Anke König

Prof. Dr. Anke König is a full Professor of General Pedagogy and Early Childhood Education at the University of Vechta, where she also serves as Dean of Faculty I since April 2025. Her academic work is deeply rooted in empirical research on early childhood education, inclusion, professional development, and sociocultural transformation. She has led major research initiatives such as the BMBF-funded WiFF program and collaborates with institutions like the Pestalozzi-Fröbel-Verband and Robert-Bosch Stiftung.

Her research interests include early childhood education, inclusive pedagogy, media and digitalization in education, university didactics, and qualitative methodologies like multivocal ethnography. She emphasizes the ethical dimensions of pedagogical relationships, the role of interaction in learning, and the systemic challenges in early education such as workforce shortages and professionalization.

The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent focus on the transformation of early education systems, the integration of care, education, and upbringing, and the professional and ethical development of educators. Her work spans theoretical, empirical, and policy-oriented contributions, often in collaboration with national and international partners.

Prof. König is actively involved in academic leadership and public discourse, serving on editorial boards and advisory councils. She has not received specific scientific awards mentioned in the text, but her extensive publication record and project leadership demonstrate significant scholarly impact.

She supervises academic work through her Learning Workshop on Pedagogical Diagnostics and has contributed to numerous research projects on teacher training, inclusion, and educational quality. Her work bridges theory and practice, aiming to strengthen the scientific foundation of early childhood education.