Doret J. de Ruyter

Prof. Doret J. de Ruyter is a scholar specializing in moral education, philosophy of education, and ethical development. Her research focuses on topics such as human flourishing, teacher character, and historical educational theories. She has contributed to peer-reviewed journals like the Journal of Moral Education and Paedagogica Historica. Key areas of interest include Dutch educationalists, comparative studies of historical pedagogy, and the role of ethics in teacher training.

Her work spans empirical studies on student ethical compasses, theoretical analyses of educational philosophy, and historical evaluations of influential educators. Recent activities include supervising PhD examinations and delivering invited talks on moral education and pedagogical strategies.

Dr. de Ruyter has co-authored datasets exploring moral professionalism among students and has engaged in editorial work and academic collaborations across multiple countries. Her contributions highlight interdisciplinary approaches to understanding ethical and moral dimensions in education.