Caroline Elisabeth Roth-Ebner

Caroline Elisabeth Roth-Ebner is an Associate Professor at the University of Klagenfurt's Institute of Media and Communication Studies. She serves as Deputy Director of Studies for Media and Communication Studies, and holds roles in the university's Senate and Curricular Commission. Her research focuses on media studies, child/youth research, gender studies, educational research, and the sociology of work. Key projects include studies on media biographies, digitalization in education, and mediatization of workspaces. Notable recent publications include a 2024 study on ageing and media use, and a collaborative book on media biographies and generations.

Her research explores digital media's impact on society, including studies on mobile phone bans in schools, reality TV discourses, and the mediatization of office environments. Awards include the 2019 Media Literacy Award for her work on student media footprints. Projects like the 'Flipped Classroom' initiative demonstrate her commitment to innovative media education strategies.

Professional activities include leadership roles in academic governance and editorial work for journals like Medienimpulse and MedienJournal. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges media theory, qualitative research methods, and practical educational interventions.