Field of work
I have worked at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences (formerly Sogn og Fjordane University of Applied Sciences) since 2010, from autumn 2017 as an associate professor. I am involved in two major research and development projects in kindergarten, Active Learning Norwegian Prescool(er)s (ACTNOW) and Move-play-explore in early childhood education (MoveEarly).
Teaches
- Physical activity in kindergarten and school
- Physical activity, motor development, cognitive development
Researching
- Physical activity in kindergarten
- Physical activity in school
- Effects of physical activity on cognitive and socio-emotional development
- Professional development for kindergarten staff
Research groups
- BIDR211, Preventive Physical Activity, 24/25
- BIDR213, Health Promotion, 24/25
- FYS801, Physically active play in kindergarten, 24/25, subject responsible
- MIDR401, Perspectives on movement , 24/25
- MIDR550, Master's thesis in sport science, 24/25
- PHD902, Theory of science, ethics and academic text, 24/25
- PHD950, Doctoral thesis, 24/25
Publications
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Effects of preschool staff professional development in physical activity on self-regulation, executive function and early academic learning in 3–5-year-old children: The active learning Norwegian preschool(er)s (ACTNOW) cluster-randomized controlled trial
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The sleep and activity database for the early years (SADEY) study: design and methods
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Optimal levels of sleep, sedentary behaviour, and physical activity needed to support cognitive function in children of the early years
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Effects of a staff-led multicomponent physical activity intervention on preschooler's fundamental motor skills and physical fitness: The ACTNOW cluster-randomized controlled trial
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Effects of a staff physical activity professional development intervention on preschoolers' mental health and self-regulation: The active learning Norwegian Preschool(er)s (ACTNOW) cluster randomised controlled trial
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