Prof. Heiss receives the award for his innovative teaching concepts in statistics and econometrics. Through the implementation of flipped classrooms, digital educational videos and several textbooks on programming languages, he has significantly advanced teaching methods. His efforts have shaped both how and what students learn in these key areas. Students regularly give his courses top marks.
The economist studied and earned his doctorate at the University of Mannheim, then conducted research in Munich and at the University of California, Berkeley. In 2009, he took up a professorship at the University of Mainz before moving to Gelsenkirchen in 2012, where he has held the professorship for Statistics and Econometrics ever since. His research focuses on methodological and applied issues in econometrics and empirical economic research.
For the past four years, the European Economic Association has been honouring teachers who contribute to the dissemination of economic knowledge through exceptional commitment and innovative approaches with the Award for Exceptional Teaching in three categories. The prize money is 1,000 euros.