Wilfried Gabriel

Wilfried Gabriel is a Professor of Educational Science and Waldorf Education at the Alanus University of Arts and Society (Waldorf Institute Witten Annen) since 2024. He previously served as founder and headmaster of the Waldorf Vocational College Schloss Hamborn (2009–2021) and taught at the Rudolf Steiner School Schloss Hamborn (2002–2021). His research focuses on practical learning, vocational education, and Waldorf pedagogy, leading initiatives like the 'Learning to Act' pilot project (2019–2023). He holds a doctorate in educational science from the University of Paderborn (1994) and has contributed extensively to educational policy and organizational development in Waldorf schools.

• Education:
• State examination in mathematics and physics (1984, University of Dortmund)
• PhD on 'Personal Pedagogy in the Information Society' (1994, University of Paderborn)
• Research Interests: Practical learning methodologies, Waldorf educational models, vocational training systems, and organizational development in educational institutions.
• Key Projects: Research Center for Practical Learning and Vocational Education at Waldorf Schools (since 2017), co-founder of the Academy for Social Management and Organizational Development (1998–2002).

His publications emphasize the integration of practical learning into Waldorf education, digitalization’s impact on schooling, and holistic rehabilitation concepts. He has advised numerous schools and institutions on pedagogical strategies and governance.