Library Academy for lecturers: programme 2024

Immerse yourself in the exciting world of digital media production during our interactive workshop: "Getting Started with Podcasts"! Discover how to convey your message in a catchy way using podcasts. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn the essential skills and techniques to create catchy content.

After completing this workshop:

• You know versatile podcasting options and are able to determine which best suits your educational goals and design
• You know various platforms and are able to make podcasts accessible and discoverable so they can be seamlessly integrated into teaching
• you are able to effectively prepare content for podcasts, or work independently to create them
• You understand the nuances between different podcast formats and know how to use them to achieve both basic and advanced learning objectives

During this workshop, we'll provide an overview of various podcast formats and give you assignments to tailor them to your specific teaching goals. You will leave the workshop with the skills and confidence to independently create engaging podcasts and use them effectively in your teaching practice.

Lecturers from the AUAS and UvA who wish to use facilities for recording podcasts after the workshop at the VU can also do so at the UvA and AUAS. Please inquire about this with the workshop instructors.

Workshop provider(s)
Erik Boon and Arnout Probst

How can we create deeper learning experiences, acquire skills and cover complex topics by using objects? In this session, you will experience the power of Object Based Teaching and Learning (OBTL). By trying it yourself, you will learn how to deeply engage students with the information you want to convey through detailed observation of and multi-sensory interaction with objects. We reflect on the many applications of OBTL and cover some concrete tools to get started.

After completing this workshop:

• you will have a clear understanding of the concept of "Object Based Teaching and Learning"
• you will understand the different ways in which Object Based Teaching and Learning can be used to provide students with a richer learning experience
• you will have an idea of how the library provides support in implementing Object Based Teaching and Learning
• you will be aware of the heritage objects that the library owns and how you can use them in your education

This workshop provides valuable insights and practical support to integrate the use of heritage objects into your teaching practice. OBTL is suitable for all disciplines and programs.

Workshop provider(s)
Anouk Nuijten, Kim Dibbets and Linde Voorend

During the lunch break, you are very welcome for a guided tour of the current exhibition Life of Plants in the VU ART SCIENCE gallery.

Do you want to enrich your education and are you looking for new opportunities? In this workshop you will be introduced to 3D printing for use in education and how both 3D printed models and the 3D printing process can contribute to learning objectives and learning activities. Based on successful examples of objects integrated into VU educational design, this session provides a solid foundation to get started.

After completing this workshop:

• you know the added value of 3D prints for educational purposes
• you know the added value of maker education and the role that 3D printers can play in this
• you have discovered how these technologies can contribute to your specific educational practice and you will learn how the university library supports you in this
• you know what equipment is available and what the technical options are for using 3D prints

[Immerse yourself in the world of 3D printing and discover how this innovative tool can enrich your education.]

Teachers from the AUAS and UvA who participate in this workshop can also gain access to the 3D printing facilities of the VU after the workshop (in consultation with the workshop instructor and based on availability).

Workshop provider
Linde Voorend

VU Education Lab, NU 1A-25
New University Building
De Boelelaan 1111

Discover the world of open educational resources and how you can use them efficiently in your educational practice. By reusing open educational resources you can not only save time, but also enrich your education and discover the added value of collaboration between institutions. During this workshop you will be introduced to various databases and search engines in which you can find valuable open educational resources and you will learn how to use them in your education.

After completing this workshop:

• you know the most important advantages and disadvantages for sharing and reusing open educational resources
• you can find open educational resources in various databases and search engines
• you know how to share your own teaching materials
• you know under what conditions you can reuse open educational resources
• you can assess open educational resources for quality
• you are aware of the most important national developments in this area

Workshop provider(s)
Harrie van der Meer and Linde Voorend

How do you put together an optimal mix of teaching materials? An optimal mix of learning materials often involves not only closed but also open materials. Both tailored to lower and higher order learning objectives. In this workshop you will learn how to achieve an optimal mix as easily as possible. A useful selection tool is also discussed.

After completing this workshop:

• you know which learning materials are related to lower to higher order learning objectives
• you have access to an online interactive selection tool to integrate learning materials into education, based on scientific publications
• you know where you can find various forms of (open) content
• you will receive support in how you can integrate these learning materials into your current education (design)

Workshop provider
Sylvia Moes

What role does education play in combating disinformation? How can you, as a teacher, help students to be critical global citizens? From a critical examination of the concept of 'truth' we explore themes such as bias and censorship. And how you can have a good conversation about this in your class. We also share valuable tips for recognizing disinformation.

After completing this workshop:

• you have a clear understanding of what constitutes disinformation and the key criteria for assessing it
• you have gained a better insight into various aspects of disinformation, including the role that your confirmation bias can play
• you have gained inspiration for possible applications in your education
  
  Workshop provider(s)
  Kim Dibbets and Harrie van der Meer

Jakoba Mulder Building, Room 00E03
Amstel Campus
Rhijnspoorplein 2

How can you provide personal feedback in large-scale education? The answer is IGuideME, an innovative tool that provides individual and targeted feedback to students and teachers within large-scale educational environments. Discover how IGuideME helps you communicate more effectively, improve student performance and support the learning process.

After completing this workshop:

• you understand the concept and operation of IGuideME as a means for personalized feedback in large-scale education
• you are able to assess how IGuideME can enrich your teaching practice and improve students' learning experience
• you have insight into the support available to successfully implement IGuideME within your educational context
• you know how to use IGuideME to provide students with valuable feedback that helps them in their learning process

Workshop provider(s)
Erwin van Vliet and Sylvia Moes

ChatGPT and other AI tools are in the spotlight. Curricula are being adapted to be “ChatGPT-proof,” and we are being flooded with useful AI tools. These are not only useful, but also raise questions about ethics and the consequences for student learning.

In this workshop you will work with various AI tools that can be used in literature research, such as ChatGPT, Elicit, Perplexity and Semantic Scholar. You will learn how you and your students can use these tools effectively, and there will be room for discussion about the benefits and risks of using them.

After completing this workshop:

• You are able to apply various AI tools in searching for literature and research materials
• You can formulate prompts effectively to obtain the right information
• You can make a well-considered assessment of the ethical use of AI tools in education

The workshop consists of a demonstration, a number of practical exercises and a discussion about the possibilities and risks of AI tools.

Workshop provider(s)
Harrie van der Meer and Kim Dibbets

Developments in AI are currently moving very quickly and are turning education upside down. They influence not only educational content, but also the way in which that content is conveyed. In this workshop you will learn how to adapt didactics to AI developments. You will also discover how AI technologies offer new opportunities to develop effective educational practices.

After completing this workshop:

• you have insight into he changing dynamics between AI and testing in higher education
• you have insight into the changing dynamics between AI and didactic working methods in higher education
• you have concrete ideas and practical guidelines to adapt teaching methods to AI developments?
• you are familiar with the challenges and ethical considerations associated with the use of AI in education and do you have tools to deal with them

[Discover how AI-enabled innovations are shaping the future of education and how you can adapt your teaching methods to these emerging developments.]

Workshop provider(s)
Jacqui Edwards; Ivar Kolvoort

Get more out of your texts, get to know text mining! With Voyant Tools you can perform various digital analyzes on texts without having to code. Discover connections and trends and be surprised by new insights.

After completing this workshop:

• you know the basic principles of text mining
• know how to effectively use Voyant to explore and analyze texts and text corpora
• you are familiar with applications of Voyant in various fields, such as language and literature, history and social sciences

Workshop provider
Alice Doek

University Library, Potgieterzaal
Singel 425