Louise Stjerne Madsen

Louise Stjerne Madsen is a Researcher at the Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics, University of Southern Denmark, affiliated with the Research Unit of Active Living and FIIBL - Research and Implementation Centre for Human Movement and Learning.

• Education: MA in Media Sciences (University of Southern Denmark), BA in International Business Communication in English and Media (University of Southern Denmark)

Her research focuses on physical activity, teacher motivation, and self-determination theory, with emphasis on inclusive education, qualitative methods, and active living interventions. She explores how environmental design and municipal policies impact children's and adolescents' mobility, particularly those with movement disorders.

Recent publications highlight trends in pedagogical innovation, outdoor learning, and inclusive sports education. Her work combines qualitative research with mixed-methods analysis to bridge educational theory and public health policy.

She contributes to academic discourse through audiovisual productions, editorial work, and conference presentations at platforms like the AIESEP International Conference and the Self-Determination Theory Conference.

Teaching & Supervision:

• Co-teaches Kommunikationsteori og interkulturel pædagogik
• Supervises Bachelorprojekt
• Leads Praktikvejledning (practical guidance)
• Develops courses on Pædagogik, psykologi og fysisk aktivitet