Supervising student research projects can be a complex and nuanced task. The study of Vereijken et al. (2018) delves into the concept of ‘teacher noticing’ and how novice supervisors navigate the challenges of guiding students through their research journeys. This Journal Club we will explore how supervisors’ practices and dilemmas can shape student learning experiences. By examining supervisors’ reflections on their interactions with students, the article provides valuable insights into the pedagogical choices and dilemmas faced in supervision.

Would you like to reflect on the findings of this study and contribute ideas about their relevance for both supervisory and teaching practices? Then sign up for the second SoTL Journal Club on 2 December 2025.

The event is organised by SIG Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) in REC: A2.13. Entry is free and it will be held in English.

What is the SoTL Journal Club?

The SoTL Journal Club is open to anyone with an interest in education, whether you are an experienced teacher, just starting out, or working in an educational support role. No prior knowledge of SoTL, educational research, or other evidence-informed approaches to teaching is required or expected. All that is needed is curiosity and a willingness to reflect together on teaching and learning. We particularly aim to bring together colleagues from different disciplines, as we believe diverse perspectives make the discussions richer and more inspiring.

For this session we particularly welcome teachers who want to experiment with new ways of involving students in shaping their learning experience. If you are interested in making small but meaningful changes to your teaching, this session is for you!

Details

Event		SoTL Journal Club: How teacher ‘noticing’ provide in-depth insights into supervisors’ practices
Date & Time		Tuesday 2 December 2025, 12:00-13:00
Location		REC A2.13
Speakers		René Glastra van Loon en Svenne Groeneweg
Language		English
Preparation		If you have read this article beforehand the conversation will be most fruitful!

Programme

During this session, we will proceed on the basis of “Novice supervisors’ practices and dilemmatics pace in supervision of student research projects” (Vereijken et al., 2018).

Together, we will

Reflect together on the study’s findings and their relevance for supervision practices as well as teaching practices.
Discuss the concept of ‘teacher noticing’ and its impact on student learning and development.
Explore the dilemmas and challenges supervisors encounter and how they address them.
Consider how we might implement strategies to enhance our supervision practices and support student learning.
Exchange ideas on how we might design similar SoTL research projects to deepen our understanding and contribute to the wider teaching and learning community.

This promises to be a lively and engaging discussion, opening up new perspectives on supervising student research projects!

Learning Objectives of the SoTL Journal Club

By joining the SoTL Journal Club, you can

deepen your understanding of teaching and learning,
explore new perspectives and approaches, and
connect with other colleagues who are passionate about education.
spark ideas that you can apply directly in your own practice or use as inspiration for future projects.

For who?

By who?

The Journal Club is organized by René Glastra van Loon and Svenne Groeneweg, co-coordinators of the Special Interest Group SoTL.

René works as a didactical advisor and trainer at the Teaching and Learning Centre (TLC). He specializes in fostering an inquiry-based attitude among teachers and is a former participant of the Education Research Fellows program, which supports UvA faculty in setting up and conducting their own SoTL projects.

Svenne focuses on SoTL both in her PhD research and in her work at the TLC. Her research centers on supporting university teachers in systematically reflecting on and improving their educational practices, as well as studying the impact and development of SoTL initiatives more broadly. Through her work at the TLC she is also involved in the design and organization of the Education Research Fellows program.