Joris Vlieghe is a Senior Lecturer at the KU Leuven , Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Department of Education, Culture and Society (OE). He actively contributes to research through his work in the DigiSoc – KU Leuven Institute for Digital Society and LIVO – KU Leuven Institute for Educational Research . His interdisciplinary research bridges educational philosophy, digital studies, and socio-material theory. Academic Appointments : Senior Lecturer (2024), Promotor for multiple projects Research Focus : Explores intersections between educational philosophy, technology, climate crisis, and sensory learning. Recent research includes projects like "Education of the Senses" (2024-2025) and "Digital Umgang and The Loss of a Common World" (2024). His publications examine postphenomenology, STEAM education, and critical pedagogy in digital and ecological contexts. Teaching involves courses on: Philosophy of Education Educational Theory STEAM Pedagogy Socio-material Approaches
Bruno De Lièvre is the Head of the Department of Educational and Digital Engineering at the University of Mons, within the Faculty of Psychology, Education and Training (FPSE). He teaches in the fields of Pedagogy and Didactics for the basic training of FPSE students, with specialized courses on the use of Information and Communication Technologies offered at the Master's level in Educational Sciences. Professor De Lièvre's research focuses on the dynamic intersection of pedagogy and technology in educational settings. His work examines how technological tools interact with pedagogical methods to create effective learning environments: E-learning and digital learning platforms Social networks in educational contexts MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses) Mobile learning (m-learning) Distance learning methodologies Digital portfolios and assessment tools Use of digital tablets and interactive whiteboards in classrooms His research recognizes Educational Technology as a field in constant evolution, driven by increasingly advanced technologies that transform educational practices. Professor De Lièvre examines the entire continuum from development to analysis of technopedagogical devices, determining optimal conditions for effective learning while addressing how technological advancements influence collaborative activities, remote work, peer-evaluation, and ubiquitous learning environments.
Mieke Stevens is the Unit Head for Education Coordination in Biomedical Sciences at Ghent University. She holds a PhD in Veterinary Sciences (2012) from Ghent University's Department of Comparative Physiology and Biometrics, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, and a Master's in Biomedical Sciences from the same institution. Her research focuses on lactation physiology, innate immune systems, and comparative physiology, with particular emphasis on bovine neutrophils and inflammatory mediators. Since 2015, she has been a voluntary collaborator at the Department of Comparative Physiology and Biometrics, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. Her work bridges veterinary science and public health, emphasizing One Health approaches. She has contributed to peer-reviewed articles on topics ranging from Salmonella contamination in poultry to tropical animal health education programs. Stevens is actively involved in educational innovation, including designing cross-continental online master's programs in tropical animal health. Her research and teaching emphasize global health challenges and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Laurence Dumortier is a Researcher at the University of Namur working in the ICT unit of the Education and Technology Department since 2003. With a doctorate in mathematics (1998) from FUNDP (now University of Namur), they transitioned from the mathematics department (1992-2000) to focus on educational technology. Their primary role involves assisting faculty teachers with technology integration in teaching through advising, support, and training. Areas of expertise include administration of the WebCampus distance learning platform (established in 2003), IT implementation of student teaching evaluation, optical reading services for exams, development of dynamic educational websites in PHP-MySQL, and creation of multimedia training products using Adobe Director. Their educational background includes a Bachelor's degree and AESS in mathematical sciences (1991), and a Doctorate in mathematics (1998), all from FUNDP. Research interests focus on comparative studies between online and traditional teaching methodologies, particularly in specialized fields like radiological anatomy. Their recent work examines whether online teaching can effectively replace conventional on-site instruction in veterinary medical education. They've also developed tools like CoBRA for bilingual legal text reading and various language learning resources. Their publication trends show a consistent focus on educational technology applications, with recent work emphasizing randomized controlled studies comparing teaching modalities, interactive multimedia for language learning, and digital tools for specialized disciplines. Their research bridges technology implementation with pedagogical effectiveness. Best Contribution Award - Moodlemoot 2018 (awarded twice) Laurence Dumortier actively participates in academic technology conferences and events, particularly Moodle-related forums. They've organized and spoken at the Belgian Moodle Administrators Day events and the SETT Exhibition on teaching with new technologies. Their work involves collaborative projects with faculty across disciplines to develop adaptive language placement tests and other educational technology solutions. They lead development of platforms like WebCampus and specialized educational websites (CoBRA, Sociolog, Physics QCM), working within teams focused on implementing technology-enhanced learning solutions across the university.
Guillaume Mele is a Assistant Professor at the Department of Education and Technology (DET) at the University of Namur. With a Master's degree in Educational Sciences specializing in educational psychology and a Primary School Teacher Diploma, he focuses on educational innovation through Information and Communication Technologies (ICT). Expertise : Specialized Teaching, Differentiation of Learning, Remediation Technologies, MOOC Design Projects : PUNCH 3.0 (Formative Evaluation), MOOC: Visez la réussite (Student Success), REMEDIATIC (Digital Remediation Platforms) His research spans the automation of learning, pedagogical architecture design, and the development of diagnostic tools for mathematics, French, and foreign languages at primary, secondary, and higher education levels. He also serves as a pedagogical administrator for the university's LMS and contributes to technopedagogical design for MOOCs. Scientific Awards : No specific awards mentioned.
