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… 3 maart 2023 Zoekresultaten The Serre turned into a hive of activity as students from all faculties descended upon EDLAB to discuss the hot topic of ChatGPT. “What word comes to mind when you hear ChatGPT?” Anna-Lena Hoh from the University Library asked the enthusiastic crowd. Responses ranged from “blessing”, “empowerment” and “an … use ChatGPT safely and efficiently. “AI will not replace you; a person using AI will." Others entertained the idea of integrating or incorporating ChatGPT into existing courses: “It can be an excellent brainstorming tool when you don’t know where to start, or it can take care of menial tasks, freeing up time for students to contemplate more complex and interesting issues.” Students seemed keenly aware of the AI chatbox’s pitfalls, such as occasionally producing non-existent references and erroneous … However, these risks can also be the perfect opportunity to exercise the critical thinking skills that UM so strongly emphasises in its Problem-Based Learning system. The session ended with a word from Stefan Straetmans from the board of examiners at SBE, who explained that the university’s purpose is to safeguard the integrity of students’ degrees. “That may mean finding new ways to ensure that students meet their learning objectives or perhaps changing learning objectives altogether.” Adjustments …
… 23 juni 2023 Zoekresultaten The UM Education Days , arguably the most anticipated event of the year at EDLAB, gathered over 140 staff and students from across faculties on 7-8 June 2023 for two jam-packed days of conversation and discussion about education, technology, innovation, advising, tutoring, feedback, and much, much more. A report by EDLAB Student Assistant Munshya Mupela. As I stepped into the … One participant told me about the Master Thesis Supervision workshop they attended, saying, "It's not something I have to do now, but maybe in the future." Her remark showcased the continuing value of these workshops. During the "Improv(e) your Study Start" workshop, we learned to focus on 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, … 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 University Intranet. UM Education Days 2023 participant: "I know most of the presenters; whatever they produce – it's going to be quality." … The UM Education Days , arguably the most anticipated event of the year at EDLAB, …
… 11 oktober 2016 EDLAB Education Innovation Project: Education That Moves You Zoekresultaten Last Friday, the lecture hall of the Minderbroedersberg was filled for the inaugural speech of Hans Savelberg, an extraordinary professor and Director of Education in Biomedical Sciences at Maastricht University, who, just like EDLAB, is on a mission to improve education. "To see what is right and not … we preach. The first step is acquiring knowledge. Research has already shown that sitting less is healthier, enhances creativity, and improves collaboration. Now it's time to apply this existing knowledge to new projects, including the Healthy Elementary School of the Future , collaborative endeavours such as PHIT2LEARN , and brand-new research opportunities within the university. Future research will investigate the benefits observed in practice during Education That Moves You, including longer and more in-depth discussions, enhanced student learning, more effective use of whiteboards, and smoother group processes. It's time to understand why. As Savelberg concluded, we need to summon the courage to critically use recent and forthcoming knowledge, leading to significant new innovations. Go to EDLAB's Education That Moves You project page. If …
… explores how crucial trust is for effective Problem-Based Learning (PBL), even over brief periods. Drawing on her own experiences as both a student and a tutor, she discusses the challenges of building a collaborative learning environment when groups change frequently. The article encourages both students and educators to actively consider ways to create a more trusting and inclusive learning experience for everyone involved. Feeling lonely in PBL During my bachelor's programme at Maastricht University, it was customary for tutors and tutorial groups to switch every eight weeks. At first, I was delighted to meet new people from diverse backgrounds. However, this practice had an unintended consequence. Suddenly, I found myself feeling isolated on my academic journey. The intensive tutorial … my study experience, that had to do with working with my fellow students, as fellow learners. From student to student-tutor My perspective changed in my third year of studies when I was selected to become a student-tutor. I joined a small, tight-knit group of students who were all embarking on a similar journey. Our 18-hour training served as the foundation for our future collaboration. Our seasoned, experienced student-tutor peers became our mentors and friends, welcoming us into their existing …
… 25 november 2015 EDLAB Education Innovation Project: Education That Moves You Zoekresultaten A standing tutorial: is it healthier, better for group dynamics and learning? Experiments are being carried out at University College Maastricht and in the Maastricht Science Programme. “Sometimes I have classes from eight to half past six in the evening. Standing between sessions keeps me awake.” A tip: kick high-heeled shoes under the table. Seven students from the Maastricht Science Programme who have gathered this Thursday morning for a tutorial, will be talking about tropical ecology. Ordinary building: Minderbroedersberg 6. Ordinary classroom: square, four tables, eight chairs, and a whiteboard. A little on the boring side. Just before eleven, a few students have already dropped into chairs. Roy Erkens, lecturer and researcher, enters the room. He presses a … standing tables. The chairs serve as racks for coats and bags for the next two hours. It was Erkens who introduced the standing tutorial last year. “I sometimes spent hours teaching in one day, I became tired of sitting inactively. That is when I started standing up. Students did it too. The electrically adjustable desks are wonderful to work at, but in the beginning I just used a regular standing table . ” He points to a folding model resting against the wall. Of course I was a little …
The End of Sitting installation designed by architects RAAAF together with visual artist Barbara Visser, has moved to Maastricht and can now be experienced at Maastricht University’s UNS40 at the Randwyck faculty!
… In response, standing desks are being incorporated into work and educational environments. Recent research has demonstrated that standing workstations not only reduce health risks but also have a positive impact on emotional well-being. Prolonged sedentary time has long been linked to a lowered mood and signs of depression. Much of this is due to the limitations of sitting, which doesn't provide the variety of positions needed for a comfortable lifestyle. New research from Queensland University has …
… shown that each extra hour of sitting is associated with a 22% increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The health risks associated with prolonged sitting are becoming increasingly evident, and recent research has shown a connection between sedentary time and the development of type 2 diabetes. A study conducted by Julianne van der Berg and her colleagues at Maastricht University revealed that each additional hour of sitting is linked to a 22% increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. They collected data on participants' postures using accelerometers, which proved to be an effective way to assess sedentary behaviour. Using this data, the researchers calculated the daily time spent sitting, the number of breaks taken between sitting periods, and the duration of continuous sitting. Their findings indicated that participants with type 2 diabetes spent … a 22% increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. … A study by Julianne van der Berg and colleagues at Maastricht University has shown that each extra hour of sitting is associated with a 22% increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. … Sedentary time associated with type 2 diabetes …
With a growing body of research on the effectiveness of working while standing up, Fast Company summarised the main findings so far. Here are some key findings to convince you to stand up today.
… dedicated to enhancing the teaching or learning experience at Maastricht University. (H)appy! A little bit nervous, we sat by the mailbox on the deadline date, but one proposal after another dropped in. We received proposals from several faculties, including student, staff, and mixed teams. It's interesting to see the variety of ideas the teams came up with for designing the app, something they will be proud to present to you during our public events. From workshops to prototypes After … experience at Maastricht University. … Five teams have been selected to compete in the 2023 edition of the AppChallenge@UM dedicated to enhancing the teaching or learning experience at Maastricht University. We received proposals from several faculties and it's interesting to see the variety of ideas the teams came up with for designing the app! … 5 teams entering AppChallenge@UM 2023 …