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Inga Bostad is Professor of Philosophy at the Department of Pedagogy, Faculty of Educational Sciences, University of Oslo. She holds significant leadership experience including Director of the Norwegian Centre for Human Rights (2014-2017), Pro-Rector of the University of Oslo (2009-2013), and leads the research group HumStud and NordEd project (2019-2024). Her teaching spans bachelor, master, and PhD levels, including research ethics courses.
Education:
- Master of Philosophy: 'Language, knowledge and doubt' (University of Oslo, 1989)
- Dr.philos: 'Faith or Doubt - reconstruction of philosophical skepticism' (University of Oslo, 2005)
Research interests focus on philosophical foundations of education, human rights, disability studies, skepticism, and Nordic education models. Her work examines ethical frameworks in pedagogy, justice in educational systems, and interdisciplinary approaches to human development.
Publications demonstrate strong focus on educational philosophy, ethics of rhythm in pedagogy, justice frameworks, and human rights. Recent works explore medicalized philosophy of education, interdependence theory, and Nordic educational models. Interdisciplinary approaches connect philosophy with clinical communication, environmental ethics, and disability rights.
Awards and honors:
- Beacon of Dignity Award (Columbia University, 2013)
- Honorary Prize from Norwegian Philosophy Festival (2020)
- Distinguished Lecturer appointment (University of Oslo, 2022)
- Research Council of Norway Scholarship (1988-1989)
- Visiting Researcher Grant at UC Berkeley (1998)
Leads research group HumStud and comparative project NordEd. Serves on multiple international committees including Magna Charta Observatory Governing Council and Global Advisory Board for Human Dignity Studies. Current board member at Norwegian Academy of Music and chair of European Wergeland Centre.
