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Learning Design at the Intersection of Pedagogy and Technology


In my first projects involving the development of e-learning, I noticed that the weaknesses of digital courses rarely lie in the technology itself, but rather in the fact that they are designed from the perspective of the content rather than the learning problem. I have been aware of this observation ever since, even though I am still trying to figure out how to really do it in practice: Learning works best when the needs of the learners are at the centre, not the subject matter or the tool.

Who am I?


My journey has taken me from social and organisational pedagogy to education technology. In this process, I am trying to combine pedagogical perspectives with digital know-how and user-centred research – and I am constantly learning how to translate complex requirements into understandable, implementable solutions. It is important to me that these solutions are based on evidence and learning theory and take different perspectives into account. I understand didacticism not as a rigid concept, but as a design task, as a process that provides orientation and simultaneously opens up possibilities.

Education

2022-2025
Saarland University
Master of Science (M.Sc.), Educational Technology
2023-2023
University of Agder
Study Abroad, Multimedia and Educational Technology
2017-2022
Trier University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Social and Organisational Education
2008-2016
High School Marienschule Saarbrücken
University Entrance Qualification

My Experiences

Okt 2025 - now
Research Assistant
University St.Gallen, CEST. St.Gallen, Switzerland

Designing participatory formats to promote understanding of soil health At the Competence Center for Education and Social Transformation (CEST) at the University of St. Gallen, I design and implement participatory blended-learning formats for international target groups as part of the EU project NEMESIS SOIL. The focus lies on creating interactive learning environments in which participants independently work on real-world challenges and collaboratively develop solutions. In this context, I design and deliver webinars, workshops, and digital exchange formats, coordinate their implementation across six European pilot sites, and manage collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
Okt 2024 - Sep 2025
Internship at the Schoollab Experio
F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG. Basel, Switzerland

Designing hands-on STEM experiences that turn complexity into curiosity At Hoffmann-La Roche’s Schoollab Experio, I work on designing and implementing hands-on STEM workshops that bring scientific concepts to life for students. My role involves not only running sessions in the lab, but also helping to develop new teaching formats and digital learning experiences. I adapt our offerings to meet the different needs of each class - some benefit from structured guidance, while others thrive with more autonomy and space to explore. This experience has deepened my understanding of how learning environments can be both creative and functional, and how didactic clarity and flexibility can go hand in hand. It has also sharpened my skills in translating complex content into engaging, age-appropriate learning formats - both analogue and digital.
Jan 2024 - Sep 2024
Student Assistant
Saarland University, LaLaLab. Saarbrücken, Germany

Exploring learner needs - deepening educational research experience As a student assistant in the Learning to Adapt, Learning with Agency Lab led by Professor Tomohiro Nagashima within the Technology-Enhanced Learning research group at Saarland University, I contributed to a qualitative research project examining how students, teachers, and other stakeholders perceive and prefer the use of AI tools in educational settings. My work focused on the design and conduct of semi-structured interviews with teachers, as well as the analysis and interpretation of qualitative data. I also used storyboards to develop realistic user scenarios, which informed both the interview design and the analytical process. Through this experience, I further developed my skills in user-centered research, particularly in identifying educational needs, comparing stakeholder perspectives, and translating insights into design-relevant implications for digital learning systems.
Feb 2023 - Jun 2023
Working Student in Production and Assembly
ZF Friedrichshafen AG. Saarbrücken, Germany

First experiences in industrial work environments During my time as a working student at ZF Friedrichshafen, I was involved in production line work, assembling automotive transmissions as part of a large-scale manufacturing process. This hands-on experience gave me valuable insight into the dynamics, routines, and demands of industrial environments. It shaped my understanding of what it means to work in structured, process-driven settings – and deepened my awareness of how learning and communication need to be tailored to meet the needs of people in such contexts.

With a strong foundation in education, digital design, and user-centered research, I have contributed to projects ranging from interactive learning environments to AI-based feedback systems. Whether in small creative teams or larger organizations, I focus on transforming complex educational challenges into clear, thoughtful solutions that make learning more accessible, engaging, and meaningful.

💻 Software Skills
  • Office software – advanced proficiency
  • Figma – proficient in interface design and prototyping
  • Articulate 360 – proficient in creating interactive learning modules
  • Canva – proficient in visual learning material design
  • Python – basic knowledge

🌍 Language Skills
  • German – native speaker
  • English – C1
  • French – B2
  • Norwegian – A1
CV

My Projects

UDSustainable

Achieving sustainability on campus can be challenging, especially for international students who are often unfamiliar with the German waste separation system. A user study revealed that they are not well-versed in the subject and that existing information is typically only available in German, making it difficult to access. Saarland University aims to promote sustainable behavior among students and employees. As a research and innovation hub, the university has a particular social responsibility. Therefore, an interactive prototype was developed based on the existing campus app, which is known for its canteen plan, among other features. This new prototype integrates sustainability content. Implemented with Figma, it shows how tips on recycling or bicycle use can be integrated in an easily accessible, user-friendly way.

Open Project

Replication Crisis

This learning unit, developed as part of a group project, introduces learners to the replication crisis in empirical research through interactive content. It demonstrates why replicability is essential to the validity of scientific results and how research decisions can affect their quality.

Based on Gagné’s “Nine Events of Instruction” and Schank’s “Goal-Based Scenario,” the didactic design uses structured learning scenarios with knowledge transfer, practice phases, and feedback to create an interactive, practice-oriented learning environment. The unit was developed with Articulate Storyline 360 to provide an engaging, accessible learning experience.

It helps learners recognize problematic research practices and apply principles such as transparency and replicability to their work. The unit is intended for beginners and experienced researchers alike and can be adapted to different levels of prior knowledge.

Open Project

Open Educational Ressources

The topic of Open Educational Resources (OER) was presented in the form of a digital museum, but in a way that was deliberately different from traditional exhibitions. We’ve all experienced it: endless walls of text and overloaded panels, which quickly lose the interest of visitors and have little educational value.

This is precisely where this museum comes in: not only is it digital and therefore much more accessible, it is also interactive. Visitors can get involved, make assessments, guess and discover things for themselves. This creates a learning experience that arouses curiosity, engages the visitor and leaves a lasting impression.

Open Project

iTea - Intelligenter Tee-Assistent

Tea is one of the world’s most popular drinks, enjoyed for its pleasure and as a ritual of mindfulness. However, preparing tea correctly requires precision; temperature, brewing time, and quantity significantly impact taste and effect. To simplify this process, we developed ITea, a smart assistant that helps you brew the perfect cup of tea every time.

Using an NFC card, the device recognizes the type of tea and provides clear instructions, automatically starting the appropriate timer. As soon as the tea is ready to drink, it signals you — without the need for additional aids or the hygiene issues associated with fully automatic machines. This keeps the preparation process simple, personalized, and under your control.

The project was developed as part of the computer science course “Interactive Systems” and combines user-centered design with technical implementation.

Open Protocol