Online talk (Zoom)


With Pedro De Bruyckere

How often do we come across phrases like "Research says..." or "It has been proven that..."? Yet, this doesn't necessarily mean that what follows has been truly scientifically proven... In this talk, Pedro De Bruyckere will delve into what constitutes good science, how to identify it, and why we often fall for poorly substantiated or false claims.
At the end of this talk, you will be able to equip yourself against nonsense and debunk various educational and scientific myths!

Pedro De Bruyckere

Arteveldehogeschool - Utrecht University

Pedro De Bruyckere is an educational specialist and self-proclaimed addict to popular culture. Pedro conducts research on authenticity in education at the Arteveldehogeschool and Utrecht University. With his books and talks, as well as through his infectious enthusiasm and humor, Pedro has debunked various educational myths explaining the biggest trends to provide specific tips for all those who deal with young people. Through his translation and editing of "When can you Trust the Experts" by Daniel Willingham, Pedro concluded on how little we truly know, emphasizing the importance of gearing up against misinformation.

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