[publication] A multilingual OER MOOC: A case study on production and usage in a university cooperation #KI #tugraz #research

This is an impactful contributions, methodological rigor, and exceptional novelty in the research field of AI in education.

Our publication about our OER-MOOC titled „A multilingual OER MOOC: A case study on production and usage in a university cooperation“ is now published.

Abstract:
This paper investigates the processes, outcomes, and impact of the Unite! OER Courses Project, a cross-university initiative aimed at promoting Open Educational Resources (OER) across nine European higher education institutions. Aligned with UNESCO’s OER recommendations and the Open Science movement, the project sought to enhance accessibility to high-quality educational materials and foster digital competencies among both educators and students. The research adopts a qualitative case study approach, leveraging project reports and feedback from partners. Through the development of a multilingual massive open online course (MOOC) and an international OER course, the project addressed several core goals, including support for Open Science competencies and the advancement of digital literacy across Europe. The MOOC, launched in May 2024, attracted over 1,400 participants, exceeding initial targets and demonstrating the growing demand for accessible OER content. Furthermore, capacity-building workshops aimed at educators provided training on how to incorporate OER. Initial findings indicate that the project successfully developed and disseminated several OER materials, including a multilingual MOOC and additional resources translated into Turkish, Indonesian, and Arabic. The project also fostered capacity-building among partner institutions, enabling broader engagement with OER practices. Participants in the MOOC and related activities have also reported a significant increase in their competencies regarding OER and Open Science. This study underscores the value of cross-institutional collaboration and the potential of OER to enhance radical creativity, educational accessibility, and innovation in higher education.

[article @ ResearchGate]
[article @ Journal’s Homepage]

Reference: Schön, S., Ebner, M., Hohla-Sejkora, K., Keller, E., Rapp, A., Ribeiro, M. H., Segradin, R., & Vicente-Saez, R. (2025). A multilingual OER MOOC: A case study on production and usage in a university cooperation. Journal of Open, Distance, and Digital Education, 2(1), 1-16. https://doi.org/10.25619/y956n017

[ijet, journal] Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning Vol. 20 / No.02 #ijet #research

Issue 20(02) of our journal on emerging technologies for learning got published. Enjoy the readings as usual for free :-).

Table of Contents:

  • Evaluating User Experience in Learning Applications among University Students in Nigeria Using UEQ
  • Enhancing Language Learning Experience with Augmented Reality Games: A Systematic Review of Empirical Studies from 2019–2023
  • Clustering Students Based on Online Learning Interactions Using Social Network Analysis
  • Strengths and Challenges in Teaching and Learning in Education with the Use of Information and Communication Technologies/li>
  • Navigating a 360-Degree Cued Virtual Classroom
  • Art Education in the Era of Artificial Intelligence: Advancing the Elimination of Technological Anxiety

[Link to Issue 20/02]

Nevertheless, if you are interested to become a reviewer for the journal, please just contact me 🙂 .

[mooc] Woche 2 im MOOC zu „Digitale Kompetenzen für Studienanfänger:innen“ #imoox #digiskill25

Woche 2 im MOOC zu „Digitale Kompetenzen für Studienanfänger:innen“ liegt vor uns. Diese Woche geht es um das Thema Kommunikation und Zusammenarbeit und da haben wir auch wieder Vides vorbereitet aus unserem Digi-Stammtisch. Viel Spaß damit:

YouTube

Mit dem Laden des Videos akzeptieren Sie die Datenschutzerklärung von YouTube.
Mehr erfahren

Video laden

Und natürlich ist das alles kostenfrei und offen lizenziert – daher einfach anmelden, wir freuen uns auf viele Teilnehmer:innen:

[Kostenlose Anmeldeseite MOOC „Digitale Kompetenzen für Studienanfänger:innen„]

[publication] aicast: Combining AI-Generated and Instructor-Defined Content in Educational Podcasts #research #tugraz

At this year’s ED-Media conference, we introduced a new AI-based concept for educational podcasts: „aicast: Combining AI-Generated and Instructor-Defined Content in Educational Podcasts„.

Abstract:
Generative AI is transforming educational content. In this poster, we present aicast.fyi, an open-source platform for producing personalized educational podcasts that combine AI-generated and instructor-defined content. Each track contains dynamic and fixed segments. Instructors define guiding questions during track design, ensuring alignment with learning objectives. This hybrid approach addresses concerns about maintaining instructional integrity with automation and personalization. The poster provides an architectural overview and demonstrates how the system integrates text generation and voice synthesis to produce audio-based learning experiences. Instructional designers must play an active role in shaping AI-assisted educational tools. This poster invites educators, designers, and researchers to engage with aicast and collaborate on developing high-quality, responsible, and learner-centered audio content. By allowing learners to control content sequences and personalize segments based on their own inputs, aicast.fyi also supports self-regulated learning (SRL), empowering users to take ownership of their educational journey.

[draft @ ResearchGate]
[full article @ conference website]

Reference: Brünner, B., Leitner, P., Geier, G. & Ebner, M. (2025). aicast: Combining AI-Generated and Instructor-Defined Content in Educational Podcasts. In T. Bastiaens (Ed.), Proceedings of EdMedia + Innovate Learning (pp. 148-152). Barcelona, Spain: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE). Retrieved June 4, 2025 from https://www.learntechlib.org/primary/p/226139/

[mooc] MOOC zu „Digitale Kompetenzen für Studienanfänger:innen“ startet #imoox #digiskill25

Es freut uns, dass wir heute den MOOC zu „Digitale Kompetenzen für Studienanfänger:innen“ starten können. Ein MOOC wo wir hoffen einen kleinen Beitrag zur Erhöhung der digitalen Kompetenzen leisten zu können. Aufbauend auf dem europäischen Rahmenwerk werden wir die nächsten Wochen die einzelnen Punkte versuchen kurz und knapp einzuführen und das mit einem speziellen Blickwinkel auf Studierende. Heute in Woche 1 gibt es das Einführungsvideo:

YouTube

Mit dem Laden des Videos akzeptieren Sie die Datenschutzerklärung von YouTube.
Mehr erfahren

Video laden

Und natürlich ist das alles kostenfrei und offen lizenziert – daher einfach anmelden, wir freuen uns auf viele Teilnehmer:innen:

[Kostenlose Anmeldeseite MOOC „Digitale Kompetenzen für Studienanfänger:innen„]

[presentation] Implementing multilingual MOOCs in European University Alliances with the help of AI usage, LTI and open licenses: Technical & organizational challenges #tugraz #emoocs2025

We also presented one paper within the Experience Track of the EMOOCs 2025 conference in Paris. This time the presentation was about „Implementing multilingual MOOCs in European University Alliances with the help of AI usage, LTI and open licenses: Technical & organizational challenges (Presentation)„. Our slides are, of course, available online.

[Link to the slides]

Tool zur Unterstützung der Studienwahl online #tugraz

Es freut uns sehr, dass wir an der TU Graz nun auch eine Online-Studienwahl-Tool anbieten können. Die Idee ist simpel: Wir würden gerne alle Interessierten, die vielleicht die Idee haben an der TU Graz zu studieren, die Möglichkeit geben, sich zu informieren und zu sehen welches Studium wirklich passt.

Der Prozess dazu war nicht einfach, aber alle Studiendekan:innen haben mitgeholfen und zusammen mit der jeweiligen Fakultät erarbeitet, was das eigene Studium für Anforderungen hat – nicht nur inhaltliche, sondern eben auch andere. Also ob vielleicht viel Ausdauer, Geduld, Genauigkeit etc. erforderlich ist. Aber was erzähl ich, schaut bitte einfach rein und vielleicht findet ihr das passende Studium für euch. Und natürlich würde ich mich sehr freuen, wenn es am Ende das Lehramt für Informatik und Digitale Grundbildung ist.

[Link zum StudyExplorer der TU Graz]