C.F.J. Pols

C.F.J. Pols is a Professor in the Science & Engineering Education Group at Delft University of Technology's Faculty of Applied Sciences. Their work focuses on advancing physics education through innovative teaching methodologies, practical work design, and integration of emerging technologies like generative AI. Key areas include quantum physics education, inquiry-based learning, and assessment frameworks for scientific inquiry.

Research interests span physics education innovation, student conceptual understanding, laboratory pedagogy, and maker culture integration. They have pioneered tools such as the Scientific Graphic Organizer and redesigned physics lab curricula to enhance procedural/conceptual knowledge.

Recent work explores generative AI’s role in teacher training programs and quantum mechanics education through hands-on activities. Over 41 publications demonstrate contributions to educational technology, practical work frameworks, and assessment rubrics. Awards include the prestigious TUD Education Fellow (2022) for impactful teaching innovations.

Active in international conferences since 2020, Pols has presented on topics like open inquiry experiments and pandemic-resilient lab courses. Media engagement includes public columns on educational resources and interactive physics books like Show the Physics.