Julie Klovholt Leonardsen

Julie Klovholt Leonardsen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Teacher Education, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). Her expertise bridges vocational education (specifically restaurant and food studies) with academic pedagogy, focusing on assessment practices and writing instruction in vocational contexts.

• Education: Master's in Language Studies, Master's in Teaching Profession and Professional Practice, and formal mentor training.
• Research: Centers on vocational teachers' assessment competence, writing pedagogy in vocational subjects, and the interplay between academic and vocational education.
• Teaching: Leads courses in vocational didactics, assessment, and academic writing for bachelor's and master's programs, as well as continuing education initiatives.
• Key Projects: Involved in PLAC STRENGTH and quality improvement in mentoring and assessment for vocational teacher education.