Biography

Dr. Jari Lavonen is a Professor of Science Education at the University of Helsinki, Finland. He is currently a director of the National Teacher Education Forum and chair of the Finnish Matriculation Examination Board. He has been researching both science and technology and teacher education for the last 31 years. His publications include 150 refereed scientific papers in journals and books, 140 other articles, and 160 books on education for science teachers and science education.

Web-page: Jari Lavonen