Susanne Koch

Priv.-Doz. Dr. Susanne Koch is a Senior Lecturer (Akademische Oberrätin) for Teacher Education in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Hamburg. She holds a PhD in Probability Theory from Georg-August-University Göttingen (2000) and has extensive experience in academic teaching and research. Her primary role involves teacher training in mathematics, focusing on bridging didactic and scientific aspects of problem-solving in education.

Research Interests:

• Mathematical Statistics and Stochastic Processes
• Applications of Probability Theory in Education
• Discrete Mathematics and Stochastic Reasoning
• Development of Digital Tools for Mathematics Education

Recent Research Trends: Her work combines foundational stochastic analysis with practical educational methodologies, emphasizing problem-solving frameworks for primary and secondary education. Key contributions include studies on Dirichlet forms, random walks, and pedagogical strategies for integrating advanced mathematical concepts into teacher training programs.

Awards: Double Prize Winner of the 2006 Pilot Project for Teaching Excellence at Göttingen University.

Advising & Grants: Leads academic advising in mathematics education, coordinating courses like 'Fachwissenschaftliche Hintergründe schulmathematischer Inhalte' and 'Grundkonzepte der diskreten Mathematik'. Active in curriculum development for teacher education programs.

Lab/Team: Member of the ST Group (Mathematical Statistics and Stochastic Processes) at the Department of Mathematics, contributing to interdisciplinary research and educational innovation.