Practical Theology and Religious Education

We study religious education in its various forms, whether in religious education classes or in extracurricular settings such as churches, synagogues, and mosques. We aim to better understand the dynamics and processes of religious teaching and learning in today’s context. To this end, we use empirical methods, including questionnaires, experiments, interviews, and group discussions. In this way, we test theories of religious education in practice and further develop them based on the results of these practical studies.

In addition to research, we prepare our students for teaching religion. To this end, we familiarize them with current theories in religious education and encourage them to independently engage with specific teaching scenarios (such as Bible didactics, church space pedagogy, or interreligious learning).