Dissertations

Advisor - current projects

Arcana Putra, Heka I.W. (2024-2027). Teachers' professional knowledge and pedagogical approaches to teach students about socio-scientific mis/disinformation. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. dr. R. Steier. Oslo Metropolitan University. 

Brink, Suzanne (2019 -2026). Curriculum perspective perceptions within higher design and engineering curriculum innovation . Supervisor: Prof. dr. W.F.  Admiraal. Co-supervisors: Dr. E. Sjoer & Dr. M.S.A.de Hei. Leiden University.

Çal, Akif (2018-2025). English medium instruction for and beyond the academic world. Supervisor: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisor: Dr. T.L. Mearns. Leiden University.

Dolve, Fredrik Moi (2021-2025). Decision Support Systems in the home nursing care in two Norwegian municipalities. Supervisors:  Prof. dr. C. Bjørkquist, Prof. dr. M.K. Helgesen & Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Oslo Metropolitan University. 

Ertugruloglu, Errol (2019 – 2025). Taalondersteuning in zaakvakken in de context van tto en ISK: lespraktijk en leeropbrengst. Supervisor: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisor: Dr. T.L. Mearns. Leiden University.

Haenen, Janine (2021 – 2026). Students as agents of their learning. How can we stimulate student agency in open learning environments in higher education? Supervisor: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisors: Dr. E. Sjoer & Dr. S. Vink. Leiden University.

Hong, Yujia (2021 – 2025). Gamifying flipped EFL classes: Class design and effectiveness assessment. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. dr. N. Saab. Leiden University.

Hua, Cheng (2022 – 2026). Improvisation in undergraduate music education curriculum. Supervisors: Prof. Dr. R.M. Van der Rijst & Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisor: dr. C. Nieuwmeijer. Leiden University. 

Huang, Luyao (2021 – 2025). Relationship between Interdisciplinary Teaching Teams (ITTs) and teaching quality in higher education. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. Dr. R.M. Van der Rijst. Leiden University.

Klunder, Silvia (2017 – 2025). Ziek thuis, maar toch in de klas. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal &  Prof. dr. N. Saab. Leiden University.

Kusters, Max (2020 – 2024). They understand what it takes: Teacher agency and educational change in university education. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. Dr. R.M. Van der Rijst. Co-supervisor: Dr. A.J. de Vetten. Leiden University.

Liu, Xu (2020 – 2025). Chinese teachers’ professional identity and its impact on teaching Chinese as a foreign language in an intercultural context. Supervisor: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisor: Dr. T.L. Mearns. Leiden University.

Rijksen, Simone (2019 – 2025). Kenmerken en condities van reflectieve dialoog in de context van samenwerkende en samen lerende docenten in het Nederlandse basisonderwijs. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. dr. N. Saab. Co-supervisor: dr. A.J. de Vetten. Leiden University.

Roon, Marloes van (2022 – 2027). Geheugen en strategiegebruik van leerlingen, de rol van leerkracht. Supervisor: Prof.dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisors: Dr. Linda van den Bergh & Dr. Dineke Tigelaar. Leiden University. 

Saadatpourvahid, Morteza (2020-2025). EFL/ESL teachers’ level of occupational stress  and its effects on teachers’ and learners’ achievements. A cross-cultural study in Iranian and Dutch contexts. Supervisor: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisor: Dr. D. Tigelaar. Leiden University.

Schoots, Anja (2021-2025). The development of student agency in secondary schools. Supervisor: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisor: Dr. D. Tigelaar. Leiden University.

Wang, Linyuan (2020 - 2024). Student engagement in blended learning in higher education.  Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. Dr. R.M. Van der Rijst. Co-supervisor: Dr. A.J. de Vetten. Leiden University.

Wang, Luxi (2021 – 2025). Feasibility study of CLIL pedagogy in Business English related courses of Chinese universities. Supervisor: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisor: dr. T.L. Mearns. Leiden University.

Wei, Xiaomei (2018-2024). Assessment in online higher education. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. dr. N. Saab. Leiden University.

Wurth, Anneke (2016 - 2024). Feedback om sprekend te leren betogen! De relatie tussen feedback en de mondelinge vaardigheden van leerlingen in de lessen Nederlands. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. dr. J.A. de Jong. Co-supervisor: Dr. D. Tigelaar. Leiden University.

Advisory board - current projects

Grammens, Maaike (2018-2023). Behind the screen: identifying, mapping, and fostering synchronous online teachers’ competences . Supervisor: Prof. dr. B. de Wever. Ghent University.

Advisor - past projects

Lai, Yuzhi (03-07-2024). Self-directed language learning using of mobile technology in higher education. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. dr. N. Saab. Leiden University. 

Theeuwes, Brigitte (29-05-2024). Culturally responsive teaching in Dutch multicultural schools. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal, Prof. dr. N. Saab & Prof. dr. E. Denessen. Leiden University. 

Baas, Marjon (05-10-2023). Open to all, not known to all. Sustaining practices with open educational resources in higher education. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. Dr. R.M. van der Rijst. Co-supervisor: Dr. T. Huizinga. Leiden University. 

Smit, Ben (06-09-2023). Dimensions of student participation: Participatory action research in a teacher education context. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. dr. A.K. Berry. co-supervisor: Dr. D. Tigelaar. Leiden University.

Zhou, Na (01-03-2023). Professional learning of vocational teachers in the context of work placement. Supervisor: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisor: Dr. D. Tigelaar. Leiden University. 

Le, Thi Thanh Thin (29-11-2022). Towards a democratic school. Experience and viewpoints of stakeholders in Vietnamese secondary schools. Supervisor: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisor: Dr. D. Tigelaar. Leiden University. 

Hendriks, Renée (11-10-2022). Finding valuable direction for teaching and learning in campus-integrated Medical Massive Open Online Courses. Supervisors: Prof. dr. M.E.J. Reijnders & Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisor: Dr. P.G.M. de Jong. Leiden University / Leiden University Medical Centre. 

Kroneman, Marieke (15-09-2022). Peer education as an opportunity for practicing respect for sexual and gender diversity. Supervisor: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisor: Dr. Y. Kleistra. Leiden University. 

Galikyan, Irena (14-04-2022). Learner–learner interaction in digital learning environments. What and how are we measuring? Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. dr. L. Kester. Leiden University. 

Rumiantsev, Tamara (14-04-2022). Collaborative learning in conservatoire education. Catalyst for innovation. Supervisor: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisor dr. R.R. van der Rijst. Leiden University. 

Karkdijk, Jan (01-12-2021). Mysteries to support geographical relational thinking in secondary education. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. dr. M. Meeter. Co-promotor: Prof. dr. J.A. van der Schee. VU University Amsterdam. 

Keijzer, Rineke (18-11-2021). Vocational identity of at-risk youth. Supervisor: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisors: Dr. E. van Schooten & Dr. R. van der Rijst. Leiden University.

Jin, Xinglin (21-09-2021). Peer feedback in teacher professional development. Supervisor: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisors: Dr. D. Tigelaar & Dr. A. van der Want. Leiden University.

Guo, Pengyue (07-09-2021). Online project0based higher education. Student collaboration and outcomes. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. dr. N. Saab. Leiden University.

Wang, Jingxian (06-07-2021). Technology integration in education. Policy plans, teacher practices, and student outcomes. Supervisor: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisor: Dr. D. Tigelaar. Leiden University.

Zhang, Xin (06-07-2021). Teachers’ teaching and learning motivation in China. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal Prof. dr. N. Saab. Leiden University.

Jong, Loes de (20-05-2021). Teacher professional learning and collaboration in secondary schools. Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisor: Dr. J.A. Meirink. Leiden University.

Schaik, Patrick van (16-12-2020). Utilizing, co-constructing and sharing of knowledge in collaborative teacher learning. Supervisors: Prof. dr. M.L.L. Volman and Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisor: Dr. W. Schenke. University of Amsterdam.

Lamers-Reeuwijk, Antonia (24-11- 2020). Teaching and professional development in transnational education in Oman. Supervisor: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisor: Dr. R.R. van der Rijst. Leiden University.

Vogelzang, Hans (10-11-2020). Scrum in secondary chemistry education: A methodology to support teachers and to scaffold students. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. dr. J.H. van Driel. Leiden University.

Kampen, E. van (05-09-2019). What’s CLIL about bilingual education? A window on Content and Language Integrated Learning pedagogies. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. dr. A.K. Berry. Co-supervisor: Dr. J.A. Meirink. Leiden University.

Trần, Trân T.Q. (19-09-2018). Cultural differences in Vietnam: Differences in work-related values between Western and Vietnamese culture and cultural awareness at higher education. Supervisor: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisor: Dr. N. Saab. Leiden University.

Day, Indira (28-06-2018). Intermediate assessment in higher education. Characteristics, perceptions, and effects. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. dr. P.M. Westenberg. Co-supervisor: Dr. F.M. van Blankenstein. Leiden University.

Kamp, Marie-Thérèse van de (8-11-2017). Re-imagine, re-design and transform. Enhancing generation an exploration in creative problem finding processes in visual arts education. Supervisors: Prof. dr. G.C.W. Rijlaarsdam & Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. University of Amsterdam.

Veldman, Ietje (27-09-2017). Stay or leave? Veteran teachers' relationship with students and job satisfaction. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. dr. J.W.F. van Tartwijk. Co-supervisor: Dr. M.T. Mainhard. Leiden University.

Heer, Willy de (12-09-2017). Gelijkheid troef in het Nederlandse basisonderwijs. Supervisors: Prof. dr. P.B. Cliteur & Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisor: Dr. A.J.J. in  ‘t Groen. Leiden University.

Moses, Ikupa (07-09-2017). Student-teachers’ commitment to teaching. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. dr. A.K. Berry. Co-supervisor: Dr. Nadira Saab. Leiden University.

Huizenga, Jantina (21-06-2017). Digital game-based learning in secondary education. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. dr. G.T.M. ten Dam. Co-supervisor:  Prof. dr. J.M. Voogt. University of Amsterdam.

Hei, Miranda de (05-07-2016). Collaborative learning in higher education. Design, implementation and evaluation of group learning activities. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal & Prof. dr. J.W. Strijbos. Co-supervisor: Dr. E. Sjoer. Leiden University.

Kragten, Marco (27-11-2015). Comprehending process diagrams in Biology education. Supervisors: Prof. dr. G.C.W. Rijlaarsdam & Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. University of Amsterdam.

Geboers, Ellen (19-03-2014). Citizenship of young people. Supervisors: Prof. dr. G.T.M. ten Dam & Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. Co-supervisor: Dr. F.P. Geijsel. University of Amsterdam.

Nguyen Thi, Phuong Nam (28-11-2012). Second language writing and literary reading in university: Three empirical studies. Supervisors: Prof. dr. G.C.W. Rijlaarsdam & Prof. dr. W.F. Admiraal. University of Amsterdam.

Heemskerk, Irma (30-09-2008). Technology makes a difference. Inclusiveness of technology in education. Supervisors: Prof. dr. G.T.M. ten Dam & Prof. dr. M.L.L. Volman. Co-supervisor: Dr. W.F. Admiraal. University of Amsterdam.

Leijen, Äli (20-06-2008). The reflective dancer. ICT support for practical training. Supervisor: Prof. dr. P.R.J. Simons. Co-supervisors: Dr. J.I. Lam, Dr. E.M.M. Wildschut & Dr. W.F. Admiraal. Utrecht University.

Pol, Jakko van der (03-07-2007). Facilitating online learning conversations. Exploring tool affordances in higher education. Universiteit Utrecht. Supervisor: Prof. dr. P.R.J. Simons. Co-supervisor: Dr. W.F. Admiraal. Utrecht University.

Akkerman, Sanne (23-06-2006). Strangers in dialogue. Academic collaboration across organizational boundaries (cum laude). Universiteit Utrecht. Supervisor: Prof. dr. P.R.J. Simons. Co-supervisor: Dr. W.F. Admiraal. Utrecht University.

Lockhorst, Ditte (24-09-2005). Design principles for a CSCL environment in teacher training. Universiteit Utrecht. Supervisors: Prof. dr. A. Pilot & Prof. dr. W. Veen. Co-supervisor: Dr. W.F. Admiraal.  Utrecht University.

Berg, Ineke van der (6-06-2003). Peer assessment in het universitaire onderwijs. Universiteit Utrecht. Supervisor: Prof. dr. A. Pilot. Co-supervisor: Dr. W.F. Admiraal. Utrecht University.

Huibregtse, Ineke (2-02-2001). Tweetalig onderwijs in Nederland. Universiteit Utrecht. Supervisors: Prof. dr. G.J. Westhoff & Prof. dr. C. de Bot. Co-supervisor: Dr. W.F. Admiraal. Utrecht University.

Advisory board - past projects

Voet, Michiel (2017). Inquiry-based learning in history education: Exploring teachers' beliefs, knowledge and use of technology, and preparing future teachers for implementation in class. Supervisor: Prof. dr. B. de Wever. Ghent University.

Assessment board

Awang, L.A.B.T. (2024). The design and development of mathematics adaptive e-learning system for secondary school students in Sepang. Supervisors: Dr. F.D. Yusop and Dr. M. Danaee. University Malaya. 

Den Otter, M-J. (2023). Bridging the gap between macro and micro: Enhancing students’ chemical reasoning. Supervisors: Prof. dr. ir. F.J.J.M. Janssen & dr. L.B.F Lurink. Co-supervisor: dr. M. Dam. Leiden University. 

Doornkamp, L. (2023). A teacher like me. The role of teacher gender representation and

gender stereotypes in education. Supervisors: Prof. dr. J. Mesman & Prof. dr. S. Groeneveld. Co-supervisor: dr. L. van der Pol. Leiden University. 

Monagas, E.S. (2023). Estilo comunicativo del profesorado de secundaria: efectos sobre el rendimiento académico y el bienestar psicológico [Secondary school teachers' engaging messages: effects on academic performance and psychological well-being]. Supervisors: Dr. J.L. Núñez Alonso. Co-supervisor: dr. J.F. Loro Ferrer. Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. 

Alqhtani, T.M. (2023). The influence of students’ learning experience in the flipped classroom on students’ satisfaction and motivation to learn in Saudi higher education institutions. Supervisors: Dr. F.D. Yusop & Dr. S. H Halili. University Malaya. 

Alkema, E.G. (2022). Schrijven met kennis van zaken. Een didactiek voor de zaakvakken. Supervisor: Prof. Dr. G.C.W. Rijlaarsdam. Co-supervisor: dr. Daphne van Weijen. University of Amsterdam. 

Jong, A. de. (2022). Leading collaborative innovation in schools.  Supervisors: Prof. dr. J.W.F. van Tartwijk & Prof. dr. M. Noordergraaf. Co-supervisors: Dr. D. Lockhorst & dr. R.A. de Kleijn. Utrecht University. 

Shavard, G. (2022). Teacher professionalism and collaboration in the workplace. Supervisors:Prof. dr. J-C. Smeby &  Prof. dr. S. Mausethagen. Oslo Metropolitan University. 

Nasreen, F. (2022). Development of industrial revolution employability skills model for university students’ readiness in the work-based learning program. Supervisors: dr. S.H. Halili & dr. R.A. Razak. University of Malaya. 

Boer, E. de. (2022). Towards an ecological approach to teacher professional development. Supervisors: Prof. dr. ir. F.J.J.M.Janssen & Prof. dr. J.H van Driel. Co-supervisor: Dr. M Dam. Leiden University. 

Schophuizen, M.J.F. (2022). Educational innovation towards organizational development: The art of governing open and online education in Dutch higher education institutions. Supervisors: Prof. dr. M. Kalz & Prof. dr. M.M. Specht. Open University Netherlands Heerlen. 

Almalki, S.S.D. (2022). Impact of professional learning communities implementation on teachers’ teaching practice and professional learning in Saudi Arabia. Supervisor: dr. R. Reynolds. Co-supervisors: dr. J.M. O’Toole & dr. K. Ferguson-Patrick. University of Newcastle, Australia. 

Molin, F.M.B.M. (2022). Using digital formative assessments to improve learning in Physics education. Supervisors: Prof. dr. C.M.G. Haerlermans & Prof. dr. W.N.J. Groot. Co-supervisor: Dr. S.J.J. Cabus. Maastricht University. 

Okken, G. J. (2021). Beyond the welcome-back party. The long-term impact of study abroad on teacher behavior. Supervisors: Prof. dr. W.H.A. Hofman & Prof. dr. E.P.W.A. Jansen. Co-supervisor: Dr. R.J. Coelen. University of Groningen. 

Hussein, M. H. (2021). A digital game-based learning framework for enhancing primary school students’ critical thinking skills. Supervisor: Dr. Ow Siew Hock. University of Malaya.

Ommering, B. (2021). Future physician-scientists: let’s catch them young! Unravelling the role of motivation for research. Prof. dr. F.W. Dekkers. Co-promotor: F.M. van Blankenstein. Leiden University/Leiden University Medical Center.

Versteeg, M. (2021). At the heart of learning. Navigating towards educational neuroscience in health professions education. Supervisor: Prof. dr. P. Steendijk. Co-supervisor: Dr. A.J. de Beaufort. Leiden University/Leiden University Medical Center.

Vrind, E. de. (2020). The SpeakTeach method. Towards self-regulated learning of speaking skills in foreign languages in secondary schools: Am adaptive and practical approach. Supervisors: Prof. dr. ir. F.J.J.M.Janssen & Prof.dr. J.H van Driel. Co-supervisor: Dr. N.H. de Jong. Leiden University.

Donker, M. (2020). In DEPTh: Dynamics of Emotional Processes in Teachers. An exploration of teachers’ interpersonal behavior and physiological responses. Supervisor: Prof. dr. T.A.J.M. van Gog. Co-supervisor: Dr. M.T. Mainhard. Utrecht University.

Kop, P. (2020). Graphing formulas by hand to promote symbol sense. Becoming friends with algebraic formulas. Supervisors: Prof. dr. ir. F.J.J.M. Janssen, Prof. dr. P.H.M. Drijvers, & Prof. Dr. J.H. van Driel. Leiden University.

Ouden, J. den. (2020). Zachtjes schudden aan de boom. Supervisors: Prof. dr. ir. F.J.J.M. Janssen & Prof. dr. C. Bakker. Leiden University.

Baan, J. (2020). The contribution of academic teachers to inquiry-based working in primary schools. Supervisor: Prof. dr. M.L.L. Volman. Co-supervisor: Dr. L. Gaikhorst. University of Amsterdam.

Jansen, R. (2019). Dealing with autonomy. Self-regulated learning in open online education. Supervisor: Prof. dr. L. Kester. Co-supervisors: Dr. J.J.H.M. Janssen & Dr. A. van Leeuwen. Utrecht University.

Sun, X. (2019). Teacher-student interpersonal relationships in Chinese secondary education classrooms. Supervisor: Prof. dr. Th. Wubbels. Co-supervisor: Dr. M.T. Mainhard. Utrecht University.

Liu, M. (2019). Exploring culture-related values in Chinese student teachers’ professional self-understanding and teaching experiences. Supervisor: Prof. dr. Th. Wubbels. Co-supervisor: Dr. R. Zwart. Utrecht University.

Vossen, T.E. (2019). Research and design in STEM education. What do students and teachers think about the connection? Supervisors: Prof. dr. J.H. van Driel & Prof. dr. M.J. de Vries. Co-supervisors: Dr. I. Henze & dr. E.H. Tigelaar. Leiden University.

Post, L.S. (2019). The role of gesture observation and imitation in learning (artificial) grammar rules from dynamic visualizations. Supervisors: Prof. dr. R.A. Zzwaan, Prof. dr. F. Paas & Prof. dr.  T.A.J.M. van Gog. Erasmus University Rotterdam.

Davis, D. (2019). Large-scale learning analytics: Modeling learner behavior & improving learning outcomes in Massive Open Online Courses. Supervisor: Prof. dr. ir. G.J.P.M. Houben. Co-supervisor: Dr. ir. C. Hauff. Delft University of Technology.

Sahito, Z. (2019). Job satisfaction and the motivation of teacher educators towards quality education. Supervisor: Prof. dr. P. Vaisanen. University of Eastern Finland Joensuu.

Wieringa, N. (2019). Teacher knowledge and lesson design. Supervisors: Prof. dr. F.J.J.M. Janssen & Prof. dr. J.H. van Driel. Leiden University.

Vetten, A. de. (2018). From sample to population. Pre-service primary school teachers learning informal statistical inference. Supervisors: Prof. dr. B. van Oers & prof. dr. J. Schoonenboom. Co-supervisor: Dr. R. Keijzer. VU University Amsterdam

Ginkel, G. van. (2018). Making mentoring match. Mentor teachers’ practical knowledge of adaptive mentoring. Supervisor: Prof. dr. N. Verloop. C0-supervisor: Dr. H.W. Oolbekkink-Marchand. Leiden University.

Huisman, B.A. (2018). Peer feedback on academic writing. Effects on performance and the role of task-design. Supervisors: Prof. dr. J.H. van Driel & Prof. dr. P.W. van den Broek. Co-supervisor: Dr. N. Saab. Leiden University.

Wierik, M.L.J. te. (2018). Vocational career guidance in Dutch higher vocational education. Supervisor: Prof. dr. J.J. Beishuizen. Co-supervisor: Dr. C.P.B.J. van Klaveren. VU University Amsterdam.

Wijsman, L.A. (2018). Enhancing performance and motivation in lower secondary education. Supervisors: Prof. dr. P.M. Westenberg & Prof. dr.  J.H. van Driel. Co-asupervisor: Dr. N. Saab. Leiden University.

Stollman, S.H.M. (2018). Differentiated instruction in practice. Supervisors: Prof. dr. J.H. van Driel & Prof. dr. P.M. Westenberg. Co-supervisor: Dr. J.A. Meirink. Leiden University.

Vereijken, M.W.C. (2018). Student engagement in research in medical education. Supervisors: Prof. J.H. van Driel & Prof. dr. F. Dekker. Co-supervisor: Dr. R. van der Rijst. Leiden University.

Thomsen, M. (2018). Teacher’s trust. Measurement, sources, and consequences of teacher’s interpersonal trust within schools for vocational education and training. Supervisors: Prof. dr. S. Karsten & Prof. dr. F.J. Oort. University of Amsterdam.

Hamat, B. (2018). Poles apart: Discerning and opportunistic mind-sets in design learning. Supervisors: Prof. dr. P.G. Badke-Schaub & Prof. dr. J.P.L. Schoormans. Co-supervisor: Dr. B. Eisenbart. Delft University of Technology.

Hendrickx, M.M.H.G. (2017). The role of the teacher in classroom peer relations. Supervisors: Prof. dr. M. Brekelmans & Prof. dr. H.N. Cillessen. Co-supervisor: Dr. M.T. Mainhard. Utrecht University.

Jansen in de Wal, J. (2016). Secondary school teachers’ motivation for professional learning. Supervisors: Prof. dr. R.L. Martens & Prof. dr. P.J. den Brok. Co-supervisor: dr. A.A.J. van den Beemt. Open University Netherlands.

Claessens, L. C. A. (2016). Be on my side I’ll be on your side. Supervisors: Prof. dr. J.W.F. van Tartwijk, Prof. dr. Th. Wubbels, Prof. dr. N. Verloop & Prof. dr. P.J. den Brok. Utrecht University.

Louws, M. L. (2016). Professional learning. What teachers want to learn. Supervisors: Prof. J.H. van Driel & K. van Veen. Co-supervisor: Dr. J.A. Meirink. Leiden University.

Vandercruysse, S. (2015). Play your way into math! Supervisor: Prof. dr. Jan Elen. KU Leuven Campus Kortrijk.

Want, A.C. van der. (2015). Teachers’ interpersonal role identity. Supervisors: Prof. dr. P.J. den Brok & Prof. dr. D. Beijaard. Co-supervisor: Prof. dr. J.M.G Brekelmans. Eindhoven University of Technology.

Schenke, W. (2015). Connecting practice-based research and school development. Supervisors: Prof. dr.  M.L.L. Volman and Prof. dr. J.H. van Driel. Co-supervisor: Prof. dr. F.P. Geijsel. University of Amsterdam.

Esteve Mon, F.M. (2015). La competencia digital docente. Análisis de la autopercepción y evaluación del desempeño de los estudiantes universitarios de educación por medio de un entorno 3D. Supervisors: Dra. M. Gisbert Cervera & Dr. J. Adell Segura. Universitat Rovira I Virgili Tarragona.

Bogaard, M.E.D. van den. (2015). Towards an action-oriented model for first year engineering student success. Supervisors: Prof. dr. ir. A. Verbraeck & Prof. dr. E. de Graaff. Delft University of Technology.

Rutten, N. (2014). Teaching with simulations. Supervisor: Prof.dr. W.R. van Joolingen. Co-supervisor: Dr. J. T. van der Veen. Twente University.

Hu, Y. (2014). The role of research in university teaching. A comparison of Chinese and Dutch teachers. Supervisors: Prof. dr. N. Verloop & Prof. dr. K. van Veen. Co-supervisor: Dr. R.M. van der Rijst. Leiden University.

Dam, M. (2014). Making educational reforms practical for teachers. Supervisor: Prof. dr. J.H. van Driel. Co-supervisor: Dr. Ir. F.M.M.J. Janssen. Leiden University.

Eerden, A. en Es, M. (2014). Meten en maximaliseren van basale schrijfvaardigheid bij eerstejaarsstudenten in het hoger beroepsonderwijs. Supervisor: Prof. dr. C. de Bot. Groningen University.

Haar, S. van der (2014). Getting on the same page. Team learning and team cognition in emergency management command-and-control teams. Supervisors: Prof. dr. M. Segers, Prof. dr. K.A. Jehn, & Prof. dr. P. van den Broek. Leiden University.

Kamphorst, J. (2013). One size fits all? Differential effectiveness in higher vocational education. Supervisor: Prof. dr. W.H.A. Hofman. Co-supervisors: Dr. E.P.W.A. Jansen & Dr. C. Terlouw. Groningen University.

Verberg, C. (2013). The characteristics of a negotiated assessment procedure to promote teacher learning. Supervisor: Prof. dr. N. Verloop. Co-supervisors: Dr. E.H. Tigelaar. Leiden University.

Jong, R. J. de (2013). Student teachers' practical knowledge, discipline strategies, and the teacher-class relationship. Supervisors: Prof. dr. N. Verloop, Prof. dr. J.W.F. van Tartwijk & Prof. dr. T. Wubbels. Leiden University.

Doppenberg, J. (2012). Collaborative teacher learning: settings, foci and powerful moments. Supervisor: Prof. dr. P.J. den Brok. Co-supervisor: Dr. A.W.E.A. Bakx. Eindhoven University of Technology.

Gennip, N. van (2012). Assessing together. Peer assessment from an interpersonal perspective. Supervisors: Prof. dr. M.S.R. Segers & Prof. dr. P.W. van den Broek. Co-supervisor: Dr. H.H. Tillema. Leiden University.

Groenendijk, T. (2012). Observe and explore. Empirical studies about learning in creative writing and the visual arts. Supervisor: Prof. dr. G.C.W. Rijlaarsdam. Co-supervisor: Dr. T.M. Janssen. University of Amsterdam.

Molenaar, I. (2011). It's all about metacognitive activities: Computerized scaffolding of self-regulated learning. Supervisor: Prof. dr. P.J.C. Sleegers & Prof. dr. C.A.M. van Boxtel. University of Amsterdam.

Antonenko, T. (2010). Stimulating intercultural intellectual capabilities in intercultural communication. Supervisor: Prof. dr. G.C.W. Rijlaarsdam. Co-supervisor: Prof. dr. L. Sercu. University of Amsterdam.

Vries, A. de (2004). Ervaringsleren cultiveren. Onderzoek in eigen werk. Universiteit Utrecht. Supervisors: Prof. dr. P.R.J. Simons & Prof. dr. K. Gravemeijer. Utrecht University.

Blomme, R. (2003). Alignement. Een studie naar organisatieprocessen en alignement tussen individuele en organisatiecompetenties. Universiteit Utrecht. Supervisor: Prof. dr. P.R.J. Simons. Utrecht University.

Midway thesis evaluation

Rustad, Mikkel B. (18-09-2023). Gaming to learn: Developing 21st century skills with Minecraft. Supervisor: Prof. dr. H.B. Holmarsdottir. Co-supervisor: dr. R. Steier. Oslo Metropolitan University.