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Dr. phil. Irene Corvacho del Toro is a Senior Academic Councillor in the Department of German Studies at the University of Siegen, Faculty I. She earned her doctorate from Goethe University Frankfurt and has held research positions at Goethe University and the University of Bamberg. Her work is deeply embedded in language didactics, orthography, and multilingual education.
- University: University of Siegen
- School: Faculty I
- Department: German Studies
- Position: Senior Academic Councillor (AOR)
- Email: corvacho.del.toro@germanistik.uni-siegen.de
Her research focuses on orthography acquisition, spelling difficulties, teacher expertise, multilingualism, and the application of artificial intelligence in education. She investigates how teachers' subject knowledge impacts student spelling performance and develops interventions for students with learning difficulties. Her work bridges linguistic theory and practical classroom application, particularly in primary and secondary education.
The recent publications reflect a strong trend in empirical educational research, with a focus on spelling interventions, digital learning tools, teacher training evaluation, and language support in multilingual contexts. Many studies employ mixed methods and are often co-authored with interdisciplinary teams from psychology and education.
- Scientific Prize of the Federal Association for Dyslexia and Dyscalculia (2017)
- 1822 University Prize for Excellent Teaching at Goethe University (2016)
Dr. Corvacho del Toro is actively involved in advising and academic leadership. She serves as a co-editor of the journal Lernen und Lernstörungen and has led and co-led multiple research projects funded by the BMBF and MSB NRW, including initiatives on AI in teaching (KIMADU), language and emotion in education (SEM), and the Orthography Competence Center. She has also contributed to the development of digital training units for teachers and published numerous teaching materials. Her work demonstrates a sustained commitment to improving educational practices through research, teacher development, and public engagement.
She is affiliated with several professional organizations, including the Symposium on German Didactics (SDD), the IDeA Center at DIPF, the Federal Association for Dyslexia and Dyscalculia (BVL), and the Professional Association for Integrative Learning Therapy (FiL), where she serves on the board.
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