Kristian Skedsmo

Kristian Skedsmo is an Associate Professor at Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet) within the Faculty of Education and International Studies. He is affiliated with the Department of International Studies and Interpreting, specifically in Interpreting Studies. His work bridges sign language research, conversational analysis, and intercultural communication.

• Field of expertise: Discourse analysis, sign language interpreting, conversational repair
• Research focus: Norwegian Sign Language, deaf community interactions, linguistic boundary work

His research explores conversational repair mechanisms in signed multiperson interactions, emphasizing nonverbal communication strategies and discourse dynamics. He has contributed to understanding how repair initiatives are structured in both pure sign language and interpreted settings, with implications for interpreting practices and intercultural communication theories.

Key trends in his scientific publications include: 1) Analysis of conversational repair in Norwegian Sign Language; 2) Visual representation techniques for signed interactions; 3) Interdisciplinary approaches combining linguistics, communication theories, and deaf studies; 4) Examination of interpreting practices for the deafblind community.

Skedsmo actively engages in academic dissemination through conferences, workshops, and publications. His recent activities include presentations on interactional competence in sign language interpreting at events hosted by HVL and NTNU, and participation in research stay programs focusing on conversational analysis.