Harry Kullmann

Prof. Dr. Harry Kullmann is a Professor at Paderborn University’s Faculty of Arts and Humanities, leading the Research Group on Inclusion-related School Development and Teaching. His work focuses on Special Needs Education, Inclusion, and School Development, particularly through metrics like school well-being and cultural education.

• Education: PhD in Educational Sciences (University of Duisburg-Essen, 2009, magna cum laude), Master’s and Bachelor’s in Biology and Chemistry (University of Bonn, 2001; University of Glasgow, 1999).

His research interests span:

• School development with a focus on inclusion quality indicators
• Cultural education’s role in inclusive settings, especially through performing arts/theatre
• Teacher professionalism and multi-professional cooperation across educational phases

Recent publications highlight global inclusion efficacy, cross-national comparisons of teacher attitudes, and longitudinal studies on student well-being in inclusive classrooms. Awards include Doctoral Fellowships from the Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes and DFG.

He has reviewed for journals like European Journal of Special Needs Education and led funded projects from ministries in Baden-Württemberg, Niedersachsen, and the Swiss National Science Foundation. His teaching includes courses on inclusive education and school development.