Together with an interdisciplinary team of AI researchers and computer science didactics, our executive board member, Prof. Dr. Tilman Michaeli, recently published a professional introduction to Artificial Intelligence for teachers in German language. It provides a methodological introduction to each…
Artificial Intelligence has been part of education research since the 1960s, but recent advancements have brought it into classrooms. Tools like ChatGPT and DALL-E have sparked discussions about their impact and the need for regulation. Governments worldwide are stepping in…
On 7 January 2025, applications opened for the AI Guide Academy, a program dedicated to equipping educators with the tools and expertise to integrate AI-driven solutions into their teaching practices. This innovative program offers two participation tracks: Spots are limited.…
Large Language Models (LLMs), like ChatGPT-3.5, are fundamentally changing how students approach research topics by providing fast and detailed answers. But how do LLMs affect students’ cognitive load and learning outcomes compared to traditional tools like search engines? A recent…
We are pleased to announce that Prof. Dr Dominik Petko, Professor of Teaching and Educational Technology at the University of Zurich, has joined the TUM Center for Educational Technologies as a new Advisory Board member. In addition, the Chair of…
In collaboration with Prof Dr. Dominik Petko, the Chair of Educational Psychology staff are currently implementing an innovative virtual reality environment in their courses that enables trainee teachers to practice teaching situations realistically and safely. The immersive platform simulates complex…
With the growing use of personalized EdTech tools, which adjust learning content based on individual progress, the question arises if EdTech tools should let learners decide what and how they learn or if they should rely more on automated systems.…
On 5 December 2024, the two directors of the Center for Educational Technologies were awarded the Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Medal at TUM’s dies academicus. Prof. Dr. Enkelejda Kasneci and Prof. Dr Tina Seidel received the Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Medal 2024 in recognition…
Learning Analytics involves the analysis of data related to teaching and learning. They are often presented through dashboards of learning environments and offer insights into educational processes. Sensemaking, the process by which teachers and learners make sense of unknown or…
Challenge-based learning is a pedagogical approach that fosters collaboration and often involves interdisciplinary work. In this approach, students tackle open-ended and complex real-world and sociotechnical challenges, often with the participation of external stakeholders. These stakeholders, mostly from the industry, provide…