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In order to secure the prosperity that the Netherlands has built for the future, our knowledge economy is of great importance. While the Netherlands is currently a global player in the field of innovation, this position is fragile due to international competition and challenges within the country on various fronts. To ensure a skilled workforce for the knowledge economy in the future, it is essential that the Netherlands has a sufficient number of well-educated technicians. Especially when considering the (upcoming) issues related to an ageing population, proactive policy measures need to be taken to address these impending shortages.
The Teacher Academy programme is an example of implementing such policy, aimed at strengthening the connection between education and the business sector to enhance the attractiveness of education for both students and teachers. A pilot of this programme will commence in the 2014-2015 school year. This pilot will be evaluated through an initial assessment (September/October 2014) and a follow-up assessment (May/June 2015). The findings from this evaluation will be used to adjust the programme, if necessary, and/or modify aspects of the arrangement.
