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Helga Dis Isfold Sigurdardottir is a researcher at Nord University, specializing in digital game-based learning, ICT in education, gender and diversity in technology, and feminist pedagogy. Her work bridges educational theory, digital culture, and social equity, with a strong focus on empowering women and girls in game development and creative IT fields.
Her research interests include:
- Digital Game-Based Learning (DGBL)
- ICT integration in education
- Gender, diversity, and inclusion in technology
- Professional development for educators
- Online cultures and social media
- Feminist theory in educational contexts
- Social-emotional learning and AI literacy
Her recent publications show a clear trend toward integrating emotional and ethical dimensions into digital education, particularly through narrative reviews on AI literacy and social-emotional competencies. She also explores gamification, teacher adoption of digital tools, and student perceptions of digital learning environments. Her work often involves collaborative projects with colleagues such as Robin Munkvold and Adam Palmquist.
Scientific contributions include:
- Narrative reviews on AI and education
- Studies on gender and game-based learning
- Design and evaluation of educational games
- Analysis of online activism and hashtags
- Teacher perspectives on digital tools
She actively contributes to educational outreach through workshops on gamification, role models in IT, and initiatives to attract girls to technological fields. Her work emphasizes both research and practical application in schools and communities.
