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    H a m e d   A h m a d i n i a
    Researcher / Certified Teacher / Data Analyst

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    Teaching life

    Teaching Experience

    Spring 2025

    Data Analytics & Statistics in Python

    Metropolia University of Applied Sciences

    2022 - 2024

    Information Studies

    Åbo Akademi University

    2011 - 2014

    Accounting and Finance

    Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran

    2024

    Teaching Philosophy

    Teaching Philosophy

    As part of my practical teacher training at Häme University of Applied Sciences, I designed and delivered an 8-week course titled Data Analytics & Statistics in Python (3 ECTS) at Metropolia UAS in Spring 2025. The course was tailored for Master’s students in Information Technology, focusing on real-world data analysis using Python, Pandas, NumPy, Seaborn, and Matplotlib.

    The course structure combined short theoretical lectures with hands-on coding in Jupyter Notebooks, Kahoot quizzes, peer collaboration via Slack, and a final mini-project. Topics ranged from descriptive statistics and probability to time-series and predictive analytics, including a special focus on cryptocurrency market analysis.

    I taught 31 students and supervised 19 mini-projects, each aligned with the learners' academic or professional interests (e.g., healthcare, finance, sustainability, media trends). Students uploaded their projects to GitHub and presented them live, showcasing their end-to-end data workflows.

    Key Highlights:
    – Live online sessions via Zoom (Wednesdays 16:00–18:00 EET)
    – Weekly hands-on assignments (30%)
    – Capstone mini-project (70%)
    – Open resources: GitHub, cheat sheets, videos, discussion forums

    Table 1: Teaching Details at Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, Helsinki, Finland
    Academic Year Course Module Taught Responsibilities Hours Resources
    Spring 2025 Data Analytics & Statistics in Python Python for Data Analysis and Visualization Designing and teaching 8-week course, creating materials, mentoring 19 mini-projects, preparing Jupyter notebooks, quizzes, and grading deliverables 16 hours teaching
    + 40 hours course design
    + 20 hours supervision
    + 32.5 hours coding    		 GitHub Repo
    DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.15254796
    Wakatime: 32 hrs 30 mins

    As a doctoral candidate who recently graduated from Åbo Akademi University's Faculty of Social Sciences, Business and Economics, and Law, I have had the honour of becoming involved in teaching, especially in the field of information studies. I have had the privilege of creating and presenting some modules for the International Master's program in Governance of Digitalisation, namely "Information Behaviour I" and "Information Behaviour II".

    I tought the "Application of Literacies" module for the "Information Behaviour I" course during the autumn term of 2022. I designed my section to equip students with the necessary skills to navigate our increasingly digital world by thoroughly examining information and digital literacy. Subsequently, during the spring terms of 2022, 2023, and 2024, I had the opportunity to lead a section of 'Information Behaviour II', concentrating on practical application within health information behaviour. These modules were deeply informed by my ongoing doctoral research and spotlighted significant subjects like health information seeking behaviour and the health belief model. These responsibilities are detailed in Table 2.

    Table 2: Teaching Details at Åbo Akademi University, Turku, Finland
    Academic YearCourseModule TaughtResponsibilitiesHours
    Spring 2024Information Behaviour IIHealth Information Behaviour (Focus on Health Information Seeking Behaviour and the Health Belief Model)Preparing and recording lectures, engaging students in group assignments, and learning diaries, grading activities1 hour’s teaching + 15 hours supervision
    Spring 2023Information Behaviour IIHealth Information Behaviour (Focus on Health Information Seeking Behaviour and the Health Belief Model)Preparing and recording lectures, engaging students in group assignments, and learning diaries, grading activities1 hour’s teaching + 15 hours supervision
    Autumn 2022Information Behaviour IApplication of Literacies (Focus on Information and Digital Literacy)Preparing and recording lectures, engaging students in group assignments, and learning diaries, grading activities1 hour’s teaching + 15 hours supervision
    Spring 2022Information Behaviour IIHealth Information Behaviour (Focus on Health Information Seeking Behaviour and the Health Belief Model)Preparing and recording lectures, engaging students in group assignments, and learning diaries, grading activities1 hour’s teaching + 15 hours supervision
    From 2011 to 2014, I worked as a lecturer and researcher at Islamic Azad University before moving to Finland to pursue my second master's degree and subsequent doctorate. This position provided me with invaluable experience in effectively teaching undergraduates intricate concepts in business administration, taxation, finance, and accounting. My pedagogical approach was based on helping students improve their scientific knowledge and research skills through creative and engaging teaching methods, while also acknowledging their accomplishments. These experiences, combined with my ongoing commitment to professional development, have given me greater confidence in my ability to contribute meaningfully to scientific research and academic lecturing. Table 2 provides more information on the courses I taught at Azad University from 2011 to 2014, including semester/year, course code, level, type, credits, and teaching hours per semester. These responsibilities are detailed in Table 3.
    Table 3: Teaching Details at Azad University, Tehran, Iran
    Course Semester/Year Code Level Type Credits HPS[1]
    Investing in Stock Exchange Summer 2012-2013 718 Bachelor Core 2 32
    Finance 2 Summer 2012-2013 1309 Bachelor Core 3 48
    Tax Accounting 2nd 2012-2013 4092 Associate Core - Elective 2 32
    Tax Accounting 2nd 2012-2013 4091 Associate Core - Elective 2 32
    Finance Class 2nd 2010-2011 7356 Bachelor Core 3 48
    Tax Accounting 1st 2013-2014 1603 Associate Core - Elective 2 32
    Finance 1 1st 2011-2012 4883 Bachelor Core 3 48
    Computer Application in Accounting - 2 1st 2011-2012 11511 Bachelor Core - Elective 2 32

    For more information about teaching hours and course credits at Islamic Azad University, refer to:

    [1] HPS: Teaching hours per semester
    “Education is not to be viewed as something like filling a vessel with water but, rather, assisting a flower to grow in its own way”
    Bertrand Russell

    My teaching philosophy prioritizes creating a safe and engaging learning environment where students feel comfortable expressing their ideas and are encouraged to learn and grow. To achieve this, I use a variety of teaching techniques, including the use of technology and storytelling, to help students better understand complex concepts.

    I believe in using concrete examples to explain abstract financial concepts, as this approach helps students connect theoretical concepts to real-life situations and provides them with practical knowledge. For instance, when teaching about present and future value, I relate it to a concrete example of a person saving for a vehicle purchase, which helps students better grasp the concept.

    Pedagogical Training
    This section outlines my pedagogical training, including coursework and practical experience in digital pedagogy, educational leadership, and higher education didactics.
    2021 - 2023

    Basic Studies in Pedagogy

    1- The Principles of Digital Pedagogy in Instruction and Teaching (2 ECTS) - (complited) - University of Eastern Finland 
    2- Introduction to Educational Leadership (5ECTS) - (complited) - Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK)

    2022 - 2024

    Intermediate Studies in Higher Education

    1- Didactical design of courses in higher education (5ECTS) - (complited) - Åbo Akademi University
    2- Teaching Practice 1 (5 ECTS) - (complited)- Åbo Akademi University
    3- Digital learning in higher education (5 ECTS) - (complited)- Åbo Akademi University
    4- Digital Didaktik in Higher Education (5 ECTS) - (complited)- Åbo Akademi University

    2024 - 2025

    International Professional Teacher Education (60 ECTS)

    Häme University of Applied Sciences

    1. The Teacher as an Expert of Learning – 28 ECTS

    • Being as a Learner (4 ECTS) - (completed) - Häme University of Applied Sciences (HAMK)
    • Learning as a Phenomenon (4 ECTS) - (completed) - Häme University of Applied Sciences (HAMK)
    • Learning Community and Relational Competence (5 ECTS) - (completed) - Häme University of Applied Sciences (HAMK)
    • Planning of Teaching (5 ECTS) - (completed) - Häme University of Applied Sciences (HAMK)
    • Competence-Based Education and Assessment (5 ECTS) - (completed) - Häme University of Applied Sciences (HAMK)
    • Personalisation and Support of Learning (5 ECTS) - (completed) - Häme University of Applied Sciences (HAMK)

    2. The Teacher as a Pedagogical Actor – 15 ECTS

    • Teacher’s Expertise in Education and Learning (5 ECTS) - (completed) - Häme University of Applied Sciences (HAMK)
    •  Practical Teacher Training in an Educational Institution (10 ECTS) - (Ongoing) - Metropolia University of Applied Sciences (Metropolia)

    3. Optional Studies – 5 ECTS

    • External Elective Course (5 ECTS) - (completed) - Häme University of Applied Sciences (HAMK)

    4. The Teacher as a Societal Reformer – 7 ECTS

    • Education as a Societal Function (4 ECTS) - (completed) - Häme University of Applied Sciences (HAMK)
    • Teacher's Foresight Competence (5 ECTS) - (completed) - Häme University of Applied Sciences (HAMK)
    • Professional Education and the World of Work (3 ECTS) - (completed) - Häme University of Applied Sciences (HAMK)