Research Group Driving Educational Change
Lines of research within the research group
NETLINC - Building INnovative Capacity of higher education through NETworked Learning
ProjectA multidisciplinary consortium studies how networked learning can enhance the innovative capacity of higher education institutes
Innovative capacity of education professionals during complex changes
ProjectActive involvement of educational professionals in complex educational innovations is important for the successful realization of those innovations. The active role of educational professionals has been studied to a limited extent to date. In this project we investigate which elements make up the innovative capacity of education professionals, and how we can strengthen this.
Proeftuin Appropriate Teaching
ProjectIn this research workshop, which we call Proeftuin, we focus on researching and improving the pedagogical actions of MBO teachers in order to strengthen the connection to the learning and/or educational needs of students. To this end, we work together in professional learning communities (PLC).
Publications
- How can we understand and stimulate evidence-informed educational change? A scoping review from a systems perspective
- School leadership during disruptive change An emotional and relational practice
- Why so many change efforts fail Using paradox theory as a lens to understand the complexity of educational change
Education
The short-term and long-term results of many educational changes often remain unclear. The research group wants to help initiate and implement changes in a more goal-oriented, substantiated way – in HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht and in other educational institutions.
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Collaboration
The research group works closely with the Centre for Expertise, Talent & Skill, with educational programmes offered at HU and with the Teaching and Learning Network. They also collaborate with regional, national and international partners in professional practice, education and research.
