Communication Options in RWTHmoodle
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Whether it’s a last-minute change of schedule, information about exams, or uploading important materials — there are many reasons why course room managers want to contact their students.
RWTHmoodle offers two options for this: announcements and quickmail. In this blog post, we explain the differences between the two functions and how they can be used.
The 9th Moodle Community Meeting
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On May 7, nearly 100 participants from North Rhine-Westphalia and other regions gathered virtually for the Moodle Community Meeting to discuss topics related to Moodle. Twice a year, the Moodle.NRW Competence Center hosts a community meeting. Not only are interested parties from North Rhine-Westphalia welcome, but also anyone else from German-speaking countries who works with Moodle. Moodle.NRW is part of the Network Moodle at Universities e. V. RWTH is a member of the association and participates in various projects related to Moodle.
Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2026
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Digital technologies have become an integral part of our daily lives – whether in academia, research, or the workplace. However, not everyone is able to use digital services equally. This is precisely where the issue of digital accessibility comes into play. An important occasion to raise awareness of this issue is Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), which takes place this year on May 21, 2026.
Year 2038 and Year 2036 Problem: No Threat to RWTH IT Systems
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Regularly, so-called “time-related issues” arise in IT. These involve technical limitations in the processing of date and time data. In addition to the well-known Year 2000 problem, the Year 2036 problem and the Year 2038 problem are currently the subject of particular discussion. This post provides a brief overview of both topics and explains why there is no risk to the IT systems at RWTH Aachen University.
Bluetooth – Convenience With Security Risks
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Bluetooth is an essential part of our modern everyday lives. Whether it’s wireless headphones in the office, a mouse and keyboard on a laptop, a smartwatch on your wrist or fast data exchange between two devices, the technology is always there to help us get ahead. Wireless technology helps to significantly improve the conditions for mobile working and learning. However, security gaps are a relevant issue both in everyday working life, where sensitive data is handled, and in everyday student life.
New RWTHapp Feature: Your Battery Data for Research
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The Chair of Electrochemical Energy Conversion and Storage Systems (ISEA) led by Professor Dirk Uwe Sauer is investigating, among other things, the question: How long does a smartphone battery last in real-world university life, and how does it age in the process?
In collaboration with the RWTHapp, you can now share battery data from your Android device and help the department better understand batteries and make them last longer.
The IT Center at the SIGUCCS Annual Conference 2026
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From April 12 to 15, 2026, the annual conference of the ACM Special Interest Group on University and College Computing Services (SIGUCCS) took place in Philadelphia. For many years, the event has brought together IT experts from universities worldwide to exchange ideas on developments in IT services, support structures, and the use of new technologies. In addition to traditional presentations, the program also includes workshops, panels, and interactive formats designed to foster professional exchange. The IT Center was also represented this year with two presentations.
MoodleCafé: Gamification in Learning Environments
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MoodleCafé is a digital forum that provides insights into effective teaching practices and offers a space for questions and the exchange of experiences. The last MoodleCafé took place on April 16, this time focusing on gamification in learning environments. Below, we’d like to give you an overview of the approaches and practical examples presented.
Freshers’ Fair 2026
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As part of RWTH Aachen University’s Welcome Week, the IT Center was represented at the Freshers’ Fair in the foyer of the Audimax on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Between 1 and 4pm, numerous international students took the opportunity to learn about key services and receive immediate assistance.
IT-SAD: IT-Security Awareness Days 2026
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From April 27 to May 8, 2026, the IT Security Awareness Days will take place for the eleventh time. During these two weeks, a total of 13 online lectures on the topic of IT security will be held. These are organized by various universities. The following institutions are participating (though not always with own presentations): TU Braunschweig, TU Darmstadt, TU Dresden, University of Hildesheim, KU Eichstätt-Ingolstadt, University of Göttingen/GWDG, University of Marburg, University of Osnabrück, Leuphana University Lüneburg, University of Duisburg-Essen, University of Cologne, and Albstadt-Sigmaringen University of Applied Sciences.
