Inka Hähnlein

Dr. Inka Hähnlein is a Researcher at the Department of Educational Psychology within the Faculty of Philosophy III at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg. Her academic trajectory includes doctoral studies at the University of Passau and ongoing research positions focused on educational psychology and technology-enhanced learning since 2018.

Her research explores:

• Epistemological beliefs and metacognitive processes in learning
• Knowledge modeling and domain representation methodologies
• Instructional interventions for teacher education
• Technology-mediated learning environments

She has developed specialized instruments like the StEB inventory for assessing teacher candidates' epistemological frameworks.

Hähnlein's publications demonstrate strong emphasis on:

• Experimental studies in mathematics education
• Knowledge visualization techniques
• Psychometric validation of educational assessments
• Technology-supported teacher development

Her work frequently employs quasi-experimental designs and knowledge modeling approaches.

As a member of the university's Commission on the Future of Studies and Teaching, she contributes to pedagogical development. She also prepares examination materials for state teaching certifications in psychology, demonstrating teaching-related engagement despite her primary research focus.