Assist. Prof Yves KREIS

Yves KREIS is an assistant professor of STEAM education at the Department of Education and Social Work and an invited professor at the Johannes Kepler University Linz at the Linz School of Education.

Yves is an internationally acknowledged researcher in mathematics and STEAM education, focusing on educational technology and teacher professionalisation. His work at the University of Luxembourg and Johannes Kepler University Linz involves pioneering projects integrating 3D modelling, augmented reality, and innovative pedagogical strategies to enhance mathematics education. He has led numerous international collaborations to develop transdisciplinary STEAM pedagogical innovations and foster computational thinking in early education. Additionally, he was actively involved in developing the dynamic mathematics software GeoGebra for five years, contributing significantly to its advancement and application in educational settings. Following is a list of projects Yves KREIS was involved in:

• Joyful Schools – Joyful Schools: active learning strategies for health, well-being and growth mindset (2023-12 to 2026-05 – PI @ UL and Consortium Coordinator) is coordinated by the University of Luxembourg and funded by the Erasmus+ Programme – Key Action 2: Partnerships for cooperation and exchanges of practices (Cooperation partnerships in higher education).
• 3D STEAM – Accelerating STEAM-related Knowledge and Skills via 3D Modelling and 3D Printing (2023-10 to 2026-03 – PI @ UL) is coordinated by the University of Ostrava and funded by the Erasmus+ Programme – Key Action 2: Partnerships for cooperation and exchanges of practices (Cooperation partnerships in higher education).
• STEAM-Connect – Co-creating Transdisciplinary STEM-to-STEAM Pedagogical Innovations through Connecting International Learning Communities (2021-10 to 2024-10 – PI @ UL and Consortium Coordinator) was coordinated by the University of Luxembourg and funded by the Erasmus+ Programme – Key Action 2: Partnerships for cooperation and exchanges of practices (Cooperation partnerships in school education).
• PIAF – Development of computational and algorithmic thinking in basic education (2018-09 to 2021-08) was coordinated by the University of Liège (Belgium) and funded by the Erasmus+ Programme – Key Action 2: Cooperation for innovation and the exchange of good practices (Strategic Partnerships for school education).
• Intergeo – Interoperable Interactive Geometry for Europe (2007-10 to 2010-09 – PI @ UL) was coordinated by the University of Education Schwäbisch Gmünd (Germany) and funded by the Community programme eContent plus.
• GeoGebraPrim (2007-05 to 2010-04) was coordinated by myself and founded by the University of Luxembourg.
• Zahlwissen (2004 to 2007) was coordinated by myself and funded by the University of Luxembourg.

Yves is a dedicated educator with extensive experience teaching mathematics and STEAM education at the University of Luxembourg (BScE – Bachelor en Sciences de l’Éducation & BFP – Bachelor en Formation Pédagogique) and Johannes Kepler University Linz (Linz School of Education). He has developed and taught various courses, including foundational mathematics didactics, educational research methods, and innovative STEAM projects. He is known for his dynamic teaching approach, integrating technology such as GeoGebra and 3D modelling to enhance learning experiences. He has also supervised numerous PhD students, fostering their academic growth and research skills. His commitment to education is evident in his involvement in in-service teacher training and his efforts to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in the classroom.

Yves actively engages in outreach activities, extending his impact beyond the academic community. He frequently participates in international conferences and seminars, sharing his expertise in mathematics and STEAM education with a global audience. He is also involved in various educational projects and collaborations, such as the “Joyful Schools” initiative and the “STEAM-Connect” project, which aim to enhance educational practices and promote well-being in schools. Additionally, he contributes to developing educational resources and tools, such as GeoGebra, to support teachers and students worldwide. His outreach efforts are further amplified through his editorial roles in several academic journals and his active presence on platforms like ResearchGate and Google Scholar, where he disseminates his research findings and engages with the broader educational community.

Yves has a diverse and robust work experience that spans various roles and institutions. During his studies at the University of Fribourg, he worked as an undergraduate assistant for three years, managing an extensive Windows NT network and gaining valuable technical and administrative skills. After his studies, he worked in primary education for a short time and afterwards taught mathematics and computer science in secondary schools in Luxembourg, where he developed innovative educational practices. As an instructor at the Luxembourg Lifelong Learning Centre (LLLC), he provided office application training for 9 years. Before joining the University at its creation in 2003, he had already worked for two years at the Institut Supérieur d’Études et de Recherches Pédagogiques (ISERP), teaching mathematics education. Additionally, he has been involved in in-service teacher training at the Institut de Formation de l’Éducation Nationale since 2009, supporting educators’ professional development. Since 2018, he has also been an invited professor at Johannes Kepler University Linz, contributing to research and teaching doctoral students in STEAM education.

Yves has an extensive educational background in mathematics and education. He earned his Diplôme en Mathématiques from the Université de Fribourg in Switzerland, where he specialised in mathematics and computer science. He completed a thesis on iterative methods for pseudospectral procedures to solve boundary value problems. He furthered his education with a Diplôme de Formation Pédagogique from the Centre Universitaire de Luxembourg, focusing on teacher training with subject specialisation in mathematics and achieving distinction. He also holds a Doctor of Education (Dr. paed.) from the Pädagogische Hochschule Ludwigsburg in Germany, where he graduated cum laude and conducted research on nonverbal communication methods using semi-concrete representations in mathematics education under the supervision of Prof. Dr Jens-Holger LORENZ.

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