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Alexander Beltz serves as a Researcher in the Department of Didactics of German Language and Literature at the Institute for German Studies, University of Rostock, within the Faculty of Philosophy. He has held this research assistant position since early 2024 and is concurrently pursuing his doctorate under Professor Tilman von Brand since 2021.
His primary research interests encompass historical and political learning processes in German language teaching, with a focus on integrating literature and film into educational contexts for critical historical reflection. He examines how educational materials and media representations can foster understanding of complex historical events, such as National Socialism and the GDR era, in school settings through theoretical frameworks and practical classroom applications.
Analysis of his recent publications (2022-2024) reveals a consistent emphasis on historical-political education, utilizing interdisciplinary approaches from German studies, history, and media studies. His work frequently addresses the challenges of teaching difficult histories and the role of ideology in historical narratives, often through case studies of films like "Our Mothers, Our Fathers" and historical analyses of Neo-Nazism in the GDR.
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As a doctoral researcher, Beltz contributes to teacher training curriculum development and educational material creation. His office is located at the Philologicum (Room 111), Universitätsplatz 3, 18055 Rostock, with consultation hours available by email appointment. No specific research labs or collaborative teams were mentioned in the source text.
