Library Academy for lecturers: programme 2025

Discover the world of open educational resources (OERs) and how to use them efficiently in your education. In this session, we have invited teachers who have successfully integrated OERs into their course. You will hear about their use case can ask them all your questions regarding OERs. In addition, during this workshop you will be introduced to various databases and search engines where you can find valuable OERs and learn how to use them in your teaching.  

After completing this workshop:    

• you will know the main advantages and disadvantages for sharing and reusing OERs  
• you can find OERs in various databases and search engines  
• you will know how to share your own educational resources, and you will know some inspiring examples from colleagues 
• you know under what conditions you may reuse OERs  
• you will be aware of the most important national developments in this field 

Workshop provider(s) 
Linde Voorend & Kees van Gestel et al.

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, also in relation to GenAI. 

After completing this workshop: 

• you have a clear understanding of what constitutes disinformation  
• you know the most important criteria for critically assessing content (including GenAI content) 
• you have 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)
Harrie van der Meer & Kim Dibbets 

A preview of the new university library through a video and brief explanation of its significance for education. 

No classification or search system, or bibliographic database is neutral. What search results you or your students get and how they are sorted varies. The most widely used search engines and databases - Google Scholar, Web of Science, etc. - however, have an important commonality: they exhibit a strong bias toward English-language publications from large (read “Western”) publishers and highly regarded journals. This makes relevant but non-mainstream literature less likely to be found, such as non-English publications or work by authors not working in “Western Countries”. In this workshop, these biases will be addressed, as well as ways to perform inclusive searches in search engines and databases.   

 After completing this workshop: 

• you will know what is meant by diverse literature 
• you will have an understanding of the biases exhibited by the most used classification and search systems, and databases 
• you will know how to search more inclusively in these search engines and databases 
• you'll know what other ways there are to find non-mainstream literature 

Workshop provider(s)
Stefano Giani & Michèle Meijer 

University of Amsterdam
University Library - Singel
Potgieterszaal

Immerse yourself in the exciting world of digital media production during this interactive workshop. 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 can determine which best suits your educational goals and design 
• You know various platforms and can make podcasts accessible and discoverable so they can be seamlessly integrated into teaching 
• you can 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 AUS. 

Workshop provider(s)
Erik Boon and Joost Canters 

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 & 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 & Learning" 
• you will understand the different ways in which Object Based Teaching & 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 & 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
Linde Voorend

Small set-up showing some XR environments used in education.

Wondering how AI can take your video and audio creations to the next level? Join us for this short and interactive workshop! Learn about the latest tools that will help you quickly and easily create professional content that you can use in your classes. Whether you want to subtitle videos, enhance audio or even create your own avatar. This will be an inspiring session full of fun, practical tips and surprising possibilities! There will be lots of practice time and personal attention.  

After completing this workshop: 

• you understand how a language model works and you can choose the model that best suits what you want to achieve with it 
• you know how to make the best use of the model (ChatGPT, CoPilot or other) so that it acts as a valuable assistant in your work 

you have insight into the latest developments in the field of AI and discover which tools are relevant to your situation 

This workshop is organized in collaboration with the Centre of Teaching and Learning from the VU 

Workshop provider
Stephan Eltink

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
New University Building
VU Education Lab | NU 1A-25 

ChatGPT and other AI tools are in the spotlight. Curricula are being adapted to be “ChatGPT-proof,” and we are being flooded with 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, Semantic Scholar and SciSpace. 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)
Frans Westgeest & Harrie van der Meer 

This workshop is in English. 

Developments in AI are currently moving very quickly and are turning education upside down. There are new developments, tools, and ways of generating content that are both helping and hindering our capacity to deliver content and the way in which that content can be assessed. In this workshop you will learn how to check your assessment for AI resilience, get some strategies to help decide how to adjust your assessment and discuss creative options with your colleagues. Bring your own assessment and leave with some concrete steps toward an AI resilient assessment. 

After completing this workshop: 

• you will have a better understanding of how GenAI impacts your assessment  
• you will have a better understanding of how students use GenAI to complete assessments 
• you will have some strategies that you can apply to a number of different assessments  

Workshop provider(s)
Jacqui Edwards & Ivar Kolvoort  

A demonstration on how VR is being used in the Smart Health & Vitality Lab at Faculty of Health. 

Get inspired by the AI ​​Inspiration Wheel! In this interactive workshop, you will learn how this innovative tool can help you use teaching materials effectively. The AI ​​Inspiration Wheel connects learning outcomes to a subject-specific taxonomy and helps you make optimal use of AI when developing assignments and work forms. 

After completing this workshop: 

• you understand which type of learning materials best match specific learning objectives 
• you can apply these materials effectively within your educational design 
• you have gained new inspiration to apply AI when creating assignments and work forms 

The use of the AI Inspiration Wheel will be illustrated with an example from the subject area information literacy, linked to learning outcomes from the Information Literacy Edubadges framework. The method is widely applicable and suitable for reuse in other subject areas. All developed materials and insights are also shared via Edusources (search portal for learning materials) and Wikiwijs, so that they are widely available and can be further developed.

Workshop provider(s)
Sylvia Moes & Harrie van der Meer 

Raise your glass with new contacts to an inspiring and successful Library Academy 2025.

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
Jakoba Mulderhuis, room 00E03
Amstelcampus
Rhijnspoorplein 2
1091 GC Amsterdam