Silja Rohr-Mentele

Silja Rohr-Mentele is a Senior Teaching and Research Assistant at Zurich University of Teacher Education (PH Zürich), specializing in secondary school and business education with a focus on digital learning. She holds a Dr. phil. in Educational Sciences from the University of Zurich. Her work integrates teaching and research roles, emphasizing competency modeling, teacher training evaluation, and eye-tracking methodologies in educational contexts.

Education:

• Doctoral studies in Educational Science (2012-2021), University of Zurich
• Master of Arts in Secondary Education I (2009-2011), Zurich University of Teacher Education
• Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education I (2006-2009), Zurich University of Teacher Education

Research Interests: Dr. Rohr-Mentele's research focuses on competency measurement frameworks, vocational training effectiveness, and the application of eye-tracking technology to analyze learning processes. She also evaluates teacher training programs and curriculum design in business education.

Professional Background:

• 2021-2023: Research Assistant, Lucerne University of Teacher Education
• 2011-2019: Doctoral Student/Research Assistant under Prof. Franz Eberle, University of Zurich
• 2010-2019: Specialist Teacher for English and Computer Science in Zurich secondary schools
• 2010-2012: Tutor for Vocational Education courses at University of Zurich

Key Publications: Her work addresses vocational training evaluation, competency modeling, and educational methodology in business education. Recent contributions include analyses of classroom dynamics and sampling techniques in educational research.

Labs/Teams: Active in the Secondary School Education department at PH Zürich, collaborating with Prof. Flick-Holtsch on digital learning initiatives.