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Georgios Neokleous is a Professor of English in the Department of Teacher Education at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), within the Faculty of Social and Educational Sciences. He holds a PhD in Education from Saint Louis University (2014), focusing on home language use in EAL classrooms. His career began as an EFL/ESL teacher, with extensive experience across Europe and the U.S., and he has developed specialized courses for diverse learner groups. Neokleous’ research emphasizes multilingualism, translanguaging pedagogy, and inclusive literacy practices in linguistically diverse classrooms. Education: PhD in Education, Saint Louis University, 2014 Masters and Bachelor’s degrees (implied, not explicitly stated) Research Interests: Neokleous explores the integration of students’ home languages in EAL settings, translanguaging as a pedagogical tool, and assessment strategies in multilingual environments. His work bridges theory and practice, addressing challenges in teacher education and classroom diversity. Recent trends in his publications highlight cross-national comparisons (e.g., Norway-Cyprus studies), innovative teaching methodologies, and the role of technology in modern classrooms. Advising & Grants: Supervises students at BA, MA, and PhD levels. Collaborates with international researchers like Anna Krulatz and Sviatlana Karpava. Active in organizing academic events, including TESOL International and ECER conferences. Labs/Teams: Engaged in collaborative research groups focused on multilingual education, such as the ‘Learning and Teaching English in the Multilingual Classroom’ initiative. His work often intersects with institutions like the University of Cyprus and Multilingual Matters publishing.

• Multilingualism
• Translanguaging Pedagogy
• English as an Additional Language (EAL) Education
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Haley De Korne is a Professor at the University of Oslo's Institute for Literature, Area Studies and European Languages within the Faculty of Humanities. Her academic work spans the intersections of linguistics, education, and anthropology, focusing on multilingual education contexts with particular attention to minoritized and indigenous languages. Dr. De Korne holds a PhD in Educational Linguistics from the University of Pennsylvania, an MA in Applied Linguistics from the University of Victoria, and a BA (Hons) in Combined Social Sciences from Durham University. Her academic journey reflects a strong foundation across multiple disciplines that inform her interdisciplinary approach to language research. PhD Educational Linguistics, University of Pennsylvania, USA MA Applied Linguistics, University of Victoria, Canada BA Hons Combined Social Sciences, Durham University, UK Her research interests focus on critical language awareness among teachers, social change imaginaries in multilingual regions, and pedagogies for language reclamation. She specializes in minoritized languages in education, multilingual education policy and pedagogy, language politics, indigenous language reclamation & revitalization, and language ideologies, with specific expertise in Isthmus Zapotec (Mexico) and Anishinaabemowin (US & Canada). Her methodological approach combines ethnography and interactional sociolinguistics within linguistic anthropology. Analysis of Dr. De Korne's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on language revitalization, particularly examining how educational contexts can support or hinder minoritized language maintenance. Her work increasingly addresses global North-South perspectives on language education, with attention to place-based pedagogy and critical language awareness. A significant thread throughout her research examines translanguaging practices and how they challenge traditional monolingual approaches to language education. Her scholarship demonstrates strong community engagement, particularly with Zapotec-speaking communities in Mexico. Dr. De Korne serves on the editorial board of Multilingua - Journal of Cross-cultural and Interlanguage Communication (2023-2025) and is an active member of the Norwegian Academy for Young Researchers (2021-2025). She also chairs the American Association of Applied Linguistics Committee for Online Education and Outreach Webinar subcommittee. Member, Norwegian Academy for Young Researchers (2021-2025) Editorial board member, Multilingua Journal (2023-2025) Chair, AAAL Committee for Online Education and Outreach (2023) Partner, Multilingualism in Transitions Research Project (2021-2025) Affiliated researcher, MultiNor Research Group At the University of Oslo, Dr. De Korne teaches courses including MULTI 4150 Project-based research in multilingualism, NOAS 4102 Additional language learning in socio-cognitive and sociocultural perspectives, and several linguistics courses on language acquisition, multilingualism, and research methods. She also leads PhD courses on communication in multilingual workplaces and revitalization of indigenous and minority languages. Her current research projects include FOSTERLANG (Indigenous language resilience), Language and culture maintenance in Wilamowice, and Linguistics and Sustainability.

• Applied Linguistics
• Multilingual Education
• Language Revitalization
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Dr. Saeed Karimi Aghdam Ordaklou is an Associate Professor of English Language and Didactics at the Faculty of Education and Arts, Nord University, Norway. His academic career is rooted in applied linguistics, with a focus on second language acquisition, educational psychology, and dynamic systems theory. PhD in Applied Linguistics (Second Language Acquisition), University of Jyväskylä, Finland MA in English Language Teaching, Azarbaijan Shahid Madani University, Iran B.A. in English Language & Literature, University of Tabriz, Iran Professional Teacher Education, JAMK University of Applied Sciences, Finland His research synthesizes Vygotsky’s cultural-historical psychology, dynamic systems theory, and dialectical frameworks to explore second language development in sociocultural contexts. Key themes include L2 writing, complexity-accuracy-fluency dynamics, and interdisciplinary theoretical integration. Recent publications emphasize dynamic systems theory applications, digital mediation in multilingual writing, and the sociocultural dimensions of language learning. He has also guest-edited special issues addressing theoretical dialogues in applied linguistics. Dr. Karimi Aghdam has taught in Iran, Finland, and Norway, and holds teaching qualifications from the UK, Finland, and Norway. He actively collaborates with international scholars and has held visiting researcher roles at UC San Diego, Penn State, and the University of Southern Denmark.

• Cultural-Historical Psychology
• Second Language Acquisition
• TESOL
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Lenka Garshol is an Associate Professor at the Department of Foreign Languages and Translation at the University of Agder. She serves as the subject coordinator for English in teacher education and is a member of the International Society for the Linguistics of English (ISLE) and the Learner Corpus Association (LCA) . Her research interests include: Language Acquisition Language Learning Multilingualism Code-switching and Code-mixing Game-based Learning She leads the Games and Active Learning Methods in Education (GAME) project, focusing on digital tools and games in language education. Garshol's publications emphasize English language teaching , error analysis in learner English, and the use of digital tools for pedagogy. Her collaborative work spans topics like artificial intelligence in language subjects , foreign language policy , and subject-verb agreement patterns . She contributes to editorial work for journals such as the Nordic Journal of Language Teaching and Learning (NJLTL) and has co-authored book chapters on teacher education reforms and digital competence development.

• Language Acquisition
• Language Learning
• Multilingualism
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Vibeke Grøver is a Professor at the Department of Pedagogical Research, University of Oslo. Her work focuses on language and reading comprehension development for language minority children, with a emphasis on bilingual education, shared book reading interventions, and sociolinguistic factors influencing literacy. Education: Dr.polit., University of Oslo (1992) Master in Educational Psychology, University of Oslo (1982) Elementary School Teacher, University of Oslo (1977) Research Interests include second-language acquisition, early literacy for dual-language learners, home literacy environments, and teacher talk features in preschool settings. She leads projects like Teaching for text comprehension and has contributed to the DEAL (Development, Equality, and Literacy in Learning Contexts) research group. Article Trends show longitudinal studies on bilingual profiles, shared reading interventions, code-switching dynamics, and neighborhood demographic impacts on vocabulary. Key themes include scaffolding language minority students, cross-cultural comparisons (e.g., Chinese-Norwegian families), and teacher-student interaction patterns in multilingual preschools. Leadership Roles include Dean of the Faculty of Educational Sciences (2009–2012) and advisory positions for the Peder Sather Center at UC Berkeley (2012–2014). Research visits span Harvard, UC Berkeley, NYU, and East China Normal University.

• Language and reading comprehension in children
• Language minority children's learning
• Second language acquisition
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Sigrid Johanna Håheim Ørevik is an Associate Professor at the Department of Foreign Languages , University of Bergen. Her work focuses on multimodal text analysis in English education, genre theory, and assessment frameworks. Position: Associate Professor Email: sigrid.orevik@uib.no Research Groups: POTENT – Post-Truth English Teaching Research interests include: Multimodal pedagogies Genre patterns in EAL materials Assessment of student multimodal texts Digital learning resources Vocational English teaching Recent publications (2021–2025) explore: Multimodal design principles Agency in semiotic work Curriculum coherence challenges Remediation of digital resources Long-term genre stability in exams She contributes to the POTENT research group and collaborates internationally on multimodal English learning projects.

• Multimodal Text Analysis
• English as a Second Language (EAL) Education
• Genre Theory in Pedagogy
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Eli Anne Eiesland is an Associate Professor in the Department of Primary and Secondary Teacher Education at the Faculty of Education and International Studies, Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet). Her work bridges linguistic research and classroom practice, with a strong focus on grammar instruction, language didactics, and the evolution of Norwegian in educational materials. Her research interests include language didactics , grammar pedagogy , linguistic change in textbooks , second language acquisition , and exploratory approaches to language teaching . She investigates how grammar is taught in schools, how language evolves in educational contexts, and how students and teachers engage with language as a system. Her recent work explores the impact of digital tools and AI on language learning and writing motivation. The trends in her publications show a consistent focus on contextualized grammar teaching , teacher reflection , and language change in educational materials . Her interdisciplinary approach combines corpus linguistics, pedagogical theory, and classroom-based research. She frequently collaborates with colleagues such as Urd Vindenes and Signe Laake, contributing to both Norwegian and international scholarly discourse. Scientific contributions and dissemination: Over 11 scientific publications, including articles in Journal of Child Language , Nordic Journal of Linguistics , and Pedagogical Linguistics 2 textbooks, including Utforskende arbeid med grammatikk i skolen (2022) 1 research report on Norwegian noun-noun compounds (2016) 73 dissemination works, including public lectures, conference presentations, and media contributions Eiesland actively contributes to teacher education and curriculum development. She has been involved in projects integrating linguistics into teacher training and analyzing language change in national curricula. Her work supports both pre-service and in-service teachers in developing deeper metalinguistic awareness and innovative teaching strategies. She has presented at national and international conferences, including the International Conference on Construction Grammar and the NordAnd conference. She is a key member of the Text and Disciplinary Didactics research group at OsloMet, where she collaborates on projects related to language learning, grammar instruction, and textbook analysis. Her work emphasizes practical applications of linguistic research in educational settings, aiming to enhance both teaching quality and student engagement with language.

• Language Didactics
• Norwegian Language Education
• Grammar Instruction
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Danyal Farsani is an Associate Professor at the Department of Teacher Education , Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), specializing in mathematics education through the lens of embodied cognition and cultural responsiveness . His work bridges teacher training , gesture-based learning , and cross-linguistic analysis in educational contexts. Key Research Themes: Embodied mathematical concepts, cognitive load in arithmetic, cultural/ethnomathematical practices, and multimodal communication in classrooms. Recent Collaborations: Focus on global North-South educational dynamics, robotics integration in teacher training, and metaphorical processing in language learning. Methodological Focus: Empirical studies using mental arithmetic tasks, gesture analysis, and cross-cultural curriculum evaluations. Publication Trends (2022–2025): Analysis of 15 recent articles reveals recurring emphasis on embodied cognition , mathematical metaphors , visual attention mechanisms , and culturally adaptive teaching tools like the Ethiopian Gebeta game. Subfields span gesture studies , cross-linguistic pedagogy , and innovative teacher education frameworks . No scientific awards or student advisories are explicitly mentioned in the provided data.

• Mathematics Education
• Teacher Education
• Cognitive Psychology
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Åste Marie Mjelve Hagen is a Professor at the Department of Special Needs Education within the Faculty of Educational Sciences at the University of Oslo. Her work focuses on evidence-based interventions for language and reading development in children, particularly those with special educational needs. Her educational background includes: Ph.D in Educational Psychology, University of Oslo, 2012 M.A. in Educational Psychology, University of Oslo, 2005 B.A., University of Oslo, 2003 Professor Hagen's research centers on language acquisition trajectories, vocabulary development in preschool settings, strategic reading comprehension, and school-based psychological interventions. She investigates how early childhood education impacts language outcomes and develops assessment tools for at-risk populations. Her methodology frequently employs systematic reviews and randomized controlled trials to establish causal relationships in educational interventions. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals dominant themes in vocabulary interventions for second language learners, long-term language prognosis studies, and writing support for students with intellectual disabilities. Her work consistently bridges theoretical linguistics with practical classroom applications, emphasizing measurable outcomes through standardized assessments and treatment-inherent metrics. She leads significant research initiatives including “Better equipped for school”, “Inference skills in children”, and “Preventing and Improving Special Needs Education in Children with Language Problems”. As a core member of the Literacy and Numeracy in Context (LiNCon) research group, she contributes to Norway's national framework for evidence-based special education practices.

• Development of language and reading
• The impact of preschool and kindergarten on children’s language development
• Strategic reading and reading comprehension
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Myriam Daniele Coco is an Associate Professor in French Didactics at the Department of Foreign Languages, University of Bergen. She actively contributes to research groups such as the Research Group for Digital Culture, The Caribbean: Identities and Conflicts (as leader), and Conditions and Strategies for Developing Language Competences. Her work bridges digital culture, language didactics, and Caribbean sociocultural dynamics. Research Interests : French and Spanish as second/foreign languages Creole teaching in Martinique Representations and beliefs in language learning Digital culture's role in education Her publications since 2004 emphasize the intersection of technology and pedagogy, including virtual role-plays, digital games, and ePortfolios. These works address discourse analysis, ethical challenges in qualitative research, and identity/citizenship development through language education. Notable projects include NORPART NORCAM (2019-2023), DISPRA (ongoing), and INVITIS (2001-2003). Leadership : Research Group for The Caribbean: Identities and Conflicts

• French Didactics
• Spanish Didactics
• Digital Culture in Education
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Astrid Marie Jorde Sandsør is a Professor at the Department of Special Needs Education, Faculty of Education, University of Oslo, and will serve as Vice Dean of Research at the Faculty of Education from January 2025-2029. She maintains strong affiliations with the Nordic Institute for Studies of Innovation, Research and Education (NIFU), where she has worked as a researcher, and serves as a principal investigator at CREATE - Centre for Research on Equality in Education. Her additional institutional roles include membership in the Young Academy of Norway, the Council of The Frisch Centre in Oslo, and affiliations with CESifo Research Network and the Institute for the Study of Labor (IZA). Dr. Sandsør earned her Doctorate in Economics from the University of Oslo in 2016 and her Master in Economics from the same institution in 2010. Her academic trajectory shows a consistent focus on empirical research in education economics, with early work examining small-group instruction effects and evolving toward comprehensive studies of educational inequality, early childhood interventions, and educational policy evaluation. Her research interests center on understanding and addressing educational inequality through rigorous empirical analysis. Sandsør investigates how socioeconomic background, genetic factors, and institutional arrangements interact to shape educational outcomes across the lifespan. Her work on universal early childhood education examines long-term effects on achievement gaps, while her research on admission systems analyzes mechanisms of access to higher education. She has made significant contributions to understanding gender differences in language learning, the impact of teacher density norms, and the effectiveness of interventions for at-risk students. Her methodological approach combines administrative data analysis, randomized field experiments, and causal inference techniques to produce policy-relevant findings. Analyzing her recent publication record reveals a strong focus on the intersection of genetics, environment, and educational outcomes, alongside persistent examination of socioeconomic inequality in education. Her work demonstrates increasing methodological sophistication, moving from descriptive analyses to experimental and quasi-experimental designs that establish causal relationships. The geographic focus remains predominantly Norwegian, leveraging the country's rich administrative data systems while contributing comparative insights to international literature on educational inequality and policy effectiveness. Through her position at NIFU and the University of Oslo, Sandsør has led numerous government-commissioned evaluations of educational policies, including assessments of teacher density norms, the teacher specialist scheme, and admission systems to higher education. Her research has directly informed Norwegian educational policy debates, particularly regarding equitable access to quality education and evidence-based interventions for reducing achievement gaps. She maintains active engagement with policymakers through expert testimony, commissioned reports, and public dissemination of research findings.

• Economics of Education
• Educational Inequality
• Early Childhood Interventions
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Ulrikke Rindal is an Associate Professor at the Institute for Teacher Education and School Research, Faculty of Educational Sciences, University of Oslo. Her work focuses on English didactics, particularly oral communication, language identity, and perceptions of language learning in the Norwegian context. She conducts qualitative research using interviews and video observation to understand how English is used and perceived among students in and outside schools. PhD in English Didactics, University of Oslo (2013) Master in Applied Linguistics, University of York (2006) Bachelor in English Literature, University of Oslo (2004) Her research interests include sociolinguistics, language attitudes, English teaching practices, and sociolinguistic variation in Norway. She explores how media, identity, and classroom dynamics influence language use and learning. Her instructional roles include courses on English phonetics, language attitudes, and didactic research methods. The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent focus on English in Norway, classroom language use, pronunciation, and teacher education. These works appear in journals such as The Modern Language Journal , TESOL Quarterly , and Journal of Sociolinguistics , as well as in edited volumes on English didactics and teacher education. They emphasize qualitative analysis, identity construction, and pedagogical implications. Ulrikke Rindal has supervised multiple PhD and Master’s students, contributing significantly to the next generation of educational researchers. She is involved in key research projects such as Linking Instruction and Student Experiences (LISE) and STAGE (STArtAlder and extramural ENGLISH), which examine language learning in and beyond school settings. Research Group: Studies of Instruction across Subjects and Competences (SISCO) Projects: LISE, STAGE

• English didactics
• Sociolinguistics
• Language attitudes and ideologies
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Rune Johan Krumsvik is a Professor of Education at the University of Bergen (UiB) and Professor II at Volda University College. He founded the Digital Learning Communities (DLC) research group (2007) and the Western Norway Graduate School of Educational Research II (WNGER II). His affiliations include editorial roles at the Nordic Journal of Digital Literacy (Editor-in-Chief) and Frontiers in Pediatrics (Associate Editor). Professor, Department of Education, UiB (2010–) Professor II, Volda University College (2003–) Honorary Research Fellow, University of Bristol His research spans artificial intelligence , doctoral education , ICT in schools , formative assessment , and classroom management in technology-dense environments. He explores connections between AI, social media, mental health, and digital competence, with recent work focusing on large language models (LLMs) in education and healthcare. Scientific publications show a focus on AI applications ( 76 peer-reviewed articles , h-index 31). Key trends include: EdTech implementation in Norwegian primary/secondary schools AI in formative/summative assessment Digital competence frameworks Classroom technology management Teacher education digital skills Mental health impacts of screen time Scientific awards: Teaching Award , UiB Faculty of Psychology (2012) Excellent Teaching Practitioner accreditation (2020) Supervision includes: Main supervisor for 12 PhD candidates (11 completed) Co-supervisor for 6 PhD candidates Supervisor for 14 master’s and 12 bachelor’s students He leads the Digital Learning Communities Artificial Intelligence Centre (DLCAIC), focusing on AI research in education/healthcare, societal impacts of AI, and digital competence development.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Digital Learning
• ICT in Education
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Mari Johanne Wikhaug Andersen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Language, Literature and Culture, Oslo and Akershus University College of Applied Sciences (HiOA). Her academic work focuses on multilingualism in vocational education, Norwegian as a second language, and teacher agency within educational policy frameworks. She holds a master's degree (2014) and recently completed a doctoral project (2024) exploring multilingualism in Norwegian vocational classrooms through linguistic ethnography. Her research integrates sociolinguistic theory with practical classroom dynamics, addressing challenges such as anglonormativity, monolingual policy constraints, and teacher-student interactions in linguistically diverse settings. Key areas include curriculum implementation in vocational education, language policy enactment, and strategies for supporting multilingual learners in technical programs like hairdressing and mechanics. Andersen has published extensively on teacher perspectives, policy gaps, and pedagogical innovations in multilingual vocational contexts. Recent work emphasizes the role of vocational teachers as policy actors negotiating between national language mandates and classroom realities. Her findings highlight systemic barriers to multilingual inclusivity and propose actionable frameworks for enhancing teacher agency in diverse classrooms. Teaching responsibilities include courses on second language pedagogy, multilingualism in education, and Norwegian for vocational educators at bachelor's and master's levels. She actively supervises master's students in applied linguistics and teacher education programs.

• Multilingualism in Vocational Education
• Norwegian as a Second Language
• Educational Policy and Language Planning
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Adriana Gerarda Bus is a Professor at the University of Stavanger, Faculty of Arts and Education, and a leading researcher at the National Centre for Reading Education and Research. Her work bridges early literacy, digital media, and educational intervention, with a strong focus on how digital picture books can support children's language and reading development. Her research interests include early literacy, digital literacy, multimedia learning, bilingual and multilingual reading, home literacy environments, and educational technology. She investigates how digital enhancements in e-books influence story comprehension and vocabulary acquisition, particularly among young and language-minority children. Her work often employs meta-analytic methods to synthesize evidence across studies. The most recent articles highlight a consistent trend: exploring the efficacy, design, and accessibility of digital picture books across diverse contexts. Themes include screen vs. paper reading, multilingual access, nudging strategies to promote reading, and interventions like Bookstart. Her publications appear in high-impact journals such as AERA Open , Learning and Instruction , and Review of Educational Research . Building a Stronger Case for Independent Reading at School (2024) Nudging to Stimulate Reading in Primary and Secondary Education (2023) Efficacy of digital picture book enhancements... (2023) Free access to multilingual digital books... (2023) A Comparison of Children’s Reading on Paper Versus Screen: A Meta-Analysis (2021) She has received no explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided text. Her advising activities are not detailed, but she frequently collaborates with PhD students and early-career researchers. She has been involved in grant-funded projects related to digital literacy, Bookstart evaluations, and cross-cultural studies of reading interventions. She is affiliated with the National Centre for Reading Education and Research, a key hub for literacy research in Norway. Her team engages in both experimental and meta-analytic studies, often in collaboration with international partners from the Netherlands, the U.S., Poland, and Zambia. Future work appears to focus on expanding digital access for multilingual families and refining digital book designs for optimal learning outcomes.

• Early Literacy
• Digital Literacy
• Multimedia Learning
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