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Academic Labs

The VU participates in several Academic Labs . These are partnerships between academic institutions, (public) organisations and governments.

MultipleLearning pathway/minor

The VU participates in several Academic Labs. These are partnerships between academic institutions, (public) organisations and governments. The academic labs focus on cooperation between practice, research, education and policy. The aim is to increase the societal impact of scientific knowledge.

It is possible for students to carry out an assignment or final project within an academic lab. These involve issues from society, which students tackle with an academic approach. In doing so, they are guided by scientists involved in the academic labs. These final projects focus on translating the academic world to society.

See also:  Project-based learning,  Challenge Based Learning, ‘ Multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, transdisciplinary education‘.

See also: Self reflection, Stakeholder interview, Advice or policy report, Research report, Excursion, Company visit.

See also: Community Service Learning at VU Amsterdam.

Design principles

Assessment integral part of the learning process
Assessment stimulates ownership
Assessment prepares for role in society
Programme specific skills in applying knowledge and understandingOpen MindInterpersonal skillsOral communicationWritten communicationOwn reflexive attitude and responsibility in societyResponsible for own study career and study successUp to twenty fiveUp to fiftyIndividualSmall group (2-4 pers)