About
Dr. Alexander Best is a researcher specializing in computer science education for primary schools, affiliated with Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster. His work focuses on integrating computational thinking into foundational education through projects like 'Languages and Automata' and collaborations with institutions across Germany.
- Doctorate in educational computer science (2020)
- Extensive publications in journals including LOG IN and Informatik-Spektrum
- Active participant in INFOS and WiPSCE conferences
Research emphasizes teacher training, curriculum development, and digital literacy frameworks for primary education. His 2022 work explores interdisciplinary integration with mathematics and science education, while earlier studies analyze teacher perceptions and competency models.
Current projects involve creating teaching materials tested in schools, with a focus on empirical evaluation and iterative improvement. Collaborations frequently involve teams from NRW universities and educational institutions.
