Renske de Groot

Renske de Groot holds academic and leadership roles in arts education and museum studies. She currently coordinates innovation projects at the Amsterdam University of the Arts, pursuing a doctorate in 'Global Educational Leadership' at Lamar University. Previously, she served as Head of Education at Foam Photography Museum Amsterdam, and led studies programs for Master’s in Art Education and Bachelor’s in Cultural Heritage at institutions like Fontys University of the Arts and Zuyd University of Applied Sciences.

• Education: Master’s in Museology (Amsterdam University of the Arts, 2005)
• Teacher training: Academie voor Beeldende Vorming (Tilburg)

Her research focuses on integrating technology into museum learning environments, addressing challenges in digital transformation for cultural institutions. She explores frameworks for educational leadership in museums, emphasizing personalized and student-centered approaches. Projects include developing quality assurance tools for technology-enhanced learning in museums and bridging gaps between formal and informal education.

Through the Research Group Arts Education, she contributes to initiatives like podcasts, training courses, and educational tools. Her work highlights the need for museum administrators to adapt to evolving digital landscapes while maintaining pedagogical excellence.