Michel Hogenes

Michel Hogenes is a Lecturer at The Hague University of Applied Sciences (teacher education department) and Codarts, Rotterdam University of the Arts (Music Education Department). He specializes in integrating technology with music education, particularly through projects like SoundLAB, which combines music instrument design with STEM education. His research focuses on inclusive music education, design-based learning, and pedagogical innovation.

Education: Studied Electronic Organ and Music in Education at the Alkmaar Conservatory, with post-HBO certifications in orthopedagogical music practice, keyboards, and early childhood music education.

Research Interests: Merging music with science and technology in education, fostering creativity through design, and promoting accessibility in music education. He explores how technology (e.g., Raspberry Pi, micro-controllers) enables children to create musical instruments, enhancing both artistic and technical skills.

Organizational Roles:

• Chair of Gehrels Muziekeducatie and EuNet MERYC (European Network for Music Educators and Researchers of Young Children).
• TIG leader of the Arts Education Thematic Interest Group in ETEN.
• Board member of Stichting Toeval Gezocht and MERYC UK.
• Editor of Applied Research Today (The Hague UAS journal).
• Amassador for 'Meer Muziek in de Klas' (More Music in the Classroom).

Research Group: Leads the Research Group Wicked Arts Education, focusing on interdisciplinary arts education and innovative teaching methods.