RA 2: Learning variability, interaction, and support in learning contexts

The aim of research area 2 is to create a novel understanding of the complex mechanisms and interactions of individual and contextual factors underlying learning variability and consequences of this variability on subsequent short- and long-term educational paths. Learning variability will be addressed at different levels ranging from moment-to-moment processes to major contextual changes and environmental influences.

The research area is led by Research Director Katja Upadyaya (University of Helsinki), Prof. Eija Pakarinen (University of Jyväskylä), and Prof. Niina Junttila (University of Turku). You will find all the researchers here.

Publications related to the research area can be found on the Publications page.

• Tuettu 2 -consortium: investigates inclusion from the perspective of student placement (2025–2029, Research Council of Finland)

• ADAPT – Underlying Mechanisms of Successful Student Adaptation in Educational Transitions during Adolescence (Research Council of Finland)

• Learning, Engaging, Participating: Exploring Newly Arrived Migrant Students' Pathways in Education and Society – PATHWAYS (2025–2029, Research Council of Finland)

• Underlying Mechanisms of Successful Student Adaptation in Educational Transitions during Adolescence (2025–2029, Research Council of Finland)

• EduRESCUE – the resilient schools and education system (STN)

• Right to Belong -consortium: Tackling loneliness and ostracism during childhood and adolescence

• School to Belong (Ministry of Education and Culture)

• Steps to the Healthy Development and Well-being of Children (multidisciplinary follow-up study from infancy to adulthood, UTU)

• Nuorten Kompassi - wellbeing application (Research Council of Finland)

• UNIting FAMilies across Nordic countries for resilience (UNIFAMN)

All publications related to the research area can be found on the Publications page.