Computer Science Education, particularly in the areas of Teacher Knowledge which includes Pedagogical Content Knowledge and Pedagogical Design Capacity. Additionally, she investigates the integration of Computational Thinking into the curriculum and explores the relationship of sustainability with Computer Science Education. Her recent projects have aimed to tackle the critical challenges faced by educational systems worldwide in adopting digital literacy curricula that incorporate Computational Thinking. Saeli's work includes developing suitable learning objectives and strategies for primary and secondary education, in an effort to enhance teachers' abilities to facilitate effective learning experiences. She is also involved in practice-oriented research designed to support schools in the Netherlands and abroad as they incorporate Computational Thinking into their teaching.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

Radboud University • Nijmegen, Netherlands

Teach courses and conduct research in Science Education, focusing on Computer Science and Computational Thinking.

Requirements for Radboud University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:5
Reading
Required:4.5
Writing
Required:4.5
Speaking
Required:4.5
Total
Required:100
PTE
Listening
Required:61
Reading
Required:61
Writing
Required:61
Speaking
Required:61
Overall
Required:67
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Linguistics, Communication, or related) Bachelor's thesis grade of at least 8.0/10 (US 3.5+ equivalent)
Application Checklist
  • Passport or ID
  • Official Bachelor's degree certificate (or proof of graduation)
  • Academic transcript of records
  • Description of grading scale
  • Personal statement/Motivation letter
  • CV/Resume
  • Course list/Course descriptions
  • Research proposal or Bachelor thesis
Specialization Notes

Applies to Research Master's in Linguistics and Communication Sciences (Centre for Language Studies/Department of Language and Communication).