Katja Wirenius

Degree: M.Ed., M.Sc. (Econ.)

Katja Wirenius works as a Senior Lecturer at Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, School of Professional Teacher Education. She holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree and a Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration (M.Sc. Econ.) degree.
Katja has worked as a Project Manager in the AiDriver! project focusing on artificial intelligence and the transformation of working life. She is also involved in the development of pedagogical media, Erasmus+ BIP mobility projects, and continuing professional education in the education sector. Her key areas of expertise include digitalisation in education, artificial intelligence in learning, leadership, teamwork, and entrepreneurial competences.

Katja has extensive experience across different educational sectors, ranging from basic education to vocational education and liberal adult education. In addition to her teaching background, she has strong experience in business, project management, and entrepreneurship. Before joining Haaga-Helia as a teacher educator, she worked as Head of Education in upper secondary vocational education.

Areas of expertise:
Digital pedagogy, edtech, artificial intelligence, AIinEducation, RDI (Research, Development and Innovation), leadership, continuing education, entrepreneurship education, teamwork