Donna Carroll

Donna Carroll is the Senior Coordinator of Professional Development for Teaching & Learning at Maastricht University.24 She is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating innovative training activities for staff involved in teaching and learning at the university.4

Donna has a diverse background in academia:

• She holds a PhD in Experimental Physics from the University of Warwick, completed in 2008.4
• Previously, she worked as a Senior Lecturer in Physics at Maastricht University from 2013 to 2018.4
• She has experience as an Assessment Expert and Confidential Advisor at Maastricht University.4

In her current role, Donna:

• Designs and delivers workshops on topics such as Problem-based Learning (PBL), assessment, and intercultural communication in educational settings.14
• Develops new programmes for training and networking specifically for teaching staff.1
• Oversees a full programme of training activities to ensure university teaching staff are equipped to foster effective learning experiences for students.2

Donna is also known for creating "Cards Against Pedagogy," an innovative card game designed to help educators reflect on their teaching practices.35 This game has been made available as an Open Educational Resource, demonstrating her commitment to sharing knowledge and fostering collaboration in education.5