Dr. Gerd Christensen

Biography

Gerd Christensen is an Associate Professor at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in educational psychology, philosophy, and methodology within the humanities and social sciences. With a Ph.D. in 2013, her primary research interests lie in the fields of pedagogy and psychology, focusing on social constructionism and post-structuralism, particularly through the theoretical lenses of Michel Foucault and Giorgio Agamben. She has spent over a decade engaging with scientific studies, methodology, and the ethical dimensions of research, especially concerning educational practices. Christensen’s work often explores the history of education, analyzing pedagogical movements in Denmark, particularly from the late 1800s. Her Ph.D. dissertation examined group work dynamics at the university level, and she has developed interests in small group functioning and family dynamics. She teaches and supervises students predominantly in educational psychology and science methodology. Additionally, she has served in various academic roles, including as the Head of the Program Section Education at KU. Her contributions extend to peer-review activities and conference participations within her fields of study.

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