Sandra Assmann

Prof. Dr. Sandra Assmann is a University Professor for Social Spaces and Places of Non-Formal and Informal Learning at the Ruhr University Bochum since 2016. Her academic career includes a junior professorship at the University of Cologne (2013-2016) and research assistant roles at the University of Paderborn (2007-2013). She holds a Dr. phil. in Educational Science (2012) and a diploma in Educational Science with minors in Psychology, Sociology, and Economics (2006).

• Education:
  • Diploma in Educational Science, University of Paderborn (2006)
  • Doctorate (Dr. phil.), University of Paderborn (2012)
  • Studies in Cultural Science, FernUniversität in Hagen (2003-2012)

Research Interests: Assmann’s work bridges Media Education, Non-Formal Learning, and Digital Culture, focusing on media use across formal and informal contexts. She explores how digital practices shape epistemic strategies, virtual reality, and participatory culture, emphasizing critical evaluation and societal mediatization.

Article Trends: Recent publications analyze eLearning innovations (2024-2025), VR applications in education (2021-2022), and media literacy (2014-2017). Themes include combating online misinformation, fostering self-regulated learning, and integrating design thinking in educational spaces.

Scientific Awards:

• RUB eLearning competition 5x5000 (2025, 2024, 2022, 2017)
• Funding for doctoral research by German Society for Systemic Pedagogy (2011)
• Evangelisches Studienwerk eV Villigst scholarship (2002-2006)

Advising & Grants: She supervises doctoral students like Raphaela Gilles and Jane Jürgens, with projects on digital practices and VR experiences. Her grants include interdisciplinary programs like SEOS (Superdiversity in Education) and Intermedia (Media Education, Design, Culture).