Stefan Pasterk

Mag. Dr. Stefan Pasterk is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Informatics Didactics at Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt. His research focuses on competency-based education, digital didactics, and neurodidactics, with an emphasis on integrating technology into K-12 computer science curricula. He leads projects such as DigiFit4All and Informatik-Werkstatt, which aim to develop personalized learning platforms and foster computational thinking skills among young learners.

Key research areas include curriculum analysis, e-learning strategies, and the application of human-computer interaction (HCI) principles in education. He has contributed to initiatives like the Bebras Challenge and the 'Informatik - Ein Kinderspiel' project, promoting informatics education through hands-on tools like the BBC micro:bit. His work often bridges theory and practice, emphasizing teacher training and cross-curricular learning approaches.

Notable awards include the Biber Award 2018, recognizing his contributions to educational innovation. Pasterk collaborates with institutions like the Regional Educational Competence Center (RFDZ) and has published extensively on topics ranging from neurodidactical teaching methods to adaptive learning systems. His research also explores early childhood digital literacy and the design of open educational resources (OER).