Vegard M. Frantzen

Vegard M. Frantzen is a Senior Lecturer in Media Pedagogy at the Department of Pedagogy and Lifelong Learning, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His work focuses on media literacy, digital competence, and media didactics, with an emphasis on integrating digital tools into educational contexts.

• Subject responsibility for PED 1014 Media Pedagogy and Media Competence, PED 1005 Introduction to Scientific Theory, and PED 2900 Bachelor's Thesis
• Member of the Extended Leadership Group at NTNU's educational department
• Study program manager for Bachelor's degree in pedagogy

Research involves media socialization, critical media use, and digital learning resources. He co-leads the MEDLiE (Media Literacy and Education Research Group) and ELEMENT (Exploring Living and Learning through Media and Technology Practices) research groups. Key publication themes include:

• Systematic reviews of media literacy measurements
• Media competence frameworks for educational reform
• Artefact-based learning in digital environments
• Democratic learning in digital culture

Frantzen has delivered numerous scientific presentations at conferences like NordMedia, focusing on topics such as podcast learning and media education. He also serves as a safety representative at NTNU.