In the Netherlands, school boards are responsible for ensuring the quality of education. However, research shows limited evidence that their policies and leadership improve outcomes.
The gap between school boards and teachers is significant, particularly in terms of language, challenges, and priorities. While school boards focus on strategic goals, teachers deal with day-to-day classroom realities. Understanding these differences is key to finding ways to better align their efforts and improve educational outcomes.
Projects
- Jan Baan and Chevy van Dorresteijn work on a project where fourth-year students are working on research questions and data from school boards. This innovation can contribute for students to be better prepared for the practical application of their knowledge, and for school boards to gain a better idea of the role these teachers can fulfil.
- External and Internal Supervision Methods and Modalities for Organizational Networks Addressing Complex Societal Issues - Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam