Mihirani Samarakoon
Doctoral student in biology education
Bio
I am a doctoral student in biology education at Karlstad University and a member of the BEPPE graduate school. I hold a research master’s degree in biology from Mid Sweden University and a master’s degree in science education from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. I have over twelve years of experience teaching science and biology in Sri Lanka. My research interests concern biodiversity education in primary schools
Selected publications
The effect of stand structure and landscape fragmentation on saproxylic polypores and epiphytic lichens in boreal Sweden (peer reviewed article)
Epiphytic lichen richness and composition in
fragmented spruce forests in boreal Sweden
Experiential learning and outdoor education in biology teaching for Grade 7 students