We warmly invite you to participate in the free training courses organized under the FERS project, focusing on modern teaching methods (coaching, mentoring, tutoring, and problem- and project-based learning) as well as the creation of accessible digital materials in accordance with the principles of universal design and WCAG standards.
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Dear PhD Candidates
We would like to invite you to participate in three upcoming training courses organized within the project "Enhancing the Qualifications and Competencies of Teaching Staff at Lodz University of Technology", co-funded by the European Union under the European Funds for Social Development Programme 2021–2027, Priority 1 – Skills, Measure 01.05 – Skills in Higher Education (Project No. FERS.01.05-IP.08-0151/23-00).
The training courses are dedicated to developing teaching, digital, and sustainability-related competencies of academic staff.
1. Modern Academic Teaching – Coaching, Mentoring and Tutoring in Working with Students
Dates: 14 September 2026 (9:00–15:00)
15 September 2026 (9:00–15:00)
This two-day workshop focuses on the practical application of coaching, mentoring and tutoring methods in higher education. Participants will develop competencies supporting student engagement, responsibility for learning, and modern teaching practices.
Registration: https://forms.office.com/e/AN3NMBE9DJ
2. Techniques and Tools in Problem- and Project-Based Learning
Dates: 15 September 2026 (9:00–15:00)
16 September 2026 (9:00–15:00)
This practical workshop introduces participants to active learning strategies, Thinking Routines, Problem-Based Learning (PBL), Challenge-Based Learning (CBL), Research-Based Learning (RBL), and Design Thinking. Participants will design their own teaching activities using these contemporary educational approaches.
Registration: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/xveaKuHQTi
3. Creating Accessible Digital Materials in Accordance with Universal Design and Equality Principles
Available editions:
Edition 7: 10 September 2026, 8:30–14:30
Registration: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/QWZEd0NdEi
Edition 8: 11 September 2026, 8:30–14:30
Registration: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/SZigHzF2yy
The training introduces participants to the principles of accessible digital content creation, including WCAG standards, copyright regulations, and the use of AI-based tools in educational content development.
We warmly encourage all interested PhD students to register for the training courses. Participation is free of charge, and the number of places is limited.
Kind regards,
dr Damian Langner
Specjalista
Centrum Kształcenia
42 631 21 36