- One of the myths in educationdoor Quintijn Schenkel“Workshops Don’t Change Practice—But They Can Start the Conversation”One of the myths in education? That workshops alone change classroom practice.My thesis confirms what many educators already know: workshops are a starting point, not a solution. Real change happens when workshops are followed by structure, collaboration, and ongoing support.Let’s rethink how we design professional learning—less one-off events, more continuous growth.What’s your…
- Rethinking resistancedoor Quintijn Schenkel“From Conservatism to Collaboration: Rethinking Resistance in Education”Are teachers really resistant to change—or are they just not included in it?My research challenges the stereotype of the “conservative teacher.” When given the chance to co-create curriculum, teachers showed high engagement and professionalism.The lesson? Resistance often reflects exclusion, not opposition.Let’s build systems where teachers are not just implementers, but designers of change….
- Teachers’ willingness to change is about alignment and agencydoor Quintijn SchenkelTeachers are often seen as resistant to change — but is that fair? Research shows that teachers’ willingness to change isn’t about stubbornness; it’s about alignment and agency. When new policies or innovations match a teacher’s educational vision, they are far more likely to embrace them. But when imposed top-down, without room for adaptation, even highly engaged teachers may push…
- Thesis of the year awarddoor Quintijn SchenkelI’m incredibly proud to share that I’ve been awarded the “Thesis of the Year”! As the year comes to a close — a time of reflection and celebration — I feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude. Sometimes, everything seems to come together at once: finishing my studies, our school receiving top inspection ratings, and now this special recognition for my…
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