Education Analytics aims to create an educational environment in which data-driven insights continuously improve the quality of education and put the student learning experience at the centre. It is committed to making policy, guidance and academic research on student success as data-driven as possible. We call this data-informed policy.

Mission

Education Analytics aims to improve the quality of education (policy) using data

Teamwork
Working together by harnessing everyone's strengths, in a safe environment where asking and offering help comes naturally. We enjoy our work and are proud of our impact.

Best in Class
Leading the way in educational analytics with in-depth expert knowledge and a secure, efficient toolstack in line with the VU architecture.

Customer focus
Actively network within education and data analytics, building strong relationships with stakeholders and IT to deliver faster and better.

Vision

An education environment where decisions are made based on data-driven advice.

• We improve educational quality with clear analytics that translate complex data into actionable insights for teachers and policymakers.
• Our strength lies in making educational data accessible and delivering advice that improves the student learning experience.
• We continue to develop as experts, actively share our knowledge and strive to be "best in class" in educational analytics and innovation.

Our team is the foundation of our success.
"There is no question you cannot ask us."

We are:

• Accessible: easily accessible, helpful, thoughtful and people-oriented. We speak plain language, are flexible and show genuine interest.
• Education experts: We have in-depth knowledge of education policy, insight into what is going on within faculties, and collaborate with other educational institutions.
• Data Wizards: We know the data sources, create and combine data, guarantee quality and deploy analyses to provide solutions.
• Advisors: We think along, analyse needs and provide applicable advice. We are a sparring partner at every stage of the decision-making process.

Impact
Curious about insights put into practice? Check out the overview of applications benefiting students 2010 - 2017 (Dutch only).

We can be reached for questions about data for educational policy or scientific research at: education-analytics@vu.nl.