Master of Science in Educational Sciences & Onderwijskunde

25/08/2026

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16/09/2025

Welcome to all the new students!

17/05/2024

Binnenkort online infosessies!

15/11/2023

Only gratitude!

On Tuesday, November 14, Professor Emeritus Dr. Fred Mednick gave a guest lecture on his organisation Teachers Without Borders (TWB), his experiences as a pr...

15/11/2023

Today, Professor Emeritus Dr. Fred Mednick gave a guest lecture on his organisation Teachers Without Borders (TWB), his experiences as a professor at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) and his new book: "In the Small Places: Stories of Teacher Changemakers and the Power of Human Agency".

Dr. Fred Mednick has left an indelible mark on our Department of Educational Sciences. His influence extends beyond the classroom, touching the lives of students, colleagues and the wider academic community. We would like to express our gratitude once again for the wisdom, extraordinary guidance and passion for education that he generously shared. ⭐️

25/10/2023

Dear students and alumni of Educational Sciences,

We are delighted to invite you to a guest lecture by our beloved American Professor Dr. Fred Mednick on the topic of Education and Social Action: Walk the Talk. This lecture promises to be an enlightening and thought-provoking experience, offering valuable insights into the field of Educational Sciences.

Details of the event are as follows:

🗓️Date: Tuesday, November 14
🕰️Time: 18:00 - 19:00 CET (followed by a reception)
📍Venue: Campus Etterbeek, Building I, Room i.0.02
💻 Online alternative: MS Teams https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NzJmNDM5OTktYzViMi00OTM0LTllMzMtNTc0MzU0M2VjYjBk%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22695b7ca8-2da8-4545-a2da-42d03784e585%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22865949ab-eda4-44bf-bb3e-77949809ad17%22%7d

✨For those who do not know Prof. Dr. Fred Mednick✨

A former high school principal, Dr. Fred Mednick founded Teachers Without Borders (TWB) in 2000 to connect teachers with information to bridge the education divide. He is a Professor of Education Sciences at Vrije Universiteit Brussels and was a Visiting Fellow at Johns Hopkins University.

Teachers Without Borders has helped pioneer open educational resources and courses. Every TWB initiative on girls’ education, education in emergencies, and peace and human rights education has been designed and led by teachers in developing countries. This has resulted in a strong and diverse global network in 177 countries.

Teachers Without Borders has received the Champion of African Education Award and the 2018 Luxembourg Peace Prize. Dr. Mednick was awarded with the 2018 Ahmadiyya Muslim Prize for Peace. TWB has also been recognized by the White House, the Desmond Tutu Foundation, and the Peace Corps. Dr. Jane Goodall is the international spokesperson for TWB.

We encourage you to attend this event to benefit from Professor Mednick’s expertise and to connect with fellow students and alumni who share your passion for educational change, innovation, and research.

✨For those who know Prof. Dr. Fred Menick✨

He would love to see you all again.

We hope to see you there!

25/10/2023

🌍 ERASMUS+ INFO SESSION 🌍

Are you interested in the ERASMUS+ program? Looking to broaden your horizons and gain international experience? Don't miss this opportunity!

📆 Date: Thursday, 26th October

⏰ Time: 16:00 - 18:00

📍 Location: Campus Etterbeek

🏢 Building i - Room i.2.02

Get all your questions answered and make informed decisions about your future!

🔗 Mark your calendars and be sure to attend! See you there!

17/10/2023

The Department of Educational Sciences warmly invites you to join us for a collective visit to the 'Go Abroad Fair 2023'. This event is a part of the International Days and is set to showcase a plethora of opportunities for students eager to venture abroad for studies, internships, or volunteerism.

🗓️ When: 19th October, 3-4 PM

📍 Location: Study Guidance Centre (Building F)
📌 Meeting Point: In front of the Crazy Copy Center, located in the heart of the VUB Main Campus.

Why should you attend?

Explore global educational opportunities.
Network with fellow students and share experiences.
Get insights about studying, interning, or volunteering abroad.

Please fill out this form to confirm your attendance: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdAWIX_RMouIBEU4QFemBoRBJO8ruFLwufL-5uuIS93lOkrew/viewform

06/10/2023

The Brussels Research Centre for Innovation, Learning and Diversity (Department Educational Sciences), in collaboration with Kaaitheater, VUB Crosstalks, WeDecolonizeVUB and Cinema Palace, with the support of Sint-Lucas Antwerp and Constant vzw, invites all students to a thought-provoking lecture by Professor Ariella Aïsha Azoulay. The event is curated by Hari Prasad Sacré, Arshia Ali Azmat, Hoda Siahtiri and Prof. dr. Free De Backer, and delves into the intricate links between stolen art, regime of documents and the modern refugee crisis, gaining a global and transnational view of decolonisation. Learn more: https://www.vub.be/en/event/lecture-ariella-aisha-azoulay

🗓️Date: Thursday, 19 October, 2023
⏰ Time: 19:00 - 21:00
📍Location: VUB Main Campus Etterbeek, Pleinlaan 2, 1050 Elsene

Agenda for the Evening:

🎙️ 19:00-20:00 - Lecture: "Museums in Europe are not European - Unlearning Together at Their Thresholds"
🎤 20:00-21:00 - Engaging panel discussion featuring Ariella Aïsha Azoulay and Katarzyna Ruchel-Stockmans (VUB). The session, moderated by Patricia da Costa (WeDecolonizeVUB), will culminate in a Q&A with attendees.

🎟️ Admission: Free for students, but registration is mandatory.

Register here: https://vrije-universiteit-brussel-vub.idloom.events/lecture-museums-in-europe-are-not-european-unlearning-imperial-plunder/register?_gl=1*3gpz9e*_ga*NDQ1Njk4MDkwLjE2ODE3Mzg5NTA.*_ga_P8BDY47Q5M*MTY5NjQ5NjkyMS4yOC4xLjE2OTY0OTc4NzkuMC4wLjA.

Lecture by Ariella Aïsha Azoulay on the impossibility of decolonising colonial museums without decolonising the world.

05/10/2023

✨Happy International Teachers' Day! ✨

💐Today we want to celebrate the professors in our BILD and ECHE research groups. 💐

Their influence as teachers is immeasurable and their dedication deserves our admiration and respect. 🙌

Please feel free to share your gratitude and appreciation for the professors below ⬇