IU Docs Repositorium

IU Docs

Repositorium

Researchers from IU publish their research results in numerous formats. Through this repository, we aim to make as many publications as possible available via Open Access. Gain insights into the dynamic and diverse research being conducted at IU!

Recent Submissions

Food & Design: Gestaltung an der Schnittstelle von Ernährung, Nachhaltigkeit und Innovation: Studiengang Produktdesign Dokumentation Trimesterthema
(IU Internationale Hochschule, 2026-09-25) Irle, Miriam; Schmitz, Caspar; Brockmann, Daniela; Buggenthin, Stella; Klingmüller, Felix; Irle, Miriam; Schmitz, Caspar
Design und Ernährung berühren sich auf unterschiedliche Weise. So kann bereits das Gericht selbst als ein zu gestaltendes Produkt betrachtet werden. Es ist zugleich eingebettet in ein Ökosystem von Produkten, die seiner Zubereitung und seinem Konsum dienen und schließlich rücken auch die systemischen Zusammenhänge und Auswirkungen der Lebensmittelproduktion in den Mittelpunkt gestalterischer Auseinandersetzung. Grund genug, Food and Design als erstes Trimesterthema im Studiengang Produktdesign der IU Internationale Hochschule zu erkunden. Mit diesem neuen didaktischen Format erhalten über ein Trimester hinweg alle praktischen Entwurfsprojekte ein gemeinsames Projektthema. Ziel ist es, den Austausch und Diskurs zwischen den Studierenden zu fördern, und Öffentlichkeit für ihre Arbeiten zu schaffen. Die Auslegung des ersten Trimesterthemas war dabei so breit wie die didaktischen Schwerpunkte der Kurse selbst und reichte von Produkten aus Lebensmittelresten über Entwürfe für neue Essgewohnheiten bis hin zu vernetzten Lösungen rund um Ernährung und Küche.
From Mass Tourism to Meaningful Travel: Unlocking the Potential of the German Market for Indigenous Tourism in Mexico
(IU Internationale Hochschule, 2026-09-21) González Jiménez, Paulina J.; Barriga Ortiz, Pablo Andrés; Berrones-Flemmig, Claudia Nelly; Nouri-Fritsche, Neda
This study investigates the potential of the German tourism market to support Sustainable Indigenous Tourism (SIT) in Mexico. Against a backdrop of growing global demand for transformative, values-driven travel, Mexico’s reliance on mass tourism has generated severe environmental degradation and the marginalization of indigenous communities. Sustainable Indigenous Tourism—defined by indigenous ownership, cultural preservation, and community-led economic empowerment—offers a systemic alternative aligned with ethical consumption and sustainability goals. Grounded in an integrative theoretical framework combining the Theory of Planned Behavior, Theory of Consumption Values, and Past Behavior, this mixed-methods research examines German travelers’ interest and willingness to pay (WTP) for SIT experiences. Quantitative findings from a structured survey of 204 respondents, analyzed via multiple regression and exploratory factor analysis, reveal that perceived value (β = 0.525, p < .05) and motivation (β = 0.317, p < .05) are significant positive predictors of WTP. One-way ANOVA confirms that prior experience with sustainable tourism further reinforces payment intentions. Qualitative insights from six in-depth interviews underscore cultural immersion, authenticity, and sustainability as primary motivators, while limited awareness and accessibility emerge as key barriers. The results identify a viable market segment—predominantly well-educated, environmentally conscious women from western Germany—with 68% of respondents willing to pay €250–€600 for a weekend SIT experience. The study concludes that strategic partnerships with local stakeholders, targeted marketing emphasizing social impact, sustainability certifications, and improved digital and physical accessibility are critical to positioning Mexican SIT as a differentiated, equitable alternative within the German tourism market.
The Behavior Change Wheel as a Complementary Implementation Framework for Heat-Health Action Planning
(IU Internationale Hochschule, 2026-09-24) Wienert, Julian
Extreme heat is one of the most significant climate-sensitive public health challenges of the twenty-first century. In response, Heat-Health Action Plans (HHAPs) have become the principal framework for coordinating multisectoral adaptation measures. While the recently updated World Health Organization (WHO) guidance provides a comprehensive strategic framework for HHAP development, translating these strategic objectives into coordinated implementation across sectors remains a persistent challenge. This discussion paper proposes to use the existing Behavior Change Wheel (BCW; Michie et al., 2014) as a complementary implementation framework for Heat-Health Action Planning. Rather than introducing new heat-health interventions, the BCW provides an explicit behavioral implementation logic that systematically links behavioral diagnosis, intervention functions, and policy categories within a common analytical framework. This enables strategic HHAP objectives to be translated into context-specific implementation strategies across individual, organizational, and governance levels. By integrating behavioral diagnosis with intervention design and policy action, the BCW complements the WHO Heat-Health Action Planning guidance and supports the operationalization of existing HHAP core elements. The paper further illustrates how the BCW can facilitate behavioral diagnosis, intervention selection, and coordinated implementation across different implementation contexts. Conceptualizing Heat-Health Action Plans as implementation systems highlights the importance of explicitly addressing the behavioral processes through which heat-health interventions are delivered and coordinated. The proposed integration positions the BCW as a complementary implementation framework that can strengthen the coherence, feasibility, and coordination of HHAP implementation while providing a foundation for future empirical research on behavioral approaches to climate change adaptation.
Leadership neu denken. Veränderte Anforderungen an Führung in hybriden Arbeitsformen
(IU Internationale Hochschule, 2026-09-24) Schwarzer, Beate; Berghammer, Anja
Discussions about changing work environments and the resulting demands on employees and leaders have become increasingly relevant (Van & Duy, 2020, p. 593). Current studies indicate that hybrid work will remain an important future of work (Hofmann et al., 2022, p. 11). Nevertheless, there remains a need for further research into the practical transformation of leadership: while numerous studies focus on hybrid work itself, the specific perspective and operational reality of leaders have received comparatively less attention. This study addresses this gap by investigating the specific challenges hybridity poses for leaders and the core competencies required to navigate them. To answer these questions, nine expert interviews were conducted with leaders and evaluated using qualitative content analysis. The empirical results indicate that the interviewed leaders perceive hybrid leadership as increasing operational and emotional complexity, leading to fragmented tasks and strained social relations. The findings point to a multi-dimensional competence profile that extends far beyond digital media and communication skills, placing a distinct emphasis on psychosocial capabilities and leaders' self-management. Finally, the study highlights that individual competencies must be backed by organizational frameworks, deriving concrete practical implications for corporate regulations and leadership culture.
Der Rundbrief für Kindergärtnerinnen (1938-1943): Erste quellenkritische Einblicke in ein Medium Nationalsozialistischer Frühpädagogik
(IU International University of Applied Sciences, 2026-09-02) Otto, Stephan
Der Beitrag untersucht den bislang kaum erforschten Rundbrief für Kindergärtnerinnen der Nationalsozialistischen Volkswohlfahrt (NSV) als organisationsinternes Kommunikations- und Steuerungsmedium des nationalsozialistischen Kindergartenwesens. Im Mittelpunkt steht die Frage, welche pädagogischen, fachlichen und ideologischen Leitvorstellungen über die Publikation vermittelt wurden. Zunächst wird der Rundbrief quellenkritisch hinsichtlich seiner Entstehung, Verbreitung und Funktion eingeordnet. Darauf aufbauend werden die Inhaltsverzeichnisse der zwischen 1938 und 1943 erschienenen Ausgaben systematisch ausgewertet, um thematische Schwerpunkte und Entwicklungen zu rekonstruieren. Ergänzend werden ausgewählte Beiträge und ihre Autor:innen exemplarisch analysiert, um die Verflechtung pädagogischer Argumentationen mit nationalsozialistischen Erziehungs- und Gesellschaftsvorstellungen herauszuarbeiten. Der Beitrag leistet damit einen ersten quellenkritischen Zugang zu einer bislang kaum beachteten Quelle der bildungshistorischen Forschung und erweitert die Perspektive auf die Rolle interner Fachkommunikation bei der ideologischen Ausrichtung frühpädagogischer Praxis im Nationalsozialismus.