Gregor Benz

Dr. Gregor Benz is a postdoctoral Researcher at the Chair of Physics Education, Technical University of Munich (TUM), focusing on integrating Big Data and Digital Technology into Inquiry-Based Learning and Physics Education. He has held visiting scholar positions at The University of Tennessee and Hofstra University, and previously worked at Karlsruhe University of Education and Sarissa GmbH.

Education:

• PhD in Physics Education (2024) from Karlsruhe University of Education
• M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering/Physics Teacher Training (2020) from Weingarten University of Education
• B.Eng. in Electrical Engineering/Physics Teacher Training (2018) from Ravensburg-Weingarten University of Applied Sciences

His research explores the role of digital data acquisition systems in enhancing student methodological competencies and argumentation skills, particularly in lab settings. Recent publications analyze the impact of data volume on learning outcomes and strategies for teacher training in digital tools.

Key trends in his articles include:

• Using Big Data to study phenomena like the Stick-Slip Effect in physics
• Developing TPCK/TPACK frameworks for digital educational technologies
• Advancing assessment methods for pre-service physics teachers in technological knowledge