Silje Hokstad

Silje Hokstad is an Assistant Professor at the University of Inland Norway, affiliated with the Department of Pedagogy within the Faculty of Teacher Education and Pedagogy. Her primary campus is in Lillehammer. She specializes in special education, with a strong focus on individuals with Down syndrome, speech disorders, and language development interventions.

Her research emphasizes inclusive education practices, stuttering in neurodevelopmental disorders, and evidence-based interventions for children with special needs. Notable work includes systematic reviews on stuttering prevalence in Down syndrome populations and evaluations of digital language intervention programs.

Publications span Remedial and Special Education, Frontiers in Psychology, and Journal of Speech, Language and Hearing Research. Her articles frequently address gaps in clinical and educational support for children with Down syndrome, advocating for tailored interventions and policy improvements.

Hokstad collaborates with institutions like the Federal Reserve System and contributes to research groups focusing on special education. She holds no explicitly listed awards or grants in the provided texts.