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Juli 25, 2025Juli 8, 2025

[publication] Synthetic Educators: Analyzing AI-Driven Avatars in Digital Learning Environments #AIinEducation #tugraz

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

Our publication „Synthetic Educators: Analyzing AI-Driven Avatars in Digital Learning Environments“ at this year’s HCII conference is published.

Abstract:
Videos can be used in a variety of ways in learning environments today. With advances in generative AI technologies, tools such as HeyGen and ElevenLabs make it easy to create synthetic teachers, promising efficiency and accessibility. This study investigates the impact of AI-generated teaching video avatars on learners‘ emotional responses. A mixed-method approach was adopted, in which 55 participants were shown AI-generated videos and videos with real instructors. Emotional engagement was measured using FaceReader Online, along with quiz questions and follow-up interviews to gauge knowledge retention and perceptions of this educational technology. Results indicate that AI avatars effectively convey content and weakly elicit better recall rates and positive emotional responses comparable to those of real instructors. However, concerns were raised about emotional authenticity and engagement, highlighting the need for improved avatar design. The study concludes with a discussion of the potential and limitations of AI avatars and argues for their thoughtful integration to improve educational equity and learning outcomes.

[full article @ publisher’s homepage]
[draft @ researchgate]

Reference: Struger, P., Brünner, B., Ebner, M. (2025). Synthetic Educators: Analyzing AI-Driven Avatars in Digital Learning Environments. In: Smith, B.K., Borge, M. (eds) Learning and Collaboration Technologies. HCII 2025. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 15807. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-93567-1_13

Juli 22, 2025Juli 4, 2025

[mooc] Woche 4 im MOOC zu „Digitale Kompetenzen für Studienanfänger:innen“ #imoox #digiskill25

Woche 4 im MOOC zu „Digitale Kompetenzen für Studienanfänger:innen“ liegt vor uns. Diese Woche geht es um Sicherheit und selbstverständlich war dies auch Thema beim DigiStammtisch. Viel Spaß damit:

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„]

Juli 21, 2025Juli 23, 2025

[news] TU Graz startet „prompting.schule“ #AIinEducation

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

Danke für einen kurzen Newsartikel über unsere promting.schule, die schön kurz die wesentliche Idee beschreibt:

„Neben einem grundlegenden Verständnis von generativer KI wollen wir den Nutzer*innen vor allem vermitteln, wie sie gut und effektiv prompten“, sagt Benedikt Brünner vom Institut Human Centred Computing der TU Graz, der an innovativen Lehrformaten rund um KI forscht.

Alles natürlich offen und frei zugänglich: [Link zur prompting-Schule]
Viel Spaß beim Mitmachen und wir freuen uns natürlich über Feedback bzw. wenn jemand selbst einen „Kurs“ zur Verfügung stellen möchte für eine bestimmte Zielgruppe, bitte gerne melden.

Achja, hier natürlich der Link zum Newsartikel auf der TU Graz Homepage.

Juli 18, 2025Juni 29, 2025

[publication] Digitaler Überblick statt Datenfragmentierung: Ein Studienfortschritts-Dashboard für die TU Graz

Für das fnma-Magazin 02/25 haben wir einen kurzen Beitrag zu „Digitaler Überblick statt Datenfragmentierung: Ein Studienfortschritts-Dashboard für die TU Graz“ geschrieben. Dieser bzw. das gesamte Magazin ist online erhältlich.

Abstract:
Transparenz, Selbststeuerung und digitale Unterstützung sind zentrale Faktoren für Studierbarkeit im digitalen Zeitalter. In diesem Beitrag zeigen wir, wie an der TU Graz gemeinsam mit Studierenden ein datenbasiertes Studienfortschritts-Dashboard entwickelt wird, das Orientierung schafft, Planung erleichtert und neue Impulse für ein nachhaltiges Digital Wellbeing im Student-Life-Cycle setzt.

[fnma Magazin 02/25]
[Beitrag @ ResearchGate]

Zitation: Brünner, B., Leitner, P., Pranter, P.-P. & Ebner, M. (2025) Digitaler Überblick statt Datenfragmentierung: Ein Studienfortschritts-Dashboard für die TU Graz, fnma-Magazin 02/25, S. 16-19, https://www.fnma.at/content/download/3220/21290?version=2

Juli 16, 2025Juni 29, 2025

[publication] Pedagogical Infrastructures of MOOC Design for Employees Training in Leading Organizations #mooc

Our research paper, „Pedagogical Infrastructures of MOOC Design for Employees Training in Leading Organizations,“ has been published:

Abstract:
As the most promising form of education, Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) have recently received lots of attention, especially in the leading organizations, requiring closer attention to be paid to the MOOCs’ implementation platforms before their execution. This qualitative study aims to analyze the pedagogical infrastructures in MOOCs designed for employee training in leading organizations. The research population includes documents retrieved by searching authentic Persian and Latin databases. Out of 142 studies (2013–2023), 73 were selected using a criterion sampling method. Data were gathered using the library research method and then analyzed via thematic analysis. The model validation process was presented using expert judgment. The researcher-made questionnaire for content validation of the conceptual model was then sent to the experts and the final model was approved after the modifications were made. Finally, eight sub-categories (i.e., application of learning paradigms and theories, motivational strategies in the educational environment, application of evaluation module strategies and criteria, provision of an interactive platform, infrastructure for developing the content of the course selection, setting the educational and learning goals, determining the learners’ activity in learning, application of the learners engagement types) were obtained.

[draft @ ResearchGate]
[final publication @ publisher’s website]

Reference: Fathi Hafshejani, F., Ebner, M. (2025). Pedagogical Infrastructures of MOOC Design for Employees Training in Leading Organizations. In: Auer, M.E., May, D. (eds) 2024 Yearbook Emerging Technologies in Learning. Learning and Analytics in Intelligent Systems, vol 44. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-80388-8_12

Juli 15, 2025Juli 4, 2025

[mooc] Woche 3 im MOOC zu „Digitale Kompetenzen für Studienanfänger:innen“ #imoox #digiskill25

Woche 3 im MOOC zu „Digitale Kompetenzen für Studienanfänger:innen“ liegt vor uns. Diese Woche geht es um das Kreation digitaler Inhalte und natürlich haben wir wieder im Digi-Stammtisch darüber geredet. Viel Spaß damit:

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„]

Juli 14, 2025Juli 8, 2025

[publication] Ensuring Quality in AI-Generated Multiple-Choice Questions for Higher Education with the QUEST Framework #AI #tugraz #research

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

Another research paper about the use of AI for education – titled „Ensuring Quality in AI-Generated Multiple-Choice Questions for Higher Education with the QUEST Framework“ – was published.

Abstract:
With the rise of generative AI models, such as large language models (LLMs), in educational settings, there is a growing demand to ensure the quality of AI-generated multiple-choice questions (MCQs) used in higher education. Traditional quiz development methods fall short in addressing the unique challenges posed by AI-generated content, such as consistency, cognitive demand, and question uniqueness. This paper presents the QUEST framework, a structured approach designed specifically to evaluate the quality of LLM-generated MCQs across five dimensions: Quality, Uniqueness, Effort, Structure, and Transparency. Following an iterative research process, AI-generated questions were assessed and refined using QUEST, revealing that the framework effectively improves question clarity, relevance, and educational value. The findings suggest that QUEST is a viable tool for educators to maintain high-quality standards in AI-generated assessments, ensuring these resources meet the pedagogical needs of diverse learners in higher education.

[draft @ ResearchGate]
[full article @ publisher’s website]

Reference: Ebner, M., Brünner, B., Forjan, N., Schön, S. (2025). Ensuring Quality in AI-Generated Multiple-Choice Questions for Higher Education with the QUEST Framework. In: Tomczyk, Ł. (eds) New Media Pedagogy: Research Trends, Methodological Challenges, and Successful Implementations. NMP 2024. Communications in Computer and Information Science, vol 2537. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-95627-0_20

Juli 11, 2025Juli 8, 2025

[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

Juli 9, 2025Juni 26, 2025

[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 🙂 .

Juli 8, 2025Juli 4, 2025

[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: