Hans Karl Peterlini

Hans Karl Peterlini is a full Professor and Vice Dean at the Faculty of Cultural and Educational Sciences, University of Klagenfurt. He is affiliated with the Department of General Educational Science and Diversity-Conscious Education, where he leads research and academic initiatives in inclusive and diversity-aware education. His roles include Deputy Chairman of the Faculty Conference and Member of the Doctoral Advisory Board.

• University: University of Klagenfurt
• School: Faculty of Cultural and Educational Sciences
• Department: Department of General Educational Science and Diversity-Conscious Education
• Position: Professor, Vice Dean

His research interests span inclusive pedagogy, diversity, migration, multilingualism, phenomenology, peace education, and political education. He emphasizes lived experience in educational settings, particularly in South Tyrol and Italy, using phenomenological vignettes to explore inclusion. His work critically examines the tension between policy and practice in inclusive schooling.

The recent publications reflect a consistent focus on inclusive education, teacher competencies, and phenomenological approaches. Themes include the normalization of difference, the care of slowness in learning, and the challenges of implementing inclusion in diverse societal contexts. His scholarship bridges theory and practice, often drawing on empirical classroom observations and comparative international models.

Hans Karl Peterlini has contributed to national education reports and edited volumes on special education. He is actively involved in academic leadership, editorial work, and research networks such as the 'Phenomenological Vignettes and Anecdote Research' group. While no formal scientific awards are listed, his editorial and vice-dean roles indicate significant institutional recognition.

He has advised students such as J. Donlic and E. Jaksche-Hoffman and has been involved in research projects related to inclusion, migration, and teacher training. His work supports the 2030 Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in promoting equitable and transformative education. He leads ongoing research on inclusion in Italian and South Tyrolean schools, contributing to policy and pedagogical development.

He is associated with the research cluster 'Educational Research' and participates in lectures and events focused on peace, inclusion, and educational reform. His homepage is hosted at http://www.kreidekreis.com/, and his institutional contact is HansKarl.Peterlini@aau.at.