Andreas Bach

Overview

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Andreas Bach is an Associate Professor of Educational Science at the University of Salzburg, leading the Department of Educational Science, School Research, and School Practice. He also heads the Center for Practical Pedagogical Studies (ZPPS) for Secondary Education. His career includes roles at Humboldt University of Berlin and the European University of Flensburg before joining Salzburg in 2015.

Education & Career

• 2015–present: Associate Professor, University of Salzburg
• 2011–2013: Doctoral Scholarship at CeBU (Hildesheim)
• 2021: Habilitation in Educational Science at Salzburg

Research Focus

Bach’s work centers on teacher education, particularly school internships, self-efficacy of educators, and classroom management. Current projects include examining professional competencies for effective teaching and emotional dynamics during practicums.

Publications

His recent work explores didactics, pre-service teacher emotions, and long-term effects of internships. Key contributions include a 2023 Springer publication on educational theory and a 2022 study on teacher anxiety and joy during practicums.

Labs & Collaborations

Leads the ZPPS, focusing on secondary-level education practical studies and school-university partnerships. Active in international research networks on teacher training methodologies.