Dr. Norm Friesen is the Canada Research Chair in E-Learning Practices at Thompson Rivers University, Kamloops, Canada. His work focuses on media pedagogy, educational technology, and phenomenological approaches to learning. He holds a Master’s from Johns Hopkins University and a PhD in Education from the University of Alberta. Research interests include e-learning standards (e.g., CanCore), Web 2.0 integration, media literacy, and the philosophical underpinnings of technology in education. He co-edits the open-access journal Phenomenology & Practice and has published widely on topics like surveillance studies, McLuhan’s media theory, and the 'mediatic turn' in pedagogy. Awarded the Canada Research Chair, Friesen has presented globally on learning technologies, metadata standards (e.g., ISO/IEC SC36), and critical perspectives on education technology. His work bridges humanities and STEM, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to digital learning spaces.
Paolo Giovannucci is an Adjunct Professor of Computer Programming at IE University (Spain) since 2022 and a Computer Science Teacher at Mecenate Srl (Italy) since 2021. He holds a Master’s Degree in Electronic Engineering from Università Politecnica delle Marche (2006) and completed specialized training in didactic methodologies, financial leadership, and people management through institutions like Università degli Studi di Cassino (2018) and Halliburton University (2016). Corporate Experience: Over 15 years in the Oil & Gas industry, including roles as Lead Engineer at Halliburton (2013–2016), Technical/Sales Advisor at Gorevega Limited (2018–2020), and Well Intervention Engineer at Schlumberger (2009–2013). Academic Background: Supplemental certifications in teaching methodologies (E-Campus, 2020) and people management (Schlumberger/MCE, 2012). Research/Teaching Focus: Bridges engineering expertise with educational innovation, emphasizing practical applications of computer programming and electronic engineering principles in secondary and higher education. Specializes in adapting technical curricula for diverse learner needs. Grants/Advising: No specific grants or student advising roles explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Labs/Teams: No formal lab affiliations or research teams noted.
Dr. Gia Khoriauli is a Researcher at the Chair of Physics and its Didactics within the University of Würzburg. Her work focuses on advancing physics education and research in experimental and theoretical physics, computational materials science, and astronomy. She contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives like the Augmented Reality Labs4Future and the M!ND Center, emphasizing innovative teaching methods and student engagement. Her affiliation includes the Emil-Hilb-Weg 22 campus in Würzburg, Germany (Building 22, Room 00.003). She is involved in research groups such as Computational Quantum Materials and participates in outreach programs like 'Particle Physics for Youth.' Contact details include +49 931 31-85786 and gia.khoriauli@physik.uni-wuerzburg.de. No specific scientific awards or recent publications are listed in the provided text.
Jonathan Grothaus is a Researcher at the Chair of Physics and its Didactics at the University of Würzburg. His work focuses on bridging climate change scientific knowledge with actionable strategies, particularly through innovative educational frameworks. He co-leads the Labs4Future student laboratory, which integrates interdisciplinary STEM projects with climate crisis pedagogy. Research interests include didactics of physics, environmental psychology applications in education, and the design of mystery-based learning modules to address climate responsibility. He has developed curricula such as the 'Greenhouse Coins' workshop series and the 'City of the Future' structural change simulation. Publications emphasize climate education innovation, including contributions to teacher training methodologies and interdisciplinary STEM projects. Ongoing work explores the psychological and pedagogical barriers to translating climate knowledge into societal action. Recent articles analyze responsibility frameworks in climate education, utopian thinking in physics education, and the role of mixed-methods research in evaluating educational interventions. His work is featured in peer-reviewed journals like Natural Science in Classroom Physics and Lecture Notes in Informatics .
Dr. Johanna Klippel is currently a Teacher for Special Tasks in the Department of Language Acquisition and Language Didactics at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz since October 2024. Previously, she served as a teacher of English, German, and German as a Second Language (DaZ) at Helene-Lange-Schule Wiesbaden (2018–2024), and as a research assistant at Technical University of Darmstadt (2012–2015). Her work includes authorship at Westermann publishing group (2020–2021). Her research focuses on language didactics , second language acquisition , and interdisciplinary teaching . Key areas include grammar didactics, language support in educational contexts, and competency-based learning strategies. She has contributed to studies on multilingualism in science education and pedagogical innovation. Dr. Klippel has presented at international conferences and workshops, addressing topics such as teacher leadership and competency-oriented assessment . Her work bridges theoretical frameworks and practical classroom applications, emphasizing educational equity and student-centered approaches. Contact: jklippel@uni-mainz.de .
Dr. Katja Tereshko is a Researcher at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities and the Network Institute at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. She holds a PhD and specializes in literary analysis, translation studies, and intercultural communication. Her ancillary role as Director of MOOI Nederlands NT2 in Amstelveen (since 2025) reflects her commitment to language education. Her research focuses on reader impact, stylistic analysis in book reviews, and cross-linguistic translation challenges. Notable projects include LeesbevorderingsLab (2024–2025) and Impact and Fiction (2021–2025), which explore textual features and collaborative academic initiatives. She has published widely on corpus linguistics, modal particles in translation, and intercultural didactics. In Impact and Fiction , she investigates how narrative techniques like tense usage influence reader engagement (evidenced in a 2025 presentation). Her work bridges literary theory with practical applications, such as improving translation pedagogy and fostering international academic collaboration, as highlighted in a 2024 interview with Mondiaal Neerlandistiek . Grants/Projects: LeesbevorderingsLab (Researcher), Impact and Fiction (PI) Collaborations: University of the Free State (South Africa), Zenodo, and interdisciplinary teams. Her research outputs span Journal of Computational Literary Studies , Scandinavian Philology , and conference proceedings, emphasizing peer-reviewed contributions.
Prof. Dr. Thomas Trefzger is a Professor and Chair Head of the Chair of Physics and its Didactics at the University of Würzburg's Faculty of Physics and Astronomy. His research spans particle physics, particularly in the ATLAS experiment at the LHC, focusing on computing infrastructure sustainability, Higgs boson characterization, and lepton physics. He also leads educational projects integrating digital media and augmented reality (e.g., PUMA app) to enhance physics teaching, emphasizing interactive learning tools in electricity education and teacher training. His work includes studies on environmental impacts of high-energy computing, quantum entanglement observations, and precision measurements of fundamental particles. Education: His academic background aligns with his roles in both physics and education. Research interests combine experimental particle physics with innovative pedagogical methods, leveraging digital tools for STEM education. He collaborates with the ATLAS collaboration, contributing to data analysis in LHC Run-2 and beyond. Key Projects: Leadership in the RTG 2994 (Particle Physics at Colliders in the LHC Precision Era), development of AR applications for classroom use, and sustainability assessments of computational resources in large-scale experiments. His work bridges cutting-edge physics research with modern educational practices. Labs/Teams: Active in the Chair of Physics and its Didactics and the ATLAS Collaboration, overseeing teams in both experimental physics and educational technology initiatives.
Dr. Christian Winklhöfer is a Senior Lecturer at the Institute for History Didactics at the University of Münster. He holds a PhD in Modern/Contemporary History and Education from the Philosophical Faculty of the University of Münster. His research focuses on historical judgment formation in education, museum-based historical learning, and the role of digital media in history teaching. He has led projects on interdisciplinary teaching, historical media literacy, and visitor perceptions of historical exhibitions, collaborating with institutions like the Deutsches Panzermuseum. His publications include monographs and journal articles addressing historical didactics, museum pedagogy, and digital media in education. Education: PhD in Modern/Contemporary History and Education (2016), Studies in History, German, and Media Education (until 2008). Current roles include coordinating interdisciplinary teaching initiatives and advising on museum-based educational programs. Research Interests: Historical Judgment Formation in Classroom Settings Educational Strategies for Museum-Based Learning Impact of Digital Media (e.g., Retro-Gaming) on Historical Literacy Interdisciplinary Approaches to Social Studies Education Ethics of Representing Historical Violence in Museums Teaching Contributions: Designs courses on historical didactics, including seminars on ancient history and contemporary German history Develops practical teaching modules for pre-service teachers Supervises interdisciplinary projects combining history, geography, and sociology Labs/Teams: Active collaborations with the Institute for Geography Didactics and Sociology Didactics on interdisciplinary teaching projects. Lead researcher in the Drastische Gewaltbilder in Museen project with the Deutsches Panzermuseum.
Dr. Christoph Kogler MSc. BSc. is a postdoctoral researcher and lecturer at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) and the University of Applied Sciences Campus Wien. He is affiliated with the Department of Economics and Social Sciences and the Institute of Production, Economics and Logistics, where his work focuses on logistics, supply chain and risk management, business analytics, industrial engineering, and sustainability in the bioeconomy, particularly the forestry and timber sectors. He is actively pursuing his habilitation and is recognized for his innovative teaching and research. His research interests center on sustainability research, supply chain management, risk management, agent-based and discrete event simulation, serious game-based learning, logistics, business process modeling, and transport in industrial engineering. He applies interdisciplinary methods from economics, social sciences, and computer science to promote a fair transition toward a sustainable bioeconomy. His teaching innovations have earned him nominations for the Austrian State Prize for Teaching (Ars Docendi) in 2022 and 2023, and his courses are featured in the national Atlas of Good Teaching. The recent publications and projects reflect a strong trend in using simulation technologies to enhance the sustainability, resilience, and efficiency of wood supply chains. His work emphasizes decision support systems, risk analysis, contingency planning, and educational applications of simulation in forestry logistics. He leads and contributes to multiple projects funded by FFG, the Austrian government, and Erasmus+, with a focus on digital transformation and e-learning in higher education. Fellow of the Freiburg Rising Stars Academy Fellow of the Austrian Marshall Plan Foundation Fellow of ACM/SIGSIM Nominated for Ars Docendi State Teaching Prize (2022, 2023) Recipient of Dissertation, Teaching, and Paper Awards Best Thesis Award, Karl-Franzens-University Graz (2016) Kogler advises master’s students in logistics and supply chain topics and has led numerous workshops and international symposia. He is deeply involved in academic service, serving as a reviewer for over 30 journals, editorial board member of Drewno , and active organizer and program committee member for major conferences such as the Winter Simulation Conference and International Wood Supply Game Competition. His research stays at UC Berkeley, Brno University of Technology, and the University of Freiburg highlight his international collaboration and academic leadership. He leads the project 'Serious Game-basierte and Agenten-basierte Modellierungskompetenzen für die Holzwertschöpfungskette' and contributes to several others focused on sustainable wood transport and resilient supply chain management. His work integrates serious games and simulation to train future leaders in sustainable enterprise management. He is a key figure in advancing simulation-based learning and digital transformation in academic and industrial forestry contexts.
Ana Torlak, PhD , is a researcher at the Faculty of Philosophy, University of Split , focusing on Linguistics and Language Education . Her work spans Croatian and Italian language studies , discourse analysis , and pedagogical methodologies , with contributions to understanding linguistic terminology, multilingualism, and cultural identity. Research Trends : Her recent studies address English-medium instruction , contemporary language education , and cross-linguistic interactions , often analyzing textbooks, media, and historical texts. Interdisciplinary Engagement : She participates in conferences like DARIAH-HR Digital Humanities and ASMOSIA , linking language studies to broader cultural and material contexts.
Prof. Dr. Elisabeth Rathgeb-Schnierer is a faculty member at the University of Kassel, specializing in the didactics of mathematics with a focus on primary school education. Her research examines cognitive flexibility in mental arithmetic, differentiated instruction for heterogeneous learning groups, and the development of mathematical reasoning in early education. Her work emphasizes open learning opportunities, diagnostic teaching strategies, and practical implementations of mathematical concepts in primary classrooms. She has co-developed educational frameworks for arithmetic reasoning and number sense training through collaborative projects like PRIMA. Key research areas include: Cognitive flexibility in arithmetic Heterogeneous learning group dynamics Diagnostic teaching methods Mathematical games for transition education
Claudio Sacerdoti Coen is an Associate Professor in Computer Science at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering , University of Bologna. His research focuses on Mathematical Knowledge Management , Interactive Theorem Proving , and their applications to functional programming languages and markup languages like XML and MathML. He has led the DAMA project for didactic applications of theorem provers. Employment: Associate Professor (2017–present), previously Lecturer (2007–2017) Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science (University of Bologna, 2004), Master’s in Computer Science (2000) Research Interests include: Integration of XML-based Mathematical Knowledge Management with Interactive Theorem Provers (e.g., Coq, Matita) Reduction strategies in the Calculus of (Co)Inductive Constructions Formal verification of algorithms and compilers Constructive analysis and formal topology User interface design for proof assistants Publications over the last decade highlight advancements in: Efficient substitution mechanisms for lambda calculi Formalization of mathematical theorems (e.g., Lebesgue’s Dominated Convergence Theorem) Development of proof assistant frameworks (Matita kernel, ELPI interpreter) Mathematical document structuring and search engine design
Kathryn Jane Wiggins is an Associate Professor in the Department of Specific Didactics at the University of Girona, Spain, where she is affiliated with the Faculty of Tourism. She teaches English language courses to undergraduate students in the Tourism degree program and has extensive experience in TEFL across multiple disciplines. Educational Background: BA (Hons) in Humanities and Spanish Philology Licentiate Diploma in TESOL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) Postgraduate Diploma in University Teaching Her research and teaching focus on language education , particularly English for Specific Purposes (ESP) , applied linguistics, and pedagogical training for university staff. She has designed and delivered language programs for students in Tourism, Physiotherapy, and Computer Science, as well as professional development courses for academic and administrative personnel through the Language Service of UdG and the Institute of Educational Sciences (ICE). She is also an official examiner for Cambridge FCE/CAE exams and actively contributes to academic discourse through scientific translation, text editing, and participation in international research projects. While specific publications are not listed, her involvement in journal and book publications, conferences, and research projects is acknowledged. Professional Recognition: Official Cambridge FCE/CAE Examiner She advises on language curriculum design and collaborates on grants and international initiatives related to language teaching and higher education innovation. Her work bridges pedagogy, interdisciplinarity, and internationalization in academic contexts. She is actively involved in research teams and collaborative educational projects, contributing expertise in language instruction and academic communication.
Jesús Ballesteros Mir is an Associate Professor at the University of the Balearic Islands (UIB), affiliated with the School of Mathematical Sciences and Computer Science and the Department of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence. His teaching focuses on mathematics education for early childhood and primary education programs. Academic Role: Associate Professor (Mathematics Education and Computer Science) Key Teaching Areas: Mathematics Didactics, Mathematical Thinking, Curriculum Design for Primary Education Teaching Platforms: Personal academic website (personal.uib.es/jesus.ballesteros) Research Interests center on integrating mathematical pedagogy with computational methods, emphasizing didactic strategies for early childhood and primary education. His work spans curriculum development, teaching methodologies, and the application of artificial intelligence in educational contexts.
Judit Chico Gutiérrez is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Didactics of Mathematics at the University of the Balearic Islands (UIB), focusing on mathematics education for primary and early childhood education programs. She teaches courses such as Mathematics Didactics I , Mathematical Thinking and its Didactics , and Primary Education Final Degree Project , with extensive experience in designing educational curricula and tutoring practices. Affiliation: University of the Balearic Islands, School of Mathematical Sciences and Computer Science Office: 122, Anselm Turmeda Building Her research interests center on innovative teaching methodologies in mathematics education, particularly for primary education contexts. She emphasizes practical training through internships and final degree projects, contributing to teacher preparation and pedagogical strategies. Contact: judit.chico@uib.es
