Jost Schieren

Prof. Dr. Jost Schieren is a prominent academic and educator specialized in School Education with a focus on Waldorf Pedagogy. Currently serving as a Professor at Alanus Hochschule, he holds dual roles as Dean of the Department of Educational Science and Head of the Master of Arts in Education program. He has been actively involved with the Rudolf Steiner University College in Oslo since 2006, contributing as an Associate Professor and Visiting Professor. His career includes research roles at the University of Paderborn (2004–2008) and teaching experience at the Rudolf-Steiner-Schule Dortmund (1996–2006). He earned his doctorate in Philosophy from the University of Essen in 1997 and a Magister degree from Ruhr-Universität Bochum in 1991.

His research focuses on anthroposophical foundations of education, the philosophy of Rudolf Steiner, and the intersection of Waldorf pedagogy with contemporary educational challenges. Key works include the Handbook of Research on Waldorf Education (2023) and Die philosophischen Quellen der Anthroposophie (2022). He leads the Graduate School in Waldorf Education and chairs the Research Institute for Waldorf Education (USA) and INASTE (International Network of Academic Steiner Teacher Education).

Prof. Schieren frequently addresses critical issues in Waldorf education, such as spiritual dimensions, education for sustainability, and the balance between anthroposophical principles and modern pedagogy. He is a sought-after speaker at international conferences and publishes widely in academic journals like RoSE - Research on Steiner Education. His upcoming engagements include lectures on global educational challenges and the 100th anniversary of Rudolf Steiner’s death.

He is engaged in interdisciplinary projects like the Graduiertenkolleg Waldorfpädagogik and the International Campus Waldorf, fostering international collaboration in teacher education. His work emphasizes bridging Waldorf pedagogy with contemporary educational science while addressing ethical and philosophical debates within the field.