Kategorie: ‘Studies & Teaching’
RWTHmoodle: 2026 User Survey
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Since the launch of RWTHmoodle in 2019, we have been continuously working to further improve the teaching and learning platform. The annual user survey plays a key role in this effort. This year, we would once again like to hear from you about how you rate the platform, including its performance and usability. This year, there is a special focus on the use of AI within RWTHmoodle and digital accessibility.
Anyone who was registered in at least one learning space during the summer semester of 2026 as a student, other participant, instructor, or learning space manager is eligible to participate. Between August 6 and 26, 2026, you can help improve RWTHmoodle and our support services by participating in the user survey.
New Feature in IdM Selfservice
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You can now choose in IdM Selfservice which e-mail address is shared with connected services via your Single Sign-On account. In addition to the contact e-mail address used previously, you can also select, for example, your personal or work RWTH e-mail address.
A Look Back at the RWTH Talk Lehre 2026: AI in the Higher Education Context
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The RWTH Talk Lehre 2026 took place on June 10, 2026. Approximately 350 participants from the fields of teaching, research, and university administration attended the presentations, workshops, and discussions both in person and online. The event focused on how artificial intelligence is changing and has already changed higher education, as well as the opportunities and challenges that arise from this.
In this article, we provide insights into the individual presentations, discussions, and practical examples. You can find an overview of the program and the individual sessions in our introductory article on Talk Lehre 2026.
RWTH Talk Lehre 2026: Shaping AI in Higher Education Together
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On June 10, 2026, RWTH Aachen University invites you to the RWTH Talk Lehre 2026. The event will focus on how artificial intelligence is transforming higher education and what opportunities and challenges this presents for faculty and students. The event is aimed at anyone who is actively involved in shaping teaching at RWTH or is interested in doing so.
The Talk Lehre offers an open forum for exchange, new perspectives, and joint discussions on the further development of teaching and learning formats in the context of AI.
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.
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.
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.
