Hametner Stephan

Mag. phil. Mag. art. Dr. phil. Stephan Hametner is a Professor at PH-OÖ (University College of Teacher Education Upper Austria) since 2014, specializing in Subject Didactics for General Music Education across elementary and secondary levels. His expertise spans

• Systemic-constructivist didactics
• Empirical research in music education
• Curriculum development
• Academic supervision
• Organizational development

Academic background highlights include:

• PhD in Music Education/Pedagogy (2004, magna cum laude)
• Diploma in Music Education (University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna & University of Vienna, 2000 magna cum laude)
• Diploma in Rhythmics (1996 magna cum laude)

Research focuses on systemic-constructivist music pedagogy, with key contributions in

• Didactic frameworks for music interpretation
• Empirical validation of teaching methods
• Integration of movement and music
• Subject-oriented educational theory

His publications analyze music's role in cognitive development and pedagogical innovation, emphasizing experiential learning. He also contributes to media education through

• 50 ethnomusicological radio programs (Radio Orange 94.0, 2000-2005)
• Interactive educational CD-ROMs
• Academic case studies

Active in international collaborations, he serves as expert for Bern University of the Arts and contributes to the Rhythmic Expositur Biel project. Current projects include reception-aesthetic film analysis for teacher training and music identity development in educational settings.