About
Maarten Simons is a full professor at the KU Leuven, affiliated with the Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences. He serves as the head of Education and Society and holds the chair of Education, Culture and Society. His research focuses on educational policy, philosophy of education, and the intersection of schools with societal and market dynamics.
- Projects: School Emancipation, Educational Policy and Commercial Relations, Teacher Agency in (Inter)action
- Teaching: Offers courses on educational practices and policy
His recent publications explore topics like EdTech marketization, school structures in Belgium and DR Congo, and the political dimensions of education through Jacques Rancière. He has collaborated with institutions in Brazil, Argentina, and beyond.
Notable roles include membership in the Doctoral Committee and Advisory Committees at KU Leuven, as well as international invitations for lectures and collaborations.
