Elisabeth Førde

Elisabeth Førde is a Lecturer at the Department of Kindergarten Teacher Education, Faculty of Teacher Education and International Studies, Oslo Metropolitan University. Her work focuses on pedagogy, leadership, and organizational aspects within early childhood education.

Her research interests center on professional judgment, leadership, and quality development in kindergarten education. She explores how pedagogical and practical tasks are distinguished in practice, and how trust and control shape professional autonomy in early childhood settings. Her work contributes to strengthening professionalism and educational quality in teacher training and kindergarten institutions.

The recent publications reflect a strong focus on organizational dynamics, professional identity, and pedagogical leadership in kindergartens. Themes include division of labor, systematic guidance, and quality assurance frameworks. These works span both academic and professional dissemination, indicating an applied research orientation aimed at improving educational practice.

Scientific Dissemination and Contributions:

• Co-author of book chapters and research reports on kindergarten organization and professionalism.
• Active participant in national and regional conferences on early childhood education quality.
• Contributor to projects on professional guidance and quality improvement in teacher education.

Elisabeth Førde is engaged in academic dissemination and development work aimed at enhancing leadership and pedagogical practices in normative educational professions. She has contributed to institutional reports and national networks focused on education quality. While no formal advising or grant information is available, her involvement in collaborative research and professional development initiatives suggests active engagement in educational innovation.

She contributes to systematic professional guidance initiatives throughout the teacher education program and participates in national networks such as NUBA (National Network for Education Quality in Early Childhood Teacher Education). Her work supports institutional and sector-wide efforts to strengthen quality in early childhood education.