Adrian Kristinsønn Jacobsen

Adrian Kristinsønn Jacobsen is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Natural Sciences, Practical-Aesthetic, Social and Religious Studies. His academic background includes a Master of Science in General Ecology from the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU), alongside specialized training in English teacher education and educational theory. He holds roles as Board Member of The Norwegian Association of Researchers' local group and expert panel member for the Research Council of Norway and Regionale forskningsfond (RFF).

His research focuses on science education methodologies, particularly outdoor pedagogy, metacognition, and early childhood science education. Jacobsen emphasizes nature-based learning and has collaborated with institutions like Inspiria Science Center to develop teacher education programs. His work bridges ecological conservation (e.g., bee population studies) with innovative educational practices, advocating for child-centered approaches rooted in natural environments.

Publications highlight explorations of Storyline pedagogy for cross-curricular teaching, assessment tools in sustainability education, and Norwegian policy frameworks for childhood development. He has contributed to peer-reviewed journals like Utdanningsnytt.no and Norges miljø- og biovitenskapelige universitet, and authored articles in newspapers such as Halden Arbeiderblad.