Free Online Internship from European University Viadrina for Karazin University Lecturers and Researchers: Trainings Start on April 15

An excellent opportunity for lecturers and researchers of Karazin University to participate in a free online internship provided by European University Viadrina (Germany) — in Ukrainian language!

The "Online Future Teaching Skills" certificate confirms qualification in didactic and digital competencies in higher education, awarded upon completion of two modules of the certified program.

The program covers trauma-sensitive teaching skills, which are crucial for Ukrainian students with traumatic experiences — an aspect often overlooked in standard teaching strategies. Additionally, it encourages educators to integrate artificial intelligence and digital resources, empowering them to enhance teaching quality using innovative technologies.

To receive the certificate, participants must:

• Attend 18 sessions (1 session = 45 minutes)

• Complete two practical tasks — one designed for students, the other for fellow educators.

The program consists of two modules:

Module 1 – Theoretical Part

Participants will explore key topics in teaching and learning. The certificate program includes the development of trauma-sensitive competencies and promotes the integration of AI tools and digital resources to improve education quality.

The program also features webinars on academic work and writing, covering topics such as:

• Scientific writing

• Research paper preparation

• Academic project defense

Masterclasses offered include:

• Generative AI in Education: Innovations, Challenges, and Future Perspectives

• EdTech Revolution: Digital Tools Shaping the Future of Quality Education

• Transforming Learning Through Media Tools: New Horizons in Education

• Transforming Education Through Virtual and Augmented Reality: Benefits, Applications, and Potential

• Characteristics of Education in a Traumatized Society

• Teaching During and After Wartime

• Tools and Practices for Post-Traumatic Self-Recovery

Module 2 – Practical Part

The second part involves your own contributions. Together with the experiences of Ukrainian educators, the aim is to develop the Viadrina Online Lab, a platform offering free materials to improve teaching and learning.

Your tasks include: Creating two contributions (content) for Viadrina Online Lab based on your knowledge and experience and grounded in academic sources: One for your fellow educators, one for your students

2. Writing and submitting your personal reflections — not summaries of the seminars, but rather your thoughts on the topics and your key learning outcomes. These reflections should be submitted as a single PDF file after attending all seminars in order to receive the certificate.

Advance registration is required and is available via the provided link.

The trainings start on April 15
You are also welcome to attend any of the seminars without pursuing the certificate.

Note: The seminar dates can be found in the registration form. Please register at least one day before the seminar of your choice.