Anne Berit Emstad

Anne Berit Emstad is a Professor of School Leadership at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), affiliated with the National Center for Mathematics in Education under the Faculty of Social and Educational Sciences. She is also closely connected to university schools in Trondheim. Her research focuses on school leadership, cultural schools, teacher education, and professional development, emphasizing collaboration between schools and universities.

Her work spans national and international research projects, including contributions to the USPiTE project on university-school partnerships in teacher education. She has extensive experience in teacher education, principal training, and educational policy analysis. Notable publications include studies on leadership roles in school improvement, sustainable collaboration between cultural and compulsory schools, and the implementation of decentralized educational policies.

Emstad’s research often involves school leaders in practical development efforts, blending theory and practice. She has authored books such as Lærende ledelse (Learning Leadership) and Samskapt kunnskap (Collaborative Knowledge), exploring professional learning communities and interdisciplinary educational strategies. Her articles frequently address themes like formative assessment, teacher agency, and the integration of entrepreneurial skills in teacher training programs.

Her work highlights the importance of creating inclusive school cultures and leveraging data-driven approaches for continuous improvement. Emstad actively participates in conferences, contributes to educational policy discussions, and collaborates with international colleagues to advance leadership practices in education.