About
Anders Bek is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Applied Educational Sciences (TUV) at Umeå University. He specializes in teaching and pedagogical development, particularly focusing on nonverbal communication, oral presentation techniques, experiential learning, reflective learning, and active teaching methods. He is affiliated with the Police Work Unit at Umeå University's Police Training House.
- Primary Affiliation: Department of Applied Educational Sciences, Umeå University
- Secondary Affiliation: Police Work Unit, Umeå University
His pedagogical qualifications include the title of Excellent Teacher (2016), awarded under Umeå University's pedagogical qualifications system. He led a pedagogical development project (2015–2017) funded by PUNKTUM funds and the Police Training School, which introduced innovative nonverbal communication training for police conflict management.
His research trends emphasize interdisciplinary pedagogy, blending experiential learning with practical skills training in fields like police education and teacher education. His recent publications analyze body language, voice use, and reflective learning in professional contexts.
