Networking workshop

Since June 2023, we have been holding workshops and networking events several times a year for all interested faculty and students in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. The goal is to explore new topics and delve deeper into familiar ones related to digital teaching, discover suitable tools, hear experience reports and informative insights from experts and colleagues, and engage in dialogue with other dedicated and interested participants in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Each event and its accompanying newsletter focuses on a specific theme within digital teaching.

Next networking meeting:

AI in Teaching – Potential, Challenges, and Teaching Practice in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering

June 29, 2026 | 1:00 PM | BEY E-40 and online

Anyone working in teaching today can hardly avoid engaging with artificial intelligence. However, with numerous offerings, new tools, and guidelines that are still not well-defined, it is often difficult to find one’s bearings. This networking event therefore approaches the topic not in the abstract, but from the perspective of the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Using concrete examples, opportunities, challenges, and practical applications for university teaching will be presented and discussed together.

The event will be held in a hybrid format. Feel free to join us online:
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Program:

1:00–2:00 PM: Presentations & Q&A sessions
2:00–3:00 PM: Discussion & Individual Exchange

• Ghostwriter or Critical Friend? Insights from the new guide on using AI in academic papers for geography students
  Ariane Schneider, Digital Teaching Team

• AI Applications in Visual Communication (Vibe Coding, 3D AI, Image AI)
  Hanna Griepentrog, Chair of Architectural Delineation

• Use of Large Language Models (LLM) in the Introductory Lecture on Transportation Telematics
  Paul Schwarzbach, Chair of Information Technology for Transportation Systems

Registration for the networking event is not required. You are also welcome to drop by for part of the event. We look forward to seeing you there!

Review and Summaries

Here you will find a review, the slide decks, and summaries of past events.

Workshop: Lifelong Learning
March 24, 2026

Lifelong learning expands the traditional target group of first-year students. For teaching, this opens up new possibilities but also raises uncertainties regarding requirements, implementation, or funding. The workshop provides a space for discussion and explores perspectives
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Workshop: Problem-Based Learning
November 7, 2025

Problem-based learning fosters critical thinking, personal responsibility, and teamwork. The workshop will present practical methods for how complex questions can stimulate the learning process and promote sustainable skills.
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Workshop: Higher Education Meets XR
May 9, 2025

Virtual and Augmented Reality (XR) open up unimagined possibilities for educators. Students can experiment with hazardous substances in virtual labs, experience simulations of complex processes, or go on virtual field trips—all without the limitations of a lecture hall.
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Workshop: Engagement and Audience Response Systems
January 31, 2025

Active student participation in the course ensures their learning success, but often falls short due to students’ lack of willingness or the teaching methods used.
Engaging teaching methods and the use of audience response systems can help address this issue.
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Workshop: Digital Exams
September 30, 2024

Digital exams offer numerous advantages over conventional exams, but there are also concerns about technical issues. This workshop will explain tips and tricks, share valuable experiences from instructors, and address uncertainties regarding exam regulations related to digital exams.
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Workshop: Agile Teaching Concepts
April 26, 2024

Agile teaching concepts enable instruction to be designed in a dynamic and adaptable way to meet ever-changing demands. Here you’ll gain insights and practical tips for implementing agile concepts, flipped classroom methods, and tools in various teaching scenarios.
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Gamification Workshop
January 26, 2024

Gamification has proven to be an effective strategy for increasing student engagement. By integrating game elements and mechanics, dynamic, interactive environments can be created that not only capture students’ attention but also contribute to a more enjoyable learning experience.
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Open Educational Resources Workshop
November 3, 2023

Open Educational Resources (OER) can help you if you need materials for your lecture, assignments for your class, or self-assessments for self-study. But where do you find them, how do you use them, and is it even legally okay?
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Workshop onInteractive Teaching Materials
June 8, 2023

Interactive elements enhance teaching and help students practice and reinforce the material. Four instructors will present their concepts incorporating interactive elements. Afterward, participants can exchange tips and tricks individually.
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... and here are a few kind words from our visitors:

Feedback from Participants

Here are some statements from instructors who attended our networking workshops:

• "Just a two-hour workshop, and yet I learned so much. I’ll use the inspiration and contacts in my teaching going forward."
• "It was a very interesting event. I gathered some ideas and tips that I’ll incorporate. The opportunity to exchange ideas afterward is great."
• "Keep up the good work! The meetings are meaningful and fun."
• "I learned a lot of new things in today’s workshop—thank you very much!"