Katja Becker

Katja Becker is a Professor of Media- and Interface Design at Westfälische Hochschule, specifically within the School of Computer Science and Communication (Informatik und Kommunikation) in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. Her academic career focuses on the intersection of design, technology, and intercultural communication.

Becker's research interests span multiple domains of design and technology:

• Design Thinking and Creative Methodologies
• Visual Communication and Interface Design
• Gender Perspectives in Digital Design
• Intercultural and Global Design Approaches
• Extended Reality Applications in Education
• Participatory Design with Diverse Communities

Her scholarly work demonstrates a strong commitment to applying design principles to address global challenges through intercultural collaboration. Becker has developed innovative frameworks like the Global Intercultural Project Experience (GIPE) that connect students across continents to solve real-world problems. Her research particularly emphasizes inclusive design practices that consider gender perspectives and cultural diversity in the development of digital artifacts and interfaces.

Becker has collaborated extensively with international partners, particularly with researchers at Namibia University of Science and Technology, indicating a strong commitment to global perspectives in design education. Her work with primary school students on extended reality escape rooms shows her dedication to making advanced design concepts accessible to younger audiences.

Her scientific contributions include exploring the social significance of gender codes in web design and developing tools for futures literacy through the concept of "xtopias." These works reflect her interdisciplinary approach that bridges design theory with practical applications in education and social contexts.