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In our blog, we regularly publish articles, opinion pieces, good practices and much more on the future of academic education. Would you also like to publish something with us? Then contact us at kommunikation@hochschulforum.org.

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Experiences and insights into the development of an IT infrastructure for learning and teaching in the university alliance “Unite!”

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Experiences and insights into the development of an IT infrastructure for learning and teaching in the university alliance “Unite!”

The university alliance Unite! has been promoting student mobility since 2019 with the creation of various IT platforms. A comprehensive review by Martin Ebner and Sandra Schön (both from Graz University of Technology) provides interesting insights into the current challenges of setting up a shared IT infrastructure for learning and teaching - and also mentions cross-case insights and solutions.

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Sandra Schön, Martin Ebner
18.11.24

Exchange of practical experience with digital teaching as a prerequisite for sustainability. The Digital Learning Map.

Exchange of practical experience with digital teaching as a prerequisite for sustainability. The Digital Learning Map.

“The aim is to promote the exchange of practical knowledge across university boundaries.” This is a success factor for sustainability. Johannes Moskaliuk, Bianca Diller and Elke Kümmel from the Leibniz Institute for Knowledge Media in Thübingen in the guest article. This article has already been published in: Synergy. Specialist magazine for digitization in teaching #07, […]

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Johannes Moskaliuk, Elke Kümmel, Bianca Diller
31.07.19

Exams in the Pandemic: Online Proctoring Is No Solution

Exams in the Pandemic: Online Proctoring Is No Solution

Students at German universities are in the middle of the third examination phase during the pandemic – and many universities are still ill-prepared for it. In the following, Leonie Ackermann explains why online proctoring is (still) not a good idea and at the same time gives an insight into the technical functioning of common service […]

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Leonie Ackermann
12.03.21
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European Digital Micro-Credentials – A Strategic Direction for German Higher Educational Institutions

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European Digital Micro-Credentials – A Strategic Direction for German Higher Educational Institutions

Digital credentials in general, and micro-credentials more narrowly, are increasingly vital, trusted tools for higher education institutions as they adapt to the demands of life-long learners and the evolving labour market. Their implementation is proving to be advantageous in learning recognition, student mobility, employability, and institutional efficiency. To understand the terminology and state of play at a European level, and how European Digital Credentials for Learning (EDC) can provide a framework for enhancing educational offerings for German Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), we contacted Ildiko Mazar and Kia Likitalo from the European Learning Model (ELM) Support team.

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Ildiko Mazar, Kia Likitalo
25.02.25

Empowering Learning Through Formative Peer- and Self-Assessment

Empowering Learning Through Formative Peer- and Self-Assessment

A common problem in traditional education is that students are passive recipients of feedback. Prof. Steve Joordens explains in this blog article how peer- and self-assessment can make students active participants in the evaluation process. This can turn assessments into an opportunity for reflection and skill development. It also helps students to develop critical thinking and self-awareness, ultimately leading to more meaningful learning.

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Steve Joordens
10.04.25

Embracing the Future at U:FF

Embracing the Future at U:FF

An exciting line-up of thought-provoking panels and talks showcased at the University:Future Festival 2023 will explore the innovative approaches that are shaping the future of higher education today. In the following, HFD’s own Channa van der Brug walks you through some of the most anticipated English language sessions of the festival. With a diverse range of […]

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Channa van der Brug
19.04.23
Sharepic for international sessions at U:FF 2023, Text: University:Future Festival 2023 I 26.04. - 28.04.2023,BLOG POST,EMBRACING THE FUTURE: A sneak-peak into some of the most anticipated English language sessions!, By Channa van der Brug; the logos of the HFD and StiL are pictured in the lower right-hand corner, the U:FF logo is displayed in the upper left corner

Educational Technologies – We Need to Relearn How to Ride a Bike.

Educational Technologies – We Need to Relearn How to Ride a Bike.

The use of technology in teaching should help to prepare content in a target-group oriented way and to use the high affinity of students towards new media and digital content. It is often overlooked that the integration of new technologies also implies changing demands on students and lecturers. Students who are to develop their own […]

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Luiza Hoxhaj, Dr. Bernd Schenk
13.12.19

Education-Tools – Special rates for educational offers due to Corona-Pandemic

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Education-Tools – Special rates for educational offers due to Corona-Pandemic

Due to COVID-19, it will not be possible to start operations at the universities in the usual form for the winter semester either. Up to now, the switch to digital teaching has sometimes worked better and sometimes worse. One thing is certain, however: it happened at a speed that would not have been possible under […]

Philipp Kürten
15.12.20
Anbieter verschiedener Online-Services bieten aufgrund der Coronakriese vorläufige Gratisoptionen an.

Editor’s Pick: Five Highlights at the University:Future Festival 2025

Editor’s Pick: Five Highlights at the University:Future Festival 2025

Rasmus works at the Stifterverband and the European Digital Education Hub – and shares what he is particularly looking forward to at the University:Future Festival 2025. From AI in education to interoperability and setting the course for education policy: For him, there is plenty of future potential in the program – and the best conversations start during the coffee break.

Rasmus Benke-Aberg
16.04.25

Editor’s Pick: 5 Must-see Keynotes in English at the University:Future Festival 2024

Editor’s Pick: 5 Must-see Keynotes in English at the University:Future Festival 2024

The University:Future Festival (U:FF) provides such an opportunity for critical reflection, sharing of best practice and key insights into what's working at the cutting edge by bringing together educators, staff and students, as well as policy makers from across Germany and Europe. To broaden your perspective, here are my 5 must-see keynotes in English from the festival's stellar line-up:

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Channa van der Brug
29.05.24
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