Vibe Aarkrog

Vibe Aarkrog is an Associate Professor at the Danish School of Education, Aarhus University, specializing in education studies with a focus on vocational education and training. She is based at the Emdrup campus in Copenhagen, Denmark, and is actively engaged in research, policy advisory, and academic collaboration.

• Position: Associate Professor
• Institution: Aarhus University
• School: Danish School of Education
• Department: Education Studies
• Location: Tuborgvej 164, 2400 København NV, Denmark

Her educational background is rooted in pedagogy and vocational training, though specific degrees are not listed in the provided text. She has been consistently active in research since 2002, with over 115 research outputs and 30 completed or ongoing projects.

Her research interests center on the transfer of learning, the interrelation between theory and practice in dual education systems, and the creation of meaningful learning environments in vocational schools. She explores how students transition from school to workplace training, how virtual simulation enhances learning, and how organizational change impacts vocational education. Her work bridges academic theory with practical implementation in real-world educational settings.

The recent articles highlight a strong trend toward simulation-based and virtual reality-enhanced training in healthcare and vocational education, emphasizing self-efficacy, professional competence, and seamless transitions between academic and practical learning. Her research increasingly integrates digital tools and innovative pedagogies to improve educational outcomes.

Vibe Aarkrog has not received explicitly listed scientific awards in the provided text, but her sustained research productivity and leadership in national projects indicate significant recognition in her field.

• Advising: She leads multiple research projects as Principal Investigator (PI), indicating mentorship and guidance roles, though specific PhD or Master’s students are not named.
• Grants: She has secured funding for numerous research initiatives, including projects funded by national education authorities and ministries, such as the Ministry of Children and Education.

She is involved in key research networks and collaborates with national institutions. Her projects often involve interdisciplinary teams and focus on systemic improvements in vocational education, including policy development, curriculum design, and digital innovation in teaching.