Fredrik Breien

Fredrik Breien is an Associate Professor at the University of Bergen, affiliated with SLATE (Centre for the Science of Learning & Technology). He leads educational programs at SLATE and oversees development of the Interdisciplinary Master in Artificial Intelligence and Learning Sciences, launching in 2026. His research focuses on collaborative design frameworks like eLuna, which empowers stakeholder participation in creating narrative-driven game-based learning tools. With 20+ years of industry experience, he has designed over 60 game-based learning systems for museums, education sectors, and public initiatives.

Education background includes advanced qualifications in informatics and media studies. Research emphasizes narrative structures in serious games, specifically evaluating how non-linear narratives enhance engagement and learning outcomes. Key contributions include the eLNVM model for categorizing narratives in educational games and the mixed-reality visual language system in eLuna framework.

Current work bridges academic research with practical applications, collaborating with science centers and educational institutions to develop immersive learning experiences. His interdisciplinary approach addresses challenges in stakeholder collaboration, situational awareness in teams, and curriculum integration through game-based methods.