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Dr. Barabás AndreaDirector of the Vilmos Csutak Teachers’ House in Covasna County; lecturer at the Teacher Training Institute of Sapientia Hungarian University of Transylvania and site coordinator in Sfântu Gheorghe She completed her secondary education at the Benedek Elek Teacher Training College in Székelyudvarhely. She received her degree in psychology from Babeş–Bolyai University in Cluj-Napoca in 2008. In 2019, she earned a master’s degree in business management from Babeş–Bolyai University. She participated in the doctoral program at the Doctoral School of Humanities, University of Debrecen, in the Doctoral Program in Educational Science and Cultural Management, and defended her dissertation in 2024. She is a member of the National Corps of Mentor Teachers in Romania and the National Accreditation Committee. She is also involved in continuing education for teachers, organizing scientific, methodological, and cultural activities, as well as providing counseling, consultation, and managing various grant applications. Her experience in schools and professional practice, as well as her current work as an institutional leader and educator, are closely linked to the issues of student achievement and teacher mentoring, her key research areas. A major focus of her work is strengthening a future-oriented, values-based pedagogical approach, which supports the future-oriented thinking and professional development of teacher candidates and educators. Contact: andrea.barabas17@gmail. |
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Dorogi AlexandraPhD Candidate – University of Debrecen, Doctoral School of Humanities, Doctoral Program on Educational Sciences She graduated with a degree in economics (tourism and hospitality) from the University of Debrecen in 2017, and then continued her studies at the Budapest University of Economics and Business in 2019, where she earned a master’s degree in economics (hospitality and tourism). In 2018, her work was awarded a special TDK prize, and in 2020, she was admitted to the Doctoral School of Humanities at the University of Debrecen. She currently works as the head of adult education at the Vocational Training Center of Mátészalka. Her research focuses on students in vocational schools, with particular attention to their family background and academic performance, which she analyses using the databases of the National Competency Assessment. Her research is related to the issues of future consciousness and future orientation: by exploring the connections between social background and educational opportunities, she contributes to the foundation of conscious career planning as well as future-sensitive, opportunity-creating educational policy decisions. Contact: dorogi.alexandra@gmail.com ResearchGate |
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Gál EnikőPhD Candidate – University of Debrecen, Doctoral School of Humanities, Doctoral Program on Educational Sciences In 2017, she graduated from University of Nyíregyháza with a degree as a teacher of vocal music and history. Since September 2018, she has been working at Biharkeresztes Elementary School, where she teaches both subjects and serves as a homeroom teacher. In 2019, she was admitted to the Doctoral Program on Educational Sciences at the Doctoral School of Humanities at the University of Debrecen. Her research focuses on the horizontal gender segregation in elementary schools, as well as the effects of the hidden curriculum and gender differences on education. Contact: gal.eniko20@gmail.com |
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Dr. Godó KatalinAssistant lecturer – Ludovika University of Public Service She earned her degree as a high school teacher majoring in Hungarian Literature and Grammar and German language at the University of Debrecen in 2019. Learning and teaching play an important role in her life. She believes it is important to support students’ mental well-being, that is the reason why she completed a mental health specialist training program at the Institute of Psychology at the University of Debrecen in 2021 and began studying psychology at Babeș–Bolyai University in Cluj-Napoca in 2024. She currently teaches Hungarian language and literature in public education and, as a guest lecturer, teaches courses in teacher training at the University of Debrecen and the Department of Romology at the Debrecen Reformed Theological University. Her research focus is student mentoring. She has participated in several programs as a mentor and/or mentee. Contact: katalin1en@gmail.com |
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Hauserné Csonka ÉvaPhD Candidate – University of Debrecen, Doctoral School of Humanities, Doctoral Program on Educational Sciences She graduated from the University of Debrecen as a high school teacher in Hungarian Language and Literature (2009) and History (specializing in military history, 2011). In 2015, she completed her public education management certification. She currently works as a teacher at the István Báthory Catholic Kindergarten, Bilingual Elementary School, and High School in Nyírbátor. From the beginning of her career, she has been deeply committed to helping students with their further education and to creating a vision for the future that is suited to everyone. She believes that teachers play a crucial role in this process. In 2021, she was admitted to the Doctoral School of Humanities at the University of Debrecen and has been a member of the Center for Higher Educational Research and Development (CHERD-Hungary) ever since. Her advisor is Prof. Dr. Mihály Fónai. Her research focuses on high school teachers' perception of their profession and its impact on high school students’ career choices. By examining the issues of careers and further education, she contributes to the development of a conscious vision of the future and life path. Contact: ecacsonka85@gmail.com Tudóstér |
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Markovics KatalinPhD Candidate – University of Debrecen, Doctoral School of Humanities, Doctoral Program on Educational Sciences She is a certified teacher of English and German and an accredited language examiner. She earned her degrees, as well as her professional certifications in public education administration and teaching, from the University of Debrecen. She has over 13 years of experience as a high school teacher and has been actively involved in language examination since 2018. In the fall of 2023, she began her studies in the Doctoral Program on Educational Sciences at the Doctoral School of Humanities at the University of Debrecen, and has been a member of the Center for Higher Educational Research and Development (CHERD-Hungary) ever since. Her advisor is Prof. Dr. Veronika Bocsi. Her research focuses on examining student recruitment and target language motivation in Hungarian bilingual high schools, with a particular focus on the connections between sociocultural background and language learning goals. The research topic is closely linked to the issue of young people’s career choices and value preferences, as language proficiency plays an important role in shaping decisions regarding further education and career plans. Contact: markovics.kata820810@gmail.com Orcid |
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Polgáriné Szilágyi EditPhD Candidate – University of Debrecen, Doctoral School of Humanities, Doctoral Program on Educational Sciences She graduated from the University of Miskolc with a degree in German language teaching and as a translation specialist in economics and social sciences, and later earned her certification as a teacher of English and a mentor teacher at the University of Debrecen. In 2020, she applied to the Doctoral School of Humanities at the University of Debrecen. Before joining the faculty, she had worked in public administration and the media. She is a full-time English teacher, department head, and homeroom teacher for Class 11A at the KOSZISZ Szent István High School in Újfehértó. Her research focuses on the pedagogical methods of Kolping high schools, particularly the education and instruction of disadvantaged youth. She also examines the tools for preventing the dropout of high school students and the potential impact of the religious community. She considers the study of young people’s future orientation to be an important area of her research, particularly the influence of high school and teachers—especially homeroom teachers and the class community. Contact: edithszil@gmail.com |
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Rusznák AnettPhD Candidate – University of Debrecen, Doctoral School of Humanities, Doctoral Program on Educational Sciences She graduated from the teacher training program at the Reformed Theological University of Debrecen in 2020. In the same year, she began her teaching career at the Kazinczy Ferenc Branch of the Bem József Elementary School in Nyíregyháza, where she has been working as a teacher ever since. After earning her teaching degree, she continued her studies in the MA program in Educational Sciences at the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Debrecen, where she graduated in 2022. In the fall of 2022, she was admitted to the Doctoral Program on Educational Sciences at the Doctoral School of Humanities at the University of Debrecen. Her research focuses on examining parental involvement in elementary schools, which can be characterized by different levels of effectiveness.. Contact: rusznak.anett@gmail.com Orcid |
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Szabó GabriellaPhD Candidate – University of Debrecen, Doctoral School of Humanities, Doctoral Program on Educational Sciences She holds degrees in Hungarian Language and Literature (B.A. and teaching certification), Library and Information Science, Economics, and Pastoral Psychology, and works as a teacher specializing in family and child protection. She currently works as a social worker in kindergartens and schools and teaches in the Department of Social Work and Child Protection at the Pentecostal Theological College. Her research focuses on the potential role of kindergarten and school social workers in addressing and preventing school bullying. Bullying is a phenomenon that shapes community dynamics in the world of learning; it can have a powerful impact on participants’ motivation and academic performance, and its harmful effects can spread to all areas of the lives of the children and young people involved. The research includes the development and testing of a board game with mechanisms and narratives designed to foster empathy, effective communication, cooperation, and conflict resolution—skills that are crucial for students’ future adult relationships, workplace success, and social participation. Contact: tanacsadas.szg@gmail.com |
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Sütő ÉvaPhD Candidate – University of Debrecen, Doctoral School of Humanities, Doctoral Program on Educational Sciences She is a doctoral candidate on a scholarship in the Doctoral Program on Educational Sciences at the University of Debrecen. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Hungarian Language and Literature from the Faculty of Humanities and Natural Sciences at Uzhhorod National University in 2011 and 2012. At the start of her career, she worked at the Élim Day Care Center, where she spent two years participating in activities designed to help children with special educational needs to integrate into society. She then worked as a teacher at Hetyen Elementary School for eight years. In 2023, she earned a teaching degree from the master’s program at the II. Rákóczi Ferenc College of Transcarpathia, and in the same year, she was admitted to the doctoral program at the University of Debrecen, where her research focuses on the impact of using LEGO® Duplo blocks in STEM education. She is currently a teacher at the József Simándy Elementary School and Elementary School of Arts in Kistarcsa, where she teaches first-grade students, placing special emphasis on creative, playful, and experiential forms of learning. Her research work is enriched by her involvement in two professional communities: as a member of the Center for Higher Educational Research and Development (CHERD-Hungary), and the MTA-DE Development of Future Consciousness Research Group, she investigates the potential of alternative teaching methods, particularly in developing young students’ understanding of scientific concepts. Contact: sutoevahetyen@gmail.com |
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Dr. Szász Mária-MagdolnaTeacher – Dr. Mihály Lukács Elementary School, Kászon, Hargita County, Romania She completed her undergraduate studies in Preschool and Elementary Education at Babeș–Bolyai University, and her master's degree in Communication and Public Relations at Sapientia Hungarian University of Transylvania. She went on to pursue her studies in the Doctoral Program on Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Debrecen, where she earned her Ph.D. The topic of her dissertation was an examination of parents’ attitudes towards school and parental involvement in the life of the school. She currently works as a teacher in Transylvania, and her research interests focus on examining young people’s future prospects and value systems. This research focus connects her to the MTA-DE Development of Future Consciousness Research Group. Contact: szaszmariam@gmail.com |
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Tempfli CsillaPhD Candidate – University of Debrecen, Doctoral School of Humanities, Doctoral Program on Educational Sciences She earned her bachelor’s degree in sociology in 2009 from Babeș–Bolyai University in Cluj-Napoca, and in 2024 she received her master’s degree in human resources management from George Emil Palade University in Târgu Mureș. She currently works as a school counselor at an elementary school in Satu Mare County (Transylvania) and was admitted to the Doctoral School of Humanities at the University of Debrecen in 2025. Her research focuses on the impact of religious family upbringing on the school careers and future planning of Roma students in the counties of Satu Mare and Bihor in the Partium region. She sees the significance of her research topic in its potential to contribute to the discovery of knowledge that could advance the education of the Roma minority in terms of future consciousness.. Contact: csilltempfli@gmail.com Orcid |
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Vona Nándor ImreOnline Communications and Web Content Creator PhD Candidate – University of Debrecen, Doctoral School of Humanities, Doctoral Program on Educational Sciences He earned a degree as a high school teacher of biology and chemistry from the University of Debrecen in 2019, then a degree as a high school teacher of physics from the University of Nyíregyháza in 2023. He has several years of teaching experience in elementary and high school education where he also worked as a laboratory supervisor. Additionally, he participated in the development of digital teaching materials at a textbook publisher. His research focuses on examining the digital competencies of prospective teachers in the context of social media use. Contact: vonanandor@gmail.com Orcid |
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Dr. Zoller KatalinEducator - Professor of Education at the Péter Bod Teacher Training College, Târgu Secuiesc, Covasna County, Romania; Lecturer at the Teacher Training Institute of Sapientia Hungarian University of Transylvania She completed her secondary education at the Benedek Elek Teacher Training College in Székelyudvarhely. She graduated with a degree in Pedagogy–Hungarian Language and Literature from the Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences at Babeș–Bolyai University in Cluj-Napoca in 2001. In 2003, she received her master's degree from Babeș–Bolyai University, Faculty of History and Philosophy, with a specialization in Hermeneutics and Culture. She pursued doctoral studies in the Doctoral Program in Educational Science and Cultural Management at the Doctoral School of Humanities at the University of Debrecen, defending her doctoral dissertation in 2020. Her research primarily focuses on studying teachers. She has a special interest in comparative analyses, allowing her to uncover deeper connections between educational practices and systems. Her academic work is closely aligned with the field of teacher education, contributing to its professional foundation and development. Elérhetőség: katazoller@gmail.com Tudóstér |