Ingvild Åmot

Ingvild Åmot is a Professor at Dronning Mauds Minne Høgskole for Pedagogisk Forskning (DMMH), specializing in special pedagogy and inclusion in early childhood education. She leads research projects such as KompKart and Samiske barnehager som helsefremmende arena, and co-leads the special pedagogy research group at DMMH with Karianne Franck.

Her research interests include:

• Children’s perspectives and participation
• Psychosocial environment in kindergartens
• Qualitative research methods
• Professional ethics
• Inclusion and diversity in early education

Her publications focus on creating inclusive spaces, supporting children with disabilities, language revitalization in Sámi kindergartens, and ethical dilemmas in participatory research. Key collaborative projects include work with NTNU and Telemarksforskning, supported by organizations like SANKS.

She has contributed to studies on educational reform implementation, transition from kindergarten to school, and the role of special educators in Norway’s universal childcare system.