Jessica Allen Hanssen

Jessica Allen Hanssen is a Professor of English subject pedagogy at Nord University's Department of English, serving as faculty coordinator for the Bachelor of English and One-Year Programmes. Her academic focus spans American literature (19th/20th century), narratology, YA fiction, and middle grades education. She has received the 2021 Accredited Teacher distinction and the 2014 Nord University Outstanding Learning Environment award.

Her research bridges literary analysis and pedagogy, emphasizing critical reading strategies in Norwegian curricula. Notable projects include the 2018 Frankenreads initiative and leadership in Nord's Humanities, Education and Culture research group. She coordinates international collaborations like SEA-EU WP 4.6 and contributes to teacher education reform debates.

Her 15 most recent publications (2017–2024) explore topics ranging from Wharton's marital discourses to graphic novel pedagogy, with a focus on narrative theory's application in classrooms. She actively engages in teacher training through workshops and conference presentations on identity-building through literature.

Hanssen supervises BA, MA, and PhD students while maintaining involvement in national exams and policy guidance. Her work frequently addresses multiculturalism, Arctic learner needs, and the evolving role of humanities in education.