Olaf Krey

Dr. Olaf Krey is a researcher in physics education at the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU Halle-Wittenberg) since 2014. He previously held a research associate position at the University of Potsdam from 2000 to 2014. His work focuses on the intersection of mathematics and physics education, teacher training, and self-efficacy in science instruction.

• Education:
  • Born in 1977, Berlin
  • 1996: Abitur (university entrance qualification)
  • 2000: Pre-diploma in Mathematics, University of Potsdam
  • 2011: Doctorate in Physics Education, University of Potsdam

Research Focus: Dr. Krey's research examines how mathematics is utilized in physics teaching and learning, with emphasis on experimental training for physics teachers and the development of self-efficacy expectations in (future) educators. His work bridges theoretical and practical pedagogical approaches in STEM education.

Projects: He led a DFG-funded project (2013-2015) on physics didactic self-efficacy expectations in collaboration with Prof. Dr. Thorid Rabe.

Professional Affiliations: Member of the Society for Chemistry and Physics Education (GDCP), German Physical Society (DPG), Association for Promotion of Mathematics and Science Education (MNU), and European Science Education Research Association (ESERA).