Conny Melzer

Prof. Dr. Conny Melzer is a Professor of Inclusive Education with Special Consideration of Special Educational Support at the Faculty of Education, University of Leipzig since April 2021. Prior roles include Professor at the University of Cologne (2015-2021), Acting Professor at the University of Bremen (2014-2015), and research/teaching positions at Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg and University of Leipzig (2005-2009, 2004-2005). Her work focuses on inclusive teacher training, school diagnostics, collaborative learning methods, and support strategies for students with learning disabilities.

• Current Role: Training special education teachers for learners with intellectual and emotional challenges
• Research Themes: Self-regulated learning, reciprocal teaching, cooperative counseling, and digital tools (e.g., app-based self-monitoring)

Key Publications (2023-2025) address psychometric scales, inclusive school models, and participatory research in special education. She serves on academic committees, including the Association for Special Education (vds) and German Society for Educational Science (DGfE).