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Geir Øvrevik is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sports Science and Physical Education at the University of Agder. He holds dual roles as a university lecturer and researcher with over 10 years of academic experience alongside 20 years as a physical education teacher in various schools. His primary affiliations include the ROPE (Research in Outdoor and Physical Education) group.
His educational background includes extensive practical teaching experience complemented by academic leadership in curriculum development for physical education and outdoor activities. He teaches courses in outdoor activities (coastal/mountain/winter environments), physical education methodologies, and practical activities for schools and kindergartens.
Research interests focus on practical physical activities in educational settings and outdoor education. Key areas include curriculum design for physical education, outdoor program implementation, and the intersection of traditional sports pedagogy with modern educational frameworks. His work integrates both quantitative studies (e.g., energy balance during winter training) and qualitative analyses of educational practices.
Publications span textbooks like Aktivitetslære i kroppsøving (2019) and peer-reviewed articles in journals such as Journal of Adventure Education and Outdoor Learning. His recent work explores coastal-based outdoor education, winter survival techniques, and teacher qualification standards in outdoor programs.
Øvrevik collaborates with regional educational institutions and actively contributes to public discourse through articles in Fædrelandsvennen about topics like winter camping tips and historical sport developments. His research emphasizes applying outdoor education principles to improve student engagement and physical literacy.
