It’s a way for educators to investigate the effectiveness of their teaching methods, gather evidence, and contribute to the broader knowledge base of teaching and learning. It can lead to a better understanding of how teaching and learning works in a specific context and help to spread innovations that are proven to work.
SoTL at VU
At the Vrije Universiteit, the Centre for Teaching & Learning (CTL) is at the forefront of SoTL. It supports faculty members in their exploration of innovative teaching strategies, encourages them to gather evidence about their teaching practices, and provides resources to help them disseminate their findings. Read more about how CTL facilitates SoTL.
Join the VU SoTL community
At the CTL the belief is that by engaging in SoTL, educators like you can continually improve their teaching and positively impact student learning outcomes. In the process, you gain recognition for your initiative and leadership in educational innovation. Join our community of SoTL practitioners!
SoTL news
SoTL award winners 2025 announced: 11 projects focused on educational innovation
This year, no fewer than eleven projects have been awarded a grant. From AI literacy and impactful tutorials to practice-oriented learning, the projects explore themes such as role models, interdisciplinary collaboration, and creative teaching methods. Together, the winners make a valuable contribution to the future of education at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Read more...
Why more and more educators are turning to SoTL
During the first national SoTL Day 2025 at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, three educators from different Dutch universities shared how practice-based research has reshaped their teaching. “I used to teach based on what felt right. Now I ask myself: what do I want to achieve, and how will I know if it’s working?”
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SoTL success stories
Curious for inspiring examples of SoTL projects? Read the SoTL success stories further down this page.
