Higher education is in constant change. Research generates new knowledge, which requires adaptation of the content of programmes. Social and technological developments in society require different qualities in our future graduates. Research in educational science, psychology and neuroscience has given us many new insights in how the human brain develops and what learning really is. ICT has an ever-growing role in education, with AI as important example, and student populations are more diverse than ever. Finally, changes in policies, laws and regulations not only influence the choices and study habits of students but also affect the internal quality processes in universities.
These developments lead to a greater need for educational leaders, people who are able to take a leading role in education, who can formulate a vision and direct innovation and improvements in education. People who are able to work in the internal force field of the university, accounting for all relevant stakeholders and make change happen. That’s why the University of Twente and University of Groningen continuously invest in educational leadership.
The Educational Leadership Programme (ELP)
Academics who want to develop their educational leadership, can participate in the Educational Leadership Programme, an intensive 14 month course. Participants will develop in the fields of educational science, leadership and change management. More information can be found in this brochure.
The ELP Alumni Network
Participants that have completed the ELP, have developed their educational leadership knowledge and skills. They have shown to be able to lead educational innovations at programme level and higher. They can and want to contribute to the further development of education at the University of Twente and the University of Groningen. Examples of challenges that ELP-alumni have worked on: ‘life long learning’, ‘future proof education’, …..
ELP-alumni can support you in your educational innovation. If you have an educational challenge for which you would like feedback, a sounding board or additional ideas and suggestions, please contact the coordinator of the ELP.