Ingrid Østgaard Buaas

Ingrid Østgaard Buaas serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Teacher Education at the Faculty of Social and Educational Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Trondheim. Her work focuses on physical education teacher training and inclusive pedagogical practices within primary school contexts.

Her research centers on barriers and possibilities in Norwegian primary physical education, with emphasis on teacher perspectives and curriculum design. A significant strand explores interventions for students with concentration difficulties, including evaluated shooting training programs that bridge physical activity, cognitive development, and inclusive classroom strategies. This work intersects sports pedagogy, special education, and health promotion.

Analysis of her publications reveals consistent focus on practical implementation challenges in physical education, evolving toward specialized interventions for neurodiverse learners. Her methodology prioritizes teacher insights and real-world school applicability, contributing to evidence-based adaptations in physical education curricula.

Buaas teaches the full-time course PPU4261 in Teaching Physical Education and Sport, directly shaping future educators. While specific grant details are unreported, her evaluation projects indicate active involvement in applied educational research and teacher development initiatives addressing inclusion in physical education.