The German Research Foundation (DFG) has officially approved funding for SHARP – CRC Transregio 419, the first-ever Collaborative Research Center in educational research. In many professions, such as medicine and school teaching, increasingly complex analytical and communication skills are expected.…
Immersive Virtual Reality (iVR) has become an innovative tool in education, allowing learners to engage with complex content in an interactive and dynamic way. iVR integrates multiple sensory inputs like visual, auditory, and spatial, offering a more engaging experience. However,…
As technology continues to reshape education, immersive virtual reality (I-VR) has emerged as a promising tool for enhancing learning experiences. Originally used for flight training, VR has since been widely adopted in education. A recent meta-analysis by Coban et al.…
Adaptive or personalized learning is a promising concept, providing the learner with a tailored learning experience at any time. Despite the increasing interest of learning designers in adaptive learning, the lack of clear definitions and structured theoretical models has led…
Language learning is a complex process that demands guidance and discipline, yet various factors can support or hinder progress. To address challenges like declining motivation, monotonous learning materials, and difficulties in vocabulary acquisition, educational researchers have investigated the potential of…
March 28, 2025 Scratch is a free programming language and online community for young people that allows them to develop digital stories, animations and games. Dr. Scratch 2.0 is a web-based service designed to analyze Scratch projects. It augments the…
In a separate analysis of the latest PISA survey, results show that teens lack confidence when it comes to assessing online information, and rate their skills lower than OECD average. In the most recent PISA study, 15-year-old secondary school students…
The Technical University of Munich (TUM) has developed a comprehensive strategy for using artificial intelligence (AI) in research, teaching, and administration. The TUM AI strategy defines the framework for the responsible implementation and use of AI technologies along the following…
AI Self-efficacy – the confidence in one’s capabilities to effectively interact, understand, learn about, and use AI technologies – is essential for students participating in an AI-driven world. A recent study by Bewersdorff et al. (2024) explores how cognitive, affective,…
At the Chair of Human-Centered Technologies for Learning, our colleague, Dr. Nađa Terzimehic, currently researches on the interactions of learners with Large Language Models in everyday life – whether they use it or not. She developed a quick 20-minute survey…