Monika Maciejewska

Dr. Monika Maciejewska serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Social Pedagogy and Educational Research Methodology at the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn. Her academic career spans over two decades with significant contributions to educational research and pedagogical practice.

Education:

• PhD in Humanities (Pedagogy), University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn (2003)
• Master of Pedagogy (Care Pedagogy), Higher Pedagogical School in Olsztyn (1994)
• Postgraduate Studies in Prevention and Therapy of Alcohol Problems, University of Lodz (1995)
• Psychological Assistance Study, Institute of Health Psychology and Sobriety, Warsaw (1996)

Research Focus: Her work centers on pedeutology with emphasis on teacher moral responsibility and action research methodologies. She investigates higher education quality assurance systems and their alignment with labor market demands, particularly regarding doctoral degree specialists. Her applied research examines evaluation frameworks in educational institutions, including self-evaluation practices and external assessment tools.

Publication Trends: Recent publications (2018-2022) reveal three dominant trajectories: (1) Educational evaluation systems in Polish schools balancing mandatory requirements with dialogic approaches; (2) Transformative learning through mobility programs like Erasmus+; and (3) Digital education challenges highlighted by pandemic-induced remote learning. Her work increasingly integrates social pedagogy perspectives, particularly regarding elderly populations in rural communities.

Research Grants and Advising:

• Principal investigator for doctoral scholarship projects focused on knowledge transfer and regional economic competitiveness
• Lead researcher for vocational education needs assessment in Warmia-Mazury region
• Developer of external evaluation tools for art schools commissioned by Ministry of Culture
• Supervisor for Diploma and Master's theses in pedagogy and social education

Professional Leadership: Dr. Maciejewska heads Postgraduate Studies in Occupational Health and Safety at the UNESCO Chair, serves as Social Labor Inspector for the Faculty of Social Sciences, and organizes academic workshops. She maintains active collaboration with educational institutions including Olsztyn Education Board, Łomża District Examination Board, and Warsaw Artistic Education Center.