Timo Fleischer

Timo Fleischer is an Associate Professor in the Chemistry Didactics Working Group at the University of Salzburg, affiliated with both the Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences and the School of Education. He leads key educational innovation projects including EXBOX-Digital, ChemGerLab-VR, and RECC Salzburg, and plays a significant role in digital science education development.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Geography and Chemistry, University of Kiel (2011)
• Master of Education in Geography and Chemistry, University of Kiel (2013)
• PhD in Science Education, TUM School of Education (2017)
• Habilitation in Chemistry Didactics, University of Salzburg (2024)

His research focuses on the effectiveness of digital media in teacher education and chemistry classrooms, the development of digital teaching and learning materials, and the integration of experimentation and modeling in science education. He is particularly interested in how digital tools support the learning of chemical language and representations. His work bridges educational theory and practical classroom innovation.

His recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on digital scaffolding, augmented and virtual reality in chemistry labs, eye-tracking during experiments, and the use of fiction as an anchor in science teaching. These works reflect a trend toward immersive, technology-enhanced, and student-centered learning environments in science education.

Scientific Awards:

• Ehrenurkunde Polytechnik-Preis 2022 – Projekt EXBOX-Digital
• Kulturfondspreis 2020 für das Projekt MINT:labs Science City Itzling
• Comenius-EduMedia-Siegel für EXBOX-Digital (2020)
• Qualitätslabel „Regional Educational Competence Centre“ (RECC) (2018–2021)
• Junior-Fellowship, Kolleg Didaktik:digital (2016–2017)

Timo Fleischer has supervised various research projects and collaborated with numerous colleagues and students, though specific advisees are not listed. He has secured recognition and funding for initiatives such as EXBOX-Digital and MINT:labs, indicating successful grant acquisition. He is actively involved in teacher training, curriculum development, and science communication.

He leads several innovative labs and teams, including ChemGerLab-VR (a virtual reality chemistry lab), EdTechAll, and the development of MINT:labs Science City Itzling. These initiatives focus on creating digital, hands-on, and inclusive science learning environments for both students and teachers.