Paul Tyrichter

Paul Tyrichter is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Duisburg-Essen, actively contributing to mathematics education research and teacher training. He is affiliated with the working groups of Prof. Dr. Bärbel Barzel and Prof. Dr. Florian Schacht, focusing on innovative teaching methods and digital learning tools.

Research Interests: His work centers on digital diagnostics in mathematics education, particularly through the SMART project, and the development of mathematical exit games to enhance student engagement. He integrates technology and gamification into secondary mathematics instruction, aiming to improve conceptual understanding and motivation.

The recent publications reflect a strong trend in mathematics didactics, emphasizing interactive, game-based learning environments and digital assessment tools. His contributions span from research papers to curriculum-aligned textbooks, demonstrating a commitment to both theoretical and practical aspects of education.

Scientific Contributions:

• Co-developer of the SMART diagnostic tool for data understanding in math.
• Lead contributor to the design of digital mathematical exit games.
• Author and editor of the Mathematics – New Paths workbook series for German Gymnasiums (Grades 5–9).

Teaching and Advising: Tyrichter has served as a lecturer and deputy senior teacher, mentoring future educators and contributing to continuing education programs. He has taught in university settings and secondary schools, including Otto-Hahn-Gymnasium Herne and Erich Kästner Comprehensive School. His work in the part-time master’s program for teacher training highlights his role in academic development of in-service teachers.

Labs and Teams: He is an active member of the didactics working groups at UDE, particularly AG Barzel and AG Schacht, which focus on research and development in mathematics instruction. These groups collaborate on national projects like DZLM (German Centre for Mathematics Teacher Education) and contribute to both academic research and practical classroom resources.