Dr. Per Olof Hansson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Per-Olof Hansson is an Associate Professor at Linköping University, specializing in educational research focused on mobile learning (m-learning) and pedagogical content knowledge. His research primarily investigates the implementation of mobile technology in educational settings, with a strong emphasis on its impact on learning in both formal and informal environments. A significant portion of his work has been conducted in 'mobile rich' countries like Kenya, where he has explored the effects of smartphones and tablets on education, including collaborations with organizations such as UNFPA to develop m-learning courses in entrepreneurship and urban agriculture. He has also been involved in projects aimed at protecting wildlife through education, such as using smartphones to train park rangers against poaching. Per-Olof is responsible for the Social Science Teacher Education Programme at Liu, coordinating international field trips and teaching placements, thereby enhancing global exposure for students in various countries including Kenya, Ethiopia, and Japan. His academic qualifications include a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Educational Research from 2015 and a Master of Education in Social Science from 1994.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden

Per-Olof Hansson teaches in the Social Science Teacher Education Programme and coordinates various international field trips and teaching placements.

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.