Media library

Script "VITALS - A didactical and methodological introduction to virtual international university teaching"

This script is a written documentation of the workshop series “VITALS – Virtual International Teaching and Learning Skills” , which was conducted in spring 2023. It covers key methods, strategies, and concepts for designing international virtual teaching and learning environments.

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Script "VITALS in PRACTICE – A Practical Implementation of Annika Brück-Hübner’s Virtual International Teaching and Learning Skills (VITALS)"

This script by Anna Sophie Jäger builds upon the foundations introduced in Annika Brück-Hübner’s VITALS concept and expands them with practical implementations, discussion contributions, and innovative teaching methods for virtual international higher education.

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Explainer video "Virtual international courses"

This video provides a comprehensive explanation of virtual international courses. The video was created as part of the VITALS workshop series from 13 January to 3 February 2023 by Dr Annika Brück-Hübner.

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Poster "International Teaching Training"

The poster offers a reflection on international university teaching. It highlights challenges, opportunities and concrete approaches for designing intercultural teaching and learning situations in an international context.

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Worksheet "Conflict Management in the International Classroom"

This worksheet provides an overview of conflict management in international teaching contexts. It defines different types of conflicts, such as emotional, task-related, and administrative conflicts, and presents methods for addressing them constructively. Through interactive exercises, reflection tasks, and practical examples, the worksheet supports educators and tutors in better understanding conflict situations and developing effective strategies for resolution.

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Worksheet "Intercultural Competence"

This worksheet presents methods and concepts for fostering intercultural competence in international teaching and learning contexts. It explains key skills such as cognitive, affective, and pragmatic-communicative competences and demonstrates how they can be applied to analyze and resolve intercultural misunderstandings. Through practical scenarios and reflection tasks, the worksheet supports educators and students in further developing their intercultural abilities.

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Paper "Desigualdades en América Latina: ¿una historia sin fin?"

This report documents observations from the VIP seminar “Desigualdades en América Latina: ¿una historia sin fin?” . The purpose of the observation was to analyze teaching and learning practices in international, virtual, and intercultural contexts—focusing particularly on didactic methods, interaction, communication styles, and the role of online materials. The report also highlights challenges and opportunities in designing digital seminars across cultural boundaries.

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Worksheet "Best practices - 10 Tips for Teaching Practices in COIL Seminars"

The worksheet is designed as self-study material for moderators or trainers in virtual COIL (Collaborative Online International Learning) environments. The tips are organized into three main areas: student-centeredness, international teaching, and digital teaching formats. They support educators in creating learning environments where students take responsibility for their own learning, are actively engaged, and gain intercultural experiences. Special emphasis is placed on fostering autonomy, collaborative work, and international perspectives.

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Handout "Most useful digital tools"

This handout provides a concise overview of various digital tools for use in (online) teaching and tutorials — such as surveys, virtual whiteboards, feedback formats, and session managers.

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Paper: Enhancing Experiences in International Courses through Qualitative Assessment

This contribution presents results from a recent publication within the NIDIT project. The study explores how qualitative assessment methods can enrich international teaching and learning contexts. The focus is on dialogic and formative approaches that take cultural diversity into account and actively involve students in the further development of courses. Based on case studies from JLU, including international workshops and the TAP method, the report illustrates how feedback and reflection can strengthen the quality of teaching and learning.

The report is in English.

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Course Design Canvas

The course planning canvas helps teachers to structure and reflect on their courses in a clear manner. It helps to coordinate learning objectives, methods, media and examination formats. The visual representation makes didactic decisions comprehensible, facilitates coordination within the team and promotes coherent teaching concepts – even in digital or hybrid formats.

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