Judith Riegert

Dr. Judith Riegert is a Research Associate at the Humboldt University of Berlin, Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education, working at the Institute of Rehabilitation Sciences in the Department of Education for People with Intellectual Disabilities. She has been in this position since October 2016, with previous experience as Research Associate and Program Coordinator at the same institution. Her academic journey includes serving as Deputy Professor at Leibniz University Hannover (2016-2018) and as a Visiting Professor at Humboldt University (2019).

• 1997-2002: Studies at Justus Liebig University of Giessen and Heidelberg University of Education
• 2003-2004: Traineeship at Seminar for Didactics and Teacher Training Heidelberg
• 2004-2006: Special education teacher at Carl Orff Special School
• 2012: Completed doctorate (Dr. phil.) at Humboldt University

Dr. Riegert's research focuses on educational theory questions in intellectual disability contexts, trans- and intermediality in inclusive literature teaching, pedagogical professionalization for inclusive subject teaching, and participation of adults with severe disabilities. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical classroom applications, examining how to create meaningful learning experiences across subject areas while maintaining academic rigor. She investigates the tension between educational standards and individualized instruction, particularly in German, history, and mathematics education.

Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on participation frameworks for people with severe disabilities, inclusive teaching methodologies across subject areas, and the development of pedagogical approaches that bridge educational theory and classroom practice. Her work consistently addresses the challenge of maintaining subject integrity while adapting instruction to diverse learning needs.

• November 5, 2014: Prize for Good Teaching 2014 from Humboldt University's Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences and Education
• February 16, 2016: Honorary certificate from Polytechnische Gesellschaft Foundation for the 'Animals in Numbers' project

Dr. Riegert provides academic advising for special education and primary school teaching students (surnames He to Z), supervises bachelor's and master's theses, and offers consultation hours both in person and via Zoom. Her advising focuses on supporting students in the M.Ed. program, particularly addressing application concerns and transcript issues. As a member of the German Society for Educational Science (DGfE), she contributes to research teams examining inclusive education methodologies and implementation of inclusive practices across educational settings.