Michael Hammer

Prof. Mag. Dr. Michael Hammer is a Professor of Didactics in History, Social Studies, and Political Education at the University College of Teacher Education Styria (PHST). He holds a position in the Institute of Secondary Level General Education and serves as the Study Program Director for History, Social Studies, and Political Education. His academic roles include Vice-Dean for Studies and Teaching, and Coordinator of Teacher Training. He specializes in extracurricular teaching/learning methods in general secondary education, excursion didactics, and medieval history. His research focuses on regional/local history transmission and economic/social history integration in curricula.

• Teaching Areas: Extracurricular learning in GSPB instruction, selected topics in medieval history
• Research Areas: Regional/local history mediation, economic/social history education
• Contact: Room A.01.16, Hasnerplatz 12, 8010 Graz | +43 (0)316/8067-6209

Prof. Hammer contributes to institutional leadership through his vice-dean role and coordinates teacher training programs. His work emphasizes practical pedagogical approaches like excursion-based learning and community history integration.