Dr. Marcus Samuelsson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Marcus Samuelsson is a Senior Associate Professor at Linköping University, focusing on the intersection of leadership and classroom management. His research involves the utilization of computer simulations to enhance teacher training, helping future educators develop skills to manage classrooms effectively. Samuelsson’s PhD thesis examined the ways in which pupils, particularly within the context of gendered behaviors, disrupt teaching, and how educators can adapt their strategies to mitigate these disturbances. His studies have highlighted the importance of multifaceted corrections and maintaining an engaging classroom climate for student development. Over the last five years, he has concentrated on the impact of computer simulations on teacher students’ perceptions of classroom leadership. His work emphasizes the need for flexibility and situational awareness in teaching. Samuelsson also teaches within the teacher programme, special education programme, and special needs training programme, offering lectures and seminars on leadership and didactics methods. He serves as a tutor for PhD students and is actively engaged in various educational networks, contributing to discussions about classroom management and teacher education.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Associate Professor

2014-01-01 — Present

Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden

Research and teaching in the field of education, focusing on leadership in classrooms and teacher education.

Requirements for Linköping 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
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with a major relevant to the program At least 30 ECTS credits in mathematics/applied mathematics and/or application of mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport/ID
  • Syllabus for relevant courses
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Science and Engineering (Institute of Technology) for international Master's programs.