De Onderzoekerij was founded in 2007 by Esther Poort and Annemarie Venemans as a research agency in the public sector. Over time, we have shifted our focus, and De Onderzoekerij is now specialised in issues related to quality in education.
Through our role as secretaries in educational and research assessments, we have had the opportunity to gain insights into the workings of dozens of academic programmes and research projects over the years. We are eager to apply this broad knowledge and experience on the ‘ other side ’ of the table. For example, we provide support in the preparation for assessments, and we use this knowledge to advise our clients on educational issues and innovations.
Our advice is as much as possible based on available (scientific) knowledge and practical experience. With our research background, we are also capable of conducting our own research to support our recommendations.
De Onderzoekerij is committed to a personal and flexible approach to every project. We can manage an evaluation or advisory process from A to Z, or we can be engaged as a consultant or advisor for an ongoing project.
De Onderzoekerij participates in professional development meetings organized by the NVAO and regularly consults with the NVAO. Additionally, we take part in various peer review groups, including one with NVAO-certified secretaries and another with experts in research assessments.