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Katarína Szarka is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at J. Selye University's Faculty of Education. She holds a Master's in Chemistry and Mathematics Education (Comenius University, 1994-1999) and a PhD in Chemistry Didactics (Comenius University, 2007-2013). Prior to joining academia, she taught at secondary schools in Bratislava and Komárno (1997-2014).
Her research focuses on chemistry education, formative assessment methodologies, and science curriculum development. She investigates diagnostic tools for science misconceptions, digital assessment resources, and transdisciplinary approaches in STEM education. Her work emphasizes practical applications for improving classroom evaluation and teacher training.
Szarka's recent publications (2020-2024) demonstrate strong focus on pedagogical innovation in science education, particularly regarding formative assessment techniques, digital learning tools, and conceptual understanding in chemistry. Her work frequently incorporates empirical studies on student cognition and teacher development.
She actively leads research grants including:
- Formative assessment in science/mathematics (VEGA 1/0265/17, 2017-2020)
- Digital assessment libraries (KEGA 004UPJŠ-4/2020, 2020-2022)
- Web-based teacher training (KEGA 002UJS-4/2016, 2016-2018)
- Science curriculum modernization (ITMS 26110230108, 2013-2015)
She maintains professional memberships in the Slovak Chemical Society and organizes academic events including the Chemistry Didactics Day conference series.
