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Svanhild Breive is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mathematical Sciences, University of Agder. Her research focuses on mathematics education in early childhood settings, particularly exploring how play and inquiry-based approaches enhance mathematical learning in kindergartens and early primary years. She has contributed significantly to understanding teacher-child interactions, classroom orchestration, and the role of physical environments in fostering mathematical thinking.
Her work examines key themes such as the balance between structured and free play, embodied cognition in mathematics, and the application of semiotic theories to analyze learning processes. She has published extensively in journals like For the Learning of Mathematics and European Early Childhood Education Research Journal, and co-authored influential books including Lekende læring og lærende lek i begynneropplæringen (2022) and the Lekbasert læring series.
Her research often intersects with broader educational psychology topics, such as curriculum design for preschool systems and the impact of pedagogical frameworks on child development. Collaborations with projects like the Agder Project highlight her commitment to evidence-based early education practices.
