Dr. Karen Borgnakke

Biography

Karen Borgnakke is a Professor Emerita at the University of Copenhagen with over 30 years of experience in educational research and methodology. Her academic journey includes significant roles such as Associate Professor at the Danish University of Education and Professor of General Education at the University of Southern Denmark. She has been deeply involved in various educational development projects and served on national and international committees, including the Danish Research Council for Humanities and as a member of the PhD Council at the University of Copenhagen. Her research primarily focuses on ethnographic studies in educational contexts, exploring pedagogical innovation and the intersection of education with gender and professional development. Borgnakke has also contributed to multiple EU projects and is a regional editor for Routledge's 'Ethnography Education'. She actively supervises PhD students and teaches at the Department of Media, Cognition, and Communication. Throughout her career, she has participated in numerous conferences and workshops, fostering collaboration in Nordic and international educational networks.

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