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Prof. Dr. Gisa Aschersleben is a faculty member at Saarland University, where she leads the Chair of Developmental Psychology. Her work focuses on child development and self-regulated learning, particularly during key educational transitions such as from primary to secondary school or from high school to university. She is actively involved in research and teaching, and her team conducts longitudinal studies to understand how children and adolescents develop cognitive and emotional competencies.
Her research interests include:
- Developmental Psychology
- Child and Adolescent Development
- Self-Regulated and Autonomous Learning
- Educational Transitions
- Adaptive Self-Regulation
- Psychological Diagnostics in Educational Contexts
The research conducted under her leadership, such as the Kinderprojekt and EduMove, aims to develop practical school-based programs that support students during critical transition phases. These projects are part of the DFG-funded graduate college FlexBaR (Flexibility and Balance as Characteristics of Adaptive Self-Regulation), highlighting her role in a nationally recognized research network.
Prof. Aschersleben's team includes scientific staff such as M.Sc. Annika Paulus, indicating active supervision and mentorship. While no specific awards or publications are listed in the provided text, her leadership in funded research projects suggests a strong academic profile. She also oversees the Psychological Diagnostic Practice Office, linking research with practical applications.
Her lab, based in Building A1.3, 2nd floor on the Saarland University campus, runs studies involving families and children, with participation facilitated through a public registration form. This reflects a community-engaged research approach.
