formidlingsrelatert

Formidlingsrelatert is a Norwegian adjective used to describe something that is related to formidling, a broad term that encompasses the dissemination, mediation, and communication of information to an audience. The word is a compound formed from formidling (dissemination or mediation) and relatert (related), and is commonly found in Bokmål. It is used to denote activities, roles, or content aimed at making knowledge available to the public.

The concept appears across several fields, including science communication, museums and cultural heritage, education, journalism, and public outreach. Formidlingsrelatert arbeid emphasizes the practical aspects of communicating ideas and findings to non-specialists, such as developing audience-targeted material, designing exhibitions, producing accessible explanations, or training staff in communication skills. In research and higher education, formidlingsrelatert kompetanse refers to the skills needed to convey complex information to diverse audiences, while formidlingsrelatert forskning highlights studies that examine how information is shared and understood.

Related terms include formidling (the act of dissemination or mediation) and kommunikasjonsrelatert (communication-related). While closely connected, formidlingsrelatert emphasizes the audience-focused and outreach dimension of communication, rather than purely theoretical or internal communication processes. The term is used in professional, institutional, and academic contexts to categorize projects, roles, or curricula that prioritize effective public communication of knowledge.

See also: science communication, public outreach, museology, educational outreach, media communication.