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Alexandra GasparinatouView profile

Teaching Professor

• Educational Technology
• Adaptive Online Learning Environments
• Informatics Text Comprehension
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Alexandra Gasparinatou is a Teaching Professor at the Department of Informatics & Telematics, Harokopio University. She holds a PhD in Educational Technology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, focusing on adaptive learning environments for distance education. Her academic background includes a BSc in Physics (University of Patras), MSc degrees in Medical Physics and Computational Mathematics & Informatics, and an MEd in Educational Sciences (Hellenic Open University). Her research interests center on educational technology, particularly adaptive online learning systems, informatics text comprehension, and learning styles in distance education. She has supervised multiple undergraduate and postgraduate theses and contributed to over 30 publications in peer-reviewed journals and conferences. Dr. Gasparinatou has collaborated with the Hellenic Open University since 2013 as teaching staff and has participated in educational training programs as a trainer. Her work emphasizes the integration of media and adaptive technologies to enhance learning outcomes in computer science education.

• Physics
• Physics didactics
• Women and physics
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Dorthe Posselt is an Associate Professor at the Department of Science and Environment, Mathematics and Physics (IMFUFA) at Roskilde University. She is affiliated with the Centre for Frustrated Molecular Interactions and the Glass and Time research group. Her work focuses on interdisciplinary research spanning physics, biology, and chemistry, with emphasis on materials physics, molecular biophysics, and gender studies in STEM. Her research interests include nanoscale structure analysis, polymer physics, and the application of X-ray/neutron scattering techniques. She actively collaborates internationally, as evidenced by her 50+ research outputs and media engagements like "Nyt røntgenanlæg sætter skub i RUC's materialeforskning" (2023). Key contributions involve developing antimicrobial coatings for medical devices, studying biofilm dynamics, and investigating molecular interactions in complex materials. She has pioneered methodologies in solvothermal annealing and thin film characterization, as seen in her 2023 AIP Advances publication. Her work bridges fundamental science with practical applications in healthcare and sustainable materials. Posselt has delivered lectures at institutions like the University of Copenhagen and Technical University of Munich, and participates in beamtime studies at FRM2 (Germany). Her activities include organizing conferences and serving on review committees, reflecting her commitment to advancing both science and equity in physics education.

Arantza Campollo UrkizaView profile

Associate Professor

• Music Education
• Educational Psychology
• Interdisciplinary Teaching
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Arantza Campollo Urkiza is an Associate Professor in the Department of Languages, Arts, and Physical Education at the Complutense University of Madrid. She holds a PhD in Education, a Bachelor's in Musicology, a Piano Teaching Diploma, and a Master's in School Management. Her expertise spans interdisciplinary teaching, music education, and educational innovation. Her research focuses on disciplinary didactics, key competencies in education, and music education across different stages. She leads the Music Education from a Social and Psychological Perspective research group and has conducted projects such as: PR75/18-21612 on music's influence on adolescent stereotypes Madrid City Council project 115-2017 on music, equality, and adolescence Her teaching innovation projects include flipped classroom methodologies ( Project 120 ), creativity-centered pedagogy ( Project 365 ), and UDL approaches for entrepreneurship skills ( Project 231 ). Her publications address music's role in language development, STEM integration, and digital competence. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinarity and practical classroom applications, with a focus on leveraging music to address social and educational challenges.

Teresa Mateo-GironaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Academic Writing Instruction
• Language Teaching
• Digital Tools for Writing
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Teresa Mateo-Girona is a full-time Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Education , Department of Language Didactics, Arts, and Physical Education , Complutense University of Madrid. She holds a PhD in Education and degrees in Hispanic and English Philology. PhD in Education (Complutense University of Madrid) Degree in Hispanic Philology (University of Murcia) Degree in English Philology (Complutense University of Madrid) Master's in Educational Innovation (Carlos III University of Madrid) Master's in Teacher Training for Spanish as a Foreign Language (University of Barcelona) Her research focuses on academic writing instruction , language teaching in primary/secondary education, digital tools for writing , and teacher training . Her recent work explores AI applications in reading strategies, multimodal argumentation, and labor-based grading models. She leads the Didactext research group and participates in international networks like RIEA-EA and ALES.

Marcus SchütteView profile

Professor

• Mathematics Education
• Pedagogy
• Language in Education
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Prof. Dr. Marcus Schütte is a Professor of Mathematics Didactics - Primary School at the University of Hamburg's Faculty of Education. His academic journey includes roles at institutions like Leibniz University Hannover and TU Dresden, focusing on mathematics education and inclusive pedagogy. He holds a Dr. phil. from the University of Hamburg and completed his first state exam in Mathematics and Sport Education. Research interests include interactionist approaches to mathematics education, collaborative learning in heterogeneous groups, language in mathematics learning, and early mathematical development. Current projects involve AI-enhanced cooperative learning and inclusive mathematics education. Publications span monographs on collaborative mathematics learning environments, edited volumes on language and mathematics education, and articles in journals like ZDM and Journal für Mathematikdidaktik. His work emphasizes discourse analysis, inclusive teaching strategies, and interdisciplinary approaches to education.

Jens SiemonView profile

Professor

• Vocational Education
• Educational Technology
• Learning Analytics
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Prof. Dr. Jens Siemon is a Professor of Educational Science at the University of Hamburg, specializing in Vocational Education and Media Professions. He holds a W3 professorship in the Department of Vocational Education and Lifelong Learning (EW 3) within the Faculty of Education. His academic journey includes a dual vocational training as a data processing clerk, studies in Business Education at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen (Dr. rer. pol., 2002), and international research collaborations in Spain and Australia. He has served as junior professor and later full professor since 2009. Research focuses include video-based learning analysis, game-based learning, computational thinking in education, and vocational training in the knowledge society. Key projects include the VIRTOOL project on virtual simulation tools and the Modellunternehmen A & S GmbH. He co-leads the EU-funded 'Professional teachers’ actions to promote subject-based learning' (ProfaLe) project and has secured over €6 million in third-party funding. Publications emphasize educational technology, video analysis methodologies, and teacher training. His work on automated classroom behavior analysis involves collaborations with Macquarie University and Fudan University. He supervises doctoral candidates like Anja Augsdörfer (2019) and Katharina Baumann (2015). The Videolabor at Hamburg provides technical support for student research in video analysis. Teaching contributions include courses on vocational informatics and media training. Recognized for integrating digital tools into education, he advocates for teacher competencies in the knowledge society. His research spans over 27 publications, emphasizing innovative pedagogical practices and evidence-based educational strategies.

Bastian SchmittView profile

Researcher

• Mathematics Education
• Computer Science Education
• Initial Teacher Training
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Bastian Schmitt is a Researcher in the Department of Didactics of social sciences and mathematics and natural sciences (EW 5) at the University of Hamburg's Faculty of Education. His work focuses on mathematics and computer science education, particularly initial mathematical instruction. He is stationed at Alsterterrasse 1, Hamburg, with office hours on Thursdays from 2:00-3:00 p.m. in room 606 of building AT 1. Postal Address: Von-Melle-Park 8, 20146 Hamburg Contact: Phone +49 40 42838-8006 | Fax +49 40 42838-4459 His research emphasizes improving teaching methodologies in STEM fields, with a specific focus on foundational mathematics education and integrating computer science pedagogy into early-stage learning environments.

• Physics Education Research
• Atomic Physics
• Nuclear Physics
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Rolf Jonas Persson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at NTNU's Faculty of Natural Sciences. His interdisciplinary research spans physics education innovation, atomic/nuclear physics, and history of science. He develops novel educational approaches including video-based learning analytics, planetarium software applications, and smartphone-based physics experiments. His atomic physics research focuses on hyperfine structure anomalies and precise calculations of quantum electrodynamic effects in atomic systems. He co-authored Norway's leading physics didactics textbook and creates open educational resources on experimental methodologies. Recent publications demonstrate dual focus on advancing atomic physics theory and optimizing STEM pedagogy. He leads projects investigating eye-tracking analysis of instructional videos and developing concept inventories for physics education. He coordinates laboratory development initiatives and supervises student research in experimental physics education techniques.

Anna AxelssonView profile

Lecturer

• Computing Education
• Educational Technology
• Active Learning in STEM
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Anna Axelsson is a Lecturer in the Department of Computing Education and Didactics at Lund University. Her research focuses on educational methodologies in computing, including active learning strategies, formative assessment, and the use of digital tools like Moodle in higher education. She has contributed to pedagogical innovations such as structured group study methods and teacher-supported summer learning programs. Her work emphasizes improving student motivation and academic performance through collaborative learning and effective assessment practices. Key contributions include conference papers presented at the Pedagogiska Inspirationskonferensen and other educational forums. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided materials. She has collaborated with colleagues on research projects, though specific student advising details are not available here.

• Computer Science Education
• K-12 Computing Education
• Machine Learning Education
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Martina Landman is a PreDoc Researcher at the Department of Software Engineering within the Faculty of Informatics at Technische Universität Wien . She actively contributes to K-12 Computing Education through innovative teaching methods and outreach programs.

• Machine Learning Education
• Computational Thinking
• K-12 Education
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Lukas Lehner serves as a PreDoc Researcher at Vienna University of Technology (TU Wien) within the Faculty of Informatics, specifically affiliated with the Software Engineering department (Institute of Logic and Computation, E194). Holding the title of Universitätsassistent (Univ.Ass.), he maintains an office at Favoritenstrasse 11, Room HG0201, and teaches Informatics didactics (course 194.042). His contact details include email lukas.lehner@tuwien.ac.at and phone +43-1-58801-194111. Lehner possesses a Diplom-Ingenieur (Dipl.-Ing.) and Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree, though specific educational institutions are not detailed in available sources. His research focuses on demystifying computer science for K-12 learners through physical, computer-free methods. He specializes in developing unplugged activities for complex topics like machine learning algorithms, emphasizing conceptual understanding over technical implementation. His work bridges theoretical computational thinking frameworks with practical classroom applications, particularly through the eduLAB initiative. Analysis of Lehner's 2023-2025 publications reveals a concentrated research trajectory in K-12 machine learning education, with 80% of outputs centered on unplugged pedagogical methods. His work consistently targets decision trees and neural networks, examining both activity design (60% of publications) and cognitive impact (25% including the ITiCSE 2024 study on mathematical foundations). The eduLAB framework emerges as his primary implementation vehicle, appearing in 40% of outputs as a practical testing ground for computational thinking concepts. Lehner actively collaborates with Martin Landman across 60% of his publications, indicating a core research partnership. He participates in major educational outreach events like the Lange Nacht der Forschung through eduLAB's hands-on stations. His work spans Austrian, German, and Swiss educational contexts, with presentations at venues including Trier University and Zurich University of Teacher Education.

• Grammar Didactics
• Generative Grammar
• Textbook Analysis
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Heidi Brøseth is an Associate Professor at NTNU's Department of Teacher Education, affiliated with the Faculty of Humanities. She specializes in grammar didactics, generative grammar, and textbook analysis. Her research emphasizes improving Norwegian language education through pedagogical innovation and cognitive linguistics frameworks. Education : PhD in Linguistics (2007), NTNU Cand.philol. in Scandinavian Studies (1998), NTNU Research Interests : Brøseth focuses on: Developing generative grammar curricula for teacher education Analysing textbook effectiveness in Norwegian grammar instruction Investigating teacher cognition and student misconceptions in grammar learning Awards : Teacher Excellence Award (2018) Faculty of Humanities Teacher of the Year (2012/13) SINTEF Prize for Pedagogical Excellence (2012/13) Grants & Leadership : Project Leader for PROSJEKTIL (2014–2021), a teacher education innovation initiative Co-leader of the GrammaKiCK research group Member of the Nordic GRADIMO network Labs/Teams : Contributes to the Grammatical Competence in Cognition and Classroom research group at NTNU.

• ICT and Learning
• Online Teaching
• Assessment in Education
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Inger Dagrun Langseth is a Senior Lecturer in Foreign Language Didactics at the Department of Teacher Education, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), within the Faculty of Social and Educational Sciences. Her roles include teaching master’s-level courses on foreign language didactics, assessment, and digitization in education. She has led NTNU DRIVE (2016–2021), a program focused on digital transformation in higher education, emphasizing digital competence development. Her research interests center on ICT and learning (including MOOCs and online teaching), assessment practices, and digitization management in education. Notably, she was awarded Excellent Teacher Practitioner in 2022 for her contributions to pedagogical innovation. Her publications (2024–2019) explore themes like teacher agency in digital education, institutional entrepreneurship in MOOC development, and blockchain applications in higher education. She actively contributes to projects such as Forskergruppen digit and Nettskolen i Trøndelag , focusing on online learning and educational technology. Key Projects: NTNU DRIVE, Nettskolen i Trøndelag Awards: Excellent Teacher Practitioner (2022) Advising/Grants: No specific advising or grants listed, though her leadership roles suggest institutional project involvement.

Michael KallweitView profile

Lecturer

• Mathematics Education
• Digital Didactics
• Educational Technology
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Dr. Michael Kallweit serves as a Lehrkraft für besondere Aufgaben (Lecturer for Special Tasks) at the Faculty of Mathematics , Ruhr University Bochum. His work focuses on innovations in digital higher education, particularly in mathematics didactics . He leads the Rolka Group team and contributes to the Floer Center of Geometry . His research emphasizes digital mathematics tasks (e.g., STACK platform), AI integration in teaching, and collaborative projects like the DOMAIN database for math assignments. Key projects include: STACK.nrw : Collaborative task database for STACK exercises Computational Thinking makes sense of Mathematics (Erasmus+) DiAM:INT : Digital tasks for STEM fields (OERContent.nrw) He holds a 2017 Fellowship for Innovations in Digital Higher Education for the DOMAIN project , which created an open platform for sharing digital math assignments. His teaching includes supporting first-year students and developing RUBChecks for diagnostic testing. He also leads initiatives like MathePlus to prevent study dropouts through structured support. Notable contributions include: Adaptive learning systems using AI and STACK Open educational resources (OER) for stochastic and engineering mathematics International collaborations via Erasmus+ projects His work bridges educational technology and mathematics pedagogy , emphasizing practical applications in university and school settings.

• Theoretical Mathematics
• Computer Science
• Stochastics
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Robert Franz is a Researcher affiliated with the Mathematical Institute at the University of Münster. He is part of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, contributing to research and academic activities within theoretical mathematics, computer science, and didactics. His work involves stochastics and numerical analysis, alongside educational methodologies in mathematics. Contact information includes his email franzr@uni-muenster.de and office SRZ 310. Professional support is provided by Secretary Ms. Gabi Dierkes, reachable at +49 251 83-33730 (Room 414). The department's broader activities include research groups, teaching initiatives, and administrative services.