Steinar Brattenborg

Steinar Brattenborg is an Associate Professor in the Department of Primary and Secondary Teacher Education at the Faculty of Education and International Studies, Oslo Metropolitan University. He is actively engaged in research and development within physical education, with a strong focus on assessment, curriculum reform (LK20), and inclusive practices. He also serves as Head of Studies for Area of Responsibility 6.

His research interests center on physical education didactics, particularly assessment practices, curriculum implementation, and teacher understanding of evaluation criteria. He explores how students perceive competence and fairness in grading, and how teachers interpret and apply national guidelines. His work emphasizes inclusion, student voice, and the development of a comprehensible physical education subject in light of recent educational reforms.

The trends in his recent publications (2021–2025) show a consistent focus on the impact of Norway's curriculum reform (LK20) on physical education. Key themes include grading challenges, the role of student effort, defining student competence, and ensuring fair and transparent assessment. Much of this work is disseminated through academic chapters, research reports (e.g., FUSK-undersøkelsen), and public outreach via platforms like Utdanningsnytt.no and VG.

Steinar Brattenborg has contributed to multiple research projects and has co-authored several textbooks on physical education didactics. His work often involves collaboration with researchers from OsloMet and the University of South-Eastern Norway (USN). While no specific grants are mentioned, his involvement in large-scale research reports suggests participation in funded initiatives. He has also developed teaching materials and regularly engages in professional development seminars for physical education teachers across Norwegian counties.

He is a key member of research groups focused on Body, Learning and Diversity, contributing to both academic and public discourse on the future of physical education in Norwegian schools.