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… criteria Why get involved? First, you may want to tackle a (societal) challenge that you feel is in desperate need of a solution. Second, you will learn what it is like to run a project as part of a student team and contribute to the learning experience of other UM students. Please note that you can receive both financial and organisational support while running your project. Finally, you might enjoy meeting like-minded members of the UM community with similar interests. Sharing knowledge …
… on 17 April 2024, Therese Grohnert (SBE), Wilfred van Dellen (FSE/UCM), Nynke van den Akker (FHML), Levin Stein (FASoS), and Eliza de Sousa Fernandez Perna (FPN), presented their understanding of the intersection of mentoring and teaching and shared experiences from their respective faculties. Teach-Meet: Teaching and Mentoring Similarities and differences Anyone can be a mentor While we often think of mentoring as a formal activity, such as academic advising or a coaching trajectory, mentoring … of students involved (individual or group) and whether the focus is to acquire knowledge or skills. Each corner of the grid comes with its own formats and roles, but Therese places mentoring in the middle. "It's the most flexible teaching role I have experienced," she explained. As a seasoned academic advisor, she has gained experience in guiding students on their academic journey and helping them realise their career aspirations. As a teacher, she has seen the relevance of all kinds of formal learning activities. But the most valuable and critical may be that informal …
… and Innovation.' Out of 29 projects, the AppChallenge@UM 2023 was listed as one of the 13 nominees for the award, in the Agile category. The AppChallenge@UM 2023 project called on the UM community to create an app enhancing the teaching or learning experience at Maastricht University. On 22 November, Daniëlle Zijlstra, Nils Keesmekers, and Sid Penders emerged as the winners with their app proposal, MomentUM. Their smartphone app aims to assist students in working with SMART goals and provide … organisations. Out of 29 projects, the AppChallenge@UM 2023 was listed as one of the 13 nominees for the award, in the Agile category. The AppChallenge@UM 2023 project called on the UM community to create an app enhancing the teaching or learning experience at Maastricht Universit "The UM Lean & Agile award is definitely a boost for the next step: bringing the prototype of the MomentUM app to the next level of a real working app," said Perry Heymann. Congratulations to the AppChallenge@UM team …
… and healthcare studies With this proposal, we want to develop one full clinical VR scenario of a common disease (gallstone disease). With both 360 video and 2D video all put together in one VR ‘bubble,’ we provide students with a real clinical experience that can be used in problem-based learning. Martina Paric (FHML) Co-creating a guideline for the responsible use of Generative AI in thesis trajectories Generative AI (GAI) is a transformative educational resource, but its implementation …
… the educational value of this exercise was that people actually learned a way to see their challenges as opportunities for creation. I realised that blending a fun activity with problem-solving could spark artistic expression and lead to a creative experience. This was a valuable lesson for me.” Photo impression: Enthusiastic participants "moss-mapping" their education Vorige dia Volgende dia Finding beauty in adversity Burak highlighted the workshop’s unconventional yet effective approach: “As …
… on the latest technological advancements and their applications, swiftly meandering through topics such as the evolution of AI, its potential and risks. She demonstrated how an AI technology such as ChatGPT can enhance individualised learning experiences by customising content and support to meet the specific needs of students. "Technology can be a powerful tool for improving the teaching and assessment processes," she said. "AI-driven tools that offer immediate feedback to students have … attendees engaged in informal conversations about the impact of AI in higher education. It wasn’t a one-way exchange but a lively sharing of perspectives. Participants reflected on the lecture’s key insights and how these related to their own teaching experiences. Educators shared their encounters with AI, voiced their concerns, and explored the boundless possibilities brought forth by Web 4.0. Many participants seemed to concur that AI is an invaluable ally for educators, capable of addressing some …
… throughout the evening with the help of “Curious Minds”, a game developed by the Faculty of Psychology and Neuroscience. Students asked each other thought-provoking questions that were written on a card and connected their answers to their university experience. When asked, “What did you learn today?” a third-year student shared her conversation with a student who recently started doing her programme. She was fascinated by the improvements made to the curriculum in just a couple of years. This …
… meeting. This marked the first two-day meeting since the network's launch 1.5 years ago. The network was established to foster collaboration and exploration of educational themes, providing Dutch CTLs with a platform to share their knowledge and experiences. CTLs hold a pivotal role in the National Growth Fund programme (NPULS) , contributing to the ongoing professionalisation and development of teachers and educators. During the meeting, discussions centred around the exchange of ideas …
… what is strong instead of what is wrong in any situation, especially at university. Later, the Sense-Based Education Workshop posed a seemingly peculiar question: "What does your teaching smell like?" Indeed, these days were filled with a multitude of experiences that go beyond words. You just had to be there. And next year, you can be! By Munshya Mupela, Student Assistant at EDLAB UM Education Days Presentations The workshop presentations are available in the EDLAB group on the Maastricht …