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Britta Kohler is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Tübingen's Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences, Department of School Education. She serves as the Representative for Studies and Teaching at the Institute of Educational Science since October 2022 and coordinates two Master's programs: Educational Science for Teacher Education (M.Ed.) and School Research and School Development (MA). Her academic career spans over three decades with continuous contributions to educational research and practice.
- 1984-1989: Teacher training at Pädagogische Hochschule Heidelberg
- 1991-1994: Studies in Educational Science, Psychology, and Sociology at Eberhard-Karls-Universität Tübingen
- 1997: PhD at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
- 2004: Habilitation at Pädagogische Hochschule Schwäbisch Gmünd
- 2009-present: Academic Councilor and Senior Academic Councilor at University of Tübingen
- 2015: Appointment as Adjunct Professor
Professor Kohler's research focuses primarily on homework practices, educational assessment, and school development. Her work examines how teachers assign and review homework, how students engage with homework tasks, and how homework practices can be improved. She also investigates oral grading systems, management of classroom heterogeneity, and the development of effective full-day schools. Her research combines theoretical frameworks with practical applications, making significant contributions to both academic discourse and classroom practice.
Analysis of Professor Kohler's recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a strong emphasis on contemporary educational challenges, particularly the intersection of traditional homework practices with emerging technologies like AI. Her work increasingly addresses how digital tools are transforming homework completion and academic integrity. She maintains a consistent focus on practical applications of research findings for teachers, parents, and educational policymakers, often publishing in practitioner-oriented journals alongside academic venues.
- 2004 Prize from the German Society for Educational Science (DGfE) for outstanding work by young educational scientists
As coordinator of two Master's programs and academic advisor in school pedagogy, Professor Kohler plays a significant role in shaping future educational professionals. She serves as a reviewer for multiple educational journals including 'Unterrichtswissenschaft,' 'Schweizerische Zeitschrift für Bildungswissenschaften,' and 'bildungsforschung.' Her editorial work includes serving as co-editor of 'Lernende Schule' since 2025 and previously editing educational content for 'Schulmagazin 5-10' from 2015-2025.
Professor Kohler's work extends beyond traditional academic boundaries through media engagement, having participated in interviews with Deutschlandfunk, Badische Neueste Nachrichten, and Table Media discussing contemporary educational issues. Her research often involves collaborative projects with school practitioners and international educational researchers, particularly with Japanese educational institutions as evidenced by her comparative work on school systems.
