Research into Higher Education

Research into the Higher Education Community revolves around two vital pillars: supporting practice research and sharing best practices. We encourage the application of evidence-informed practices within teaching activities and the transformation of  classrooms into laboratories for innovation. By organizing activities, networking-events and workshops, we inspire educators to make data-driven decisions and continually enhance the student learning experience.

Collaboration and knowledge sharing are at the core of our community. We serve as a hub for the exchange of ideas and insights among university teachers and educational professionals. From 2021-2025, this CoP collectively supported three PhD students and their research within the field of graduate employability (Helena Barachino), the well-being of academic staff and students (Piermarco Consiglio), and the professionalization of online/blended/hybrid education (Ha Nguyen).

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Join the community of PhD students researching higher education

Are you a PhD student at the UG/UMCG working on a topic related to higher education? Are you interested in sharing your experience with your peers? Every year, the CoP Research into Higher Education hosts an event for interested PhD students. It is an opportunity to exchange ideas, discuss challenges, and seek advice from experienced colleagues.

If you are interested in joining, please email us at tag rug.nl.

Leaders of the CoP RiHE: dr. Marjon Fokkens-Bruinsma and Irene Douwes-van Ark

Dr. Marjon Fokkens-Bruinsma is from the Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences and her expertises include; learning and instruction in higher education, teacher motivation, teacher education, quality assurance, wellbeing and resilience.

Irene Douwes-van Ark works as an educational developer at Educational Support and Innovation (ESI), supporting university teachers in their didactical development. As a PhD-student, she researches the professional development of university teachers and has a special interest in their self-efficacy beliefs and teaching practices to engage students. 

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