elevmedvirken
Elevmedvirken refers to the involvement of pupils in decisions that affect their education. It encompasses formal structures and informal practices that give students a voice in planning, organizing, and evaluating teaching and school life in primary and secondary education. The term is commonly used in Nordic contexts and is closely linked to structures such as student councils and class councils.
Common mechanisms for elevmedvirken include elected school-wide elevråd (student councils), class councils where students discuss matters
The aim of elevmedvirken is to promote democratic citizenship, improve the learning environment, increase student engagement,
Challenges include ensuring broad representation, avoiding tokenism, and providing training for both student representatives and staff
Across Nordic countries, elevmedvirken is generally supported by education legislation and policy that encourage or require