Projects
PIVOTAL
As neuroscientific knowledge about brain function accumulates, it becomes increasingly important to derive a set of overarching general principles about how the human brain works. One promising approach is the concept of predictive coding, which posits that the brain functions like a prediction machine; internal models in the brain predict future states against which incoming […]
PREDICT
This project evaluates the potential of predictions generated by students to improve their learning. Further, it investigates the mechanisms that determine its success and asks whether there are age-related differences in its effectiveness.
Pro KiEl
The Pro KiEl project targets an assessment of the effectiveness as well as underlying general and differential mechanisms of a family support programme. Findings from this evaluation study will be fundamental to the recommendation of interventions required by immigrant children and their parents regarding equitable participation in education.
PROfessio
PROfessio investigates language teacher’s competencies and the process of professionalization regarding their knowledge and practice in the area of language training.
Proliefs
The project Proliefs focuses on teachers’ beliefs as one important aspect of teachers’ professional competence that influences their instructional behavior.
PROM3THEUS
This collaborative project will design and implement a series of events for early career researchers in empirical educational research. The three planned interdisciplinary conferences on the triad of theory, methodology and practice transfer will be complemented by a peer and mentoring programme.
PROMPT
The PROMPT project is developing an evidence-based, child-friendly prototype of a learning planner application to support students in self-regulated learning with digital media. The final version of the prototype will be made freely available for widespread use.
PuS-SeL
The PuS-SeL project investigates components, influencing factors and approaches to promote self-regulation in primary school children’s learning.
RABE 2
The RABE 2 project investigates the persistence and psychosocial consequences of learning difficulties in school from primary school to early adulthood. The study focuses on the risks and effects of learning difficulties, but also looks at the resources of those affected.
ReAL
The project ReAL examines the development of children’s reading and calculation skills over the course of elementary school, using a combination of behavioral and neurophysiological (EEG, MRI) measures.