The primary aim of this research project is to study teachers’ work-related well-being in Finland, and its relationship with various work-related demands and resources. This research is conducted by the University of Helsinki in collaboration with the Trade Union of Education in Finland (OAJ).
Since 2020, an online questionnaire has been distributed biannually to OAJ members towards the end of each spring and autumn semester. The respondents include teachers from all across Finland, representing a wide range of educational levels. This broad data collection enables a comprehensive examination of teachers’ well-being across different regional and educational contexts.
Initially, responses were collected anonymously, enabling the tracking of well-being trends over time. Beginning in Spring 2024, the study expanded to include the collection of contact information from consenting participants, setting the stage for future longitudinal research.
Data was collected between 2020–2024 as follows:
In spring 2024, 721 participants provided contact information for future longitudinal data collection.
The study is led by Academy Professor Katariina Salmela-Aro (katariina.salmela-aro@helsinki.fi). For inquiries, please contact University Lecturer Lauri Hietajärvi (lauri.hietajarvi@helsinki.fi) or Postdoctoral Researcher Olli-Pekka Heinimäki (olli-pekka.heinimaki@helsinki.fi).
This research has been funded by the Strategic Research Council as part of the EduRESCUE research project and by the Academy of Finland for the EDUCA research flagship.