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Prof. Dr. Thomas Häcker is a W3 Professor at the Faculty of Philosophy of the University of Rostock, holding the chair for Educational Science with Special Consideration of School Pedagogy and Empirical Educational Research. He served as the founding director of the Centre for Teacher Education and Educational Research at the University of Rostock (ZLB) from April 2008 to November 2012 and currently directs the Institute for School Pedagogy and Educational Research.
- Current affiliations: University of Rostock (Faculty of Philosophy), Centre for Teacher Education and Educational Research (ZLB)
- Former roles: Head of the Institute for Pedagogical Professionalism and School Culture (IPS) at Lucerne University of Teacher Education (2006–2008); Professor for Educational and Social Sciences at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (2005–2008)
Häcker’s research focuses on school pedagogy, empirical educational research, and the development of school culture and learning environments. His work has explored teacher professionalism, lifelong learning frameworks, and institutional quality improvement in education, particularly within primary and secondary school systems. He has led projects funded by the BMBF and EU, emphasizing school development and pedagogical innovation.
- Education: Habilitation in Educational Science/School Pedagogy (Heidelberg, 2005); Doctorate in Education/Adult Education (Kaiserslautern, 1999); Diploma in Educational Science (Heidelberg, 1991)
- Professional background: Vice Principal (Heidelberg, 1999–2000); Teacher at primary and secondary schools (1993–2000); Research roles at Heidelberg University of Education (1995–2004) and University of Rostock
Häcker maintains an active academic profile through memberships in organizations like the jury of the German School Prize. Office hours are available by appointment on Mondays at the University of Rostock during lecture periods.
