Maria Brennhovd

Maria Brennhovd is a University Lecturer at the Department of Kindergarten Teacher Education, Faculty of Teacher Education and International Studies, Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet). She serves as a study leader and is actively involved in research and dissemination on early childhood education topics.

Research Interests: Her work centers on kindergarten pedagogy, leadership in educational transformation, symbolic play, parent cooperation, and professional development. She explores how physical environments influence children's play and how organizational structures impact professionalism in kindergartens.

Publication Trends: Her recent publications (2020–2025) show a consistent focus on leadership in play environment transformation, pedagogical documentation, and staff competence. She frequently collaborates with researchers like Randi Evenstad and Charlotte Johannessen, contributing to both academic journals and practical dissemination through webinars and podcasts.

Scientific Dissemination:

• Co-authored peer-reviewed articles and book chapters on kindergarten organization and pedagogy.
• Contributed to webinars and podcasts on physical play environments and symbolic play.
• Presented at national conferences like the Norwegian Early Childhood Education Research Conference.
• Engaged in regional competence development projects.

Advising and Grants: While specific advisees and grant details are not listed, her role as study leader and active research output suggest involvement in academic supervision and project leadership. She contributes to collaborative research initiatives focused on improving kindergarten practices.

Labs and Teams: Maria is part of research networks focused on leadership, guidance, and organizational development in kindergartens. She collaborates with interdisciplinary teams across institutions like OsloMet, Høgskulen på Vestlandet, and Universitetet i Stavanger.