Marieke van der Wal

Dr. Marieke van der Wal is a Lecturer and Teacher trainer in Social Science and Citizenship at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences. She holds a PhD and specializes in education research, focusing on teaching methodologies, cross-curricular competencies, and citizenship education. Her work bridges sociology and education, emphasizing practical applications in schools and healthcare contexts.

Her research explores educational outcomes, self-regulated learning, and the intersection of education with healthcare systems. Notable contributions include studies on heart failure care protocols and parental behaviors related to infant health. She has published extensively on topics such as school effectiveness, policy analysis, and sociological perspectives in education.

Van der Wal has organized academic events like the 'Dag van Vakdidactiek' and contributed to national reports on comparative education. Her interdisciplinary approach reflects collaborations across sociology, nursing, and educational policy domains.