Anniken Furberg

Anniken Furberg is a Professor at the Department of Teacher Education and School Research, University of Oslo. Her work focuses on interdisciplinary teaching, computer-supported collaborative learning (CSCL), and the role of technology in science education. She holds a PhD in Scientific Inquiry in Web-based Learning Environments (2010) and a Cand. Paed from the University of Oslo (1998).

Research Interests: Anniken’s research explores how digital tools and socio-cultural contexts shape learning processes, particularly in science education. Her projects include evaluating Norway’s curriculum renewal (EVA2020) and analyzing teacher-student interactions in technology-rich environments. She emphasizes the importance of bridging group work and whole-class activities to enhance student engagement.

Key Projects:

• EVA2020: Evaluating curriculum reforms in Norwegian schools (2019–2025).
• REDE: Enhancing functional literacy through representations in science education (2016–2019).
• SCY: Developing inquiry-based science learning environments in Europe (2008–2012).

Awards & Recognition:

• 2nd Prize, Kaleidoscope European Starting Researcher Award (2007).

Teaching: Leads courses on ethnography, design-based research, and PhD supervision at the University of Oslo. Coordinates master’s programs in teacher education (PROF3025/PPU3210).

Labs/Teams: Research group leader of TEPEC (2017–2018) and editorial board member of the International Journal of Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning.