معرفی
Prof. Christine Schmalenbach is an Assistant Professor of Special Education at the University of Hamburg's Faculty of Education. Her work focuses on learning processes in challenging contexts, cooperative learning, and inclusive education. She leads the Faculty Research Center 'Literacy in Diversity Settings (LiDS)' and holds a tenure-track position (W2) in Special Education with a focus on learning and emotional/social development.
Education:
- PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences (2017), TU Dortmund (summa cum laude)
- Art Therapy Training (2010–2015), Werkstatt für Kunst und Therapie, Münster
- Special Education Teaching Degree (2003–2007), PH Ludwigsburg
Research Interests: Christine explores cooperative learning dynamics in diverse classrooms, social-emotional development programs (e.g., SeELe), and educational interventions in high-risk contexts like El Salvador. She emphasizes participatory approaches and cultural sensitivity in curriculum design.
Selected Projects:
- SeGEL-Sek1: Design-Based Research on self-regulated social-emotional learning materials for urban schools
- RAICES: Teacher training in El Salvador during crises
- LIFE Program: University-student mentoring for marginalized youth
Awards & Honors:
- Elizabeth Cohen Award (2019) for doctoral work on cooperative learning in El Salvador
- DAAD Fellowships (2013–2017) for international research collaborations
Advising & Grants: Christine advises on international educational initiatives (e.g., Nehemiah International NGO) and coordinates projects funded by the Kurt & Käthe Klinger Foundation. She mentors students in mixed-methods research design and implementation.
Labs/Teams: Her research group collaborates with institutions in Germany and El Salvador to develop scalable educational tools like the SeELe program materials.
