Heidi Kristin Olsen

Heidi Kristin Olsen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Archivistics, Library and Information Science at Oslo Metropolitan University's Faculty of Social Sciences. Her office is located at Pilestredet 48, 0167 Oslo (Office R417), with contact information including mobile (+47 924 40 823) and office phone (+47 672 38 050), and email heidi-kristin.olsen@oslomet.no.

Dr. Olsen's research focuses on school libraries, information science, literacy development, and educational resources. Her work examines how school libraries function within educational settings, with particular attention to reading development among vocational students and the evolving role of libraries in digital contexts. She investigates user behavior in library spaces, evidence-based library design, and the integration of physical and digital resources in educational environments.

Her publication record shows consistent scholarly output from 2013 through upcoming 2025 publications, demonstrating active engagement in her field. The research trends reveal a strong emphasis on practical applications of library science within educational contexts, with particular focus on how libraries serve as learning environments. Her work bridges theoretical knowledge organization with practical educational applications, examining both physical and digital aspects of library services.

Dr. Olsen is affiliated with the Information in use (INFUSE) research group at OsloMet, where she collaborates with colleagues including Åse Kristine Tveit and Marit Kristine Ådland. Her research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between library science, education, and information studies.