For this two-year ESF project on dual courses, AP University College Antwerp and Technisch Heilig-Hartinstituut (THHI) Tessenderlo are joining forces. The project aims to support schools in the start-...
Lies Pycke obtained a professional bachelor’s degree in teaching, a Master’s in Philosophy, and underwent a Specific Teacher Training as well. She followed both the basic training and the in-depth c...
Problem description The teaching profession is a challenging, fascinating and varied job. It is important that beginning teachers (starters) are adequately supported in the versatility of this job....
Problem definition The recent PISA results show a decline in the learning results of Flemish youngsters aged 15. Teachers are faced with a challenge: how can they achieve their curriculum objective...
What does the project entail? In this project an admission test for graduate courses is developed and operationalised. It is intended for students who do not have the required certificate or diploma ...
Background STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) disciplines are globally seen as essential for work and citizenship, while providing the cut through in global economic competition ...
Sabrina Govaerts conducts research on self-regulated learning, soft skills, learning motivation and workplace learning within the Research Center Lifelong Learning and Innovation (OLLI/RELLI). Afte...
Industry 4.0, digital revolution, smart factories, global interconnection – these are the keywords describing the present developments of the labour world. Vocational training can become “the first ch...
Ellen obtained a master's degree in Pedagogical Sciences with distinction at the University of Ghent in 2011. As a scientific researcher she participated in several projects such as the PISA-research,...
The Flemish STEM action plan (2012) wants to stimulate young people to choose STEM courses and careers. Important themes in the plan are 'more attractive STEM education' and 'strengthening teachers an...