Pauline Book

Pauline Book is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics, Science and Physical Education at the University of Inland Norway, affiliated with the Faculty of Teacher Education and Pedagogy. Her research focuses on science education, particularly how multilingual students engage with scientific concepts and how diversity can strengthen learning communities. She emphasizes resource-oriented pedagogical approaches that foster curiosity, critical thinking, and collaborative interdisciplinary problem-solving.

Her work integrates creativity and play-based methods in science teaching, addressing linguistically heterogeneous classrooms. She leads research groups such as Future-Oriented Education in Science and Physical Education (FUNK) and Language Teaching and Learning in Multilingual Contexts. Her doctoral thesis explored multilingual students’ agency in science representations, advocating for inclusive practices that leverage students’ linguistic and cultural backgrounds as assets.

Recent research highlights strategies for collaborative science teaching in diverse settings and the role of creative processes in enhancing student understanding of scientific models. Pauline’s contributions prioritize equitable education and sustainable development through innovative teaching methodologies.