Hilde Thyness

Hilde Thyness is an Assistant Professor at the University of Inland Norway, affiliated with the Faculty of Teacher Education and Pedagogy and the Department of Nordic Languages and Literature. She is based at the Hamar campus and actively contributes to research groups such as Diversity in Education (DivE), Language and Society, and Language Teaching and Learning in Multilingual Contexts. Her work focuses on multilingual education, teacher practices in multicultural settings, and parent-school communication dynamics in Norway. She leads or participates in projects like DigiMulti and INN-read, emphasizing innovative methods in collaborative research and digital multilingual communication. Her recent publications explore mediagrams as tools for teacher awareness and inclusive language practices.

Research interests span critical multilingualism, educational equity, and Norway’s language policies. While no specific awards are listed, her contributions to multilingual education frameworks demonstrate significant scholarly engagement. She collaborates within institutional and interdisciplinary teams, reflecting her commitment to enhancing language practices in diverse educational contexts.