Sandra Fischer

Sandra Fischer is a lecturer at the Institute for Special Education (Department of Education in the Context of Intellectual Disability) within the Faculty of Philosophy at Leibniz University Hannover. Her work focuses on inclusive classroom practices, Education for Sustainable Development (ESD), and educational theory related to intellectual disability.

• Current affiliation: Institute for Special Education, Leibniz University Hannover (since 2018)
• Research themes: Collaborative learning, student participation, ESD integration
• Key projects: FREI DAY initiative, diagnostic internship programs

Research Interests
Inclusive education frameworks and their intersection with ESD are central to Fischer’s work. Her projects emphasize:

• Power-knowledge dynamics in educational settings
• Climate change education for diverse learners
• Curriculum development for intellectual disability contexts
• Teacher professionalization through practice reflection

Recent Publications
Her 2023 articles explore ESD-inclusion synergies. Earlier works address political education materials and play-based pedagogy for students with severe disabilities.

Contact
Email: sandra.fischer@ifs.uni-hannover.de
Office: Schloßwender Straße 1, Hannover (Building 1211, Room 212)