Maaike C. Heitink

Maaike C. Heitink is an Assistant Professor in the field of Cognition, Data and Education at the University of Twente. Her work centers on educational assessment, teacher competencies, and the integration of technology in learning environments.

Research Interests: Dr. Heitink's research spans formative assessment, peer feedback, technological pedagogical knowledge, and digital literacy. She investigates how teachers can effectively implement assessment strategies in classrooms and how digital tools can support both teaching and learning. Her work often involves systematic reviews and meta-analyses, particularly in STEM education contexts.

Her recent publications indicate a strong focus on feedback systems, teacher prerequisites for assessment, and the development of instruments to measure motivation and competence. These studies are primarily situated in higher education and primary education settings, with implications for policy and practice.

Scientific Contributions:

• Highly cited systematic review on formative assessment (over 140 citations)
• Meta-analysis on peer feedback in STEM education
• Development of assessment tools like the M-PerFeCt questionnaire
• Research on digital literacy and computer-adaptive testing

Advising and Research Activity: While no direct students are listed, she has contributed to PhD supervision and collaborative research projects. She is active in presenting findings at academic conferences and participates in interdisciplinary research teams focused on educational innovation.

Labs and Teams: Dr. Heitink collaborates closely with researchers such as Kim Schildkamp, Bernard Veldkamp, and Fleur van der Kleij, contributing to a robust network in educational assessment and data use in education.