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The Arqus Alliance has organised two summer schools for educators and plans for a third one this summer 2025.

These Summer Schools provide an invaluable opportunity for teachers and academics from Arqus universities to convene for a few days of learning and exchanging ideas. Participants attend talks and workshops by experts, connect with fellow educators, share insights and discuss different perspectives on didactics.

Upcoming:

Arqus Summer School “Active learning in action: Engaging students through AI” 2025

Date: 2-4 July 2025
Format: In-person (Braga, Portugal)
Organised by: Arqus Alliance partner universities (notably the University of Minho)
Target Audience: Teaching staff from Arqus universities

Learn more about this Summer School

Summary:

This event is all about equipping educators with innovative strategies and tools geared by artificial intelligence to make learning more dynamic and impactful. We start by engaging in team-building activities and setting a collaborative tone for the event. You’ll attend inspiring talks by experts, connect with fellow educators, share insights, and lay the foundation for a stimulating learning journey. 

This enriching three-day training event is designed specifically for higher education teachers eager to elevate their teaching practices. During this journey, teachers will develop a plan for transforming a part of a course of their own, supported by the feedback of a peer group and an international team of experienced trainers. Registration is closed.

This enriching three-day training event is designed specifically for higher education teachers eager to elevate their teaching practices. During this journey, teachers will develop a plan for transforming a part of a course of their own, supported by the feedback of a peer group and an international team of experienced trainers. Registration is closed.

Workshop Focus:

  • Essentials of active learning and assessment: techniques to foster student engagement and enhance learning outcomes. 
  • Application of artificial intelligence to develop content, strategies, and/or assessments that captivate students’ attention and curiosity.
  • Gallery walk: teachers present their proposals for applying active learning and artificial intelligence in their courses. It’s a platform to showcase creativity, exchange feedback, and leave with fresh ideas to transform your teaching practice.

Past editions:

Arqus Joint Summer School on Active Learning 2024

Date: 17–19 September 2024
Format: In-person (Monteortone, Abano Terme, Italy)
Organised by: Arqus Alliance universities (notably the University of Padua)
Target Audience: Professors, lecturers, and instructors from Arqus universities
More information here. 

Summary:
This joint summer school will focus on the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into university classrooms. Educators from across the Arqus Alliance will come together to share best practices and strategies for AI-enhanced, student-centred teaching. The programme includes workshops, discussions, and networking opportunities in a retreat-like academic setting.

Workshop Focus:

  • Responsible AI in the Classroom: How to meaningfully integrate AI tools into teaching
  • AI & Student Engagement: Using AI to enhance motivation, interaction, and learning outcomes
  • Human-Centred Teaching with AI: Promoting AI literacy and maintaining pedagogical balance

Agenda Highlights:

  • Arrival and group transfer on 16 September
  • Full-day workshops from 17–19 September
  • Closing ceremony, visit to the historic Palazzo Bo, and social dinner on 19 September
  • Optional cultural programme in Venice on 20 September

Learning Objectives:

  • To explore responsible and ethical AI use in higher education
  • To increase AI-related teaching competencies among university staff
  • To build a network of innovative educators across Europe

Outcome:
 Participants will return to their institutions with practical skills, collaborative ideas, and a broadened understanding of AI’s role in academic contexts. A Certificate of Participation will be awarded upon completion.

Arqus Summer School “Advancing learning assessment: Fostering collaboration and innovation” 2023

Date: 18–21 July 2023
Format: In-person (Puvočiai, Lithuania)
Organised by: Arqus Alliance partner universities (notably the University of Minho and the University of Padua)
Target Audience: Teaching staff from Arqus universities
More information here.

Summary:
This was the first Arqus summer school specifically tailored for teaching staff, gathering 30 educators from six Arqus universities. The event promoted collaboration and reflection on how assessment methods can enhance student learning in higher education. Through interactive workshops and discussions, participants shared best practices and discovered new approaches to assessment.

Workshop Focus:

  • Active Learning & Assessment: Led by Rui Lima (University of Minho), exploring conceptions, evidence, and contexts of active learning.
  • Summative and Formative Assessment: Practical insights into integrating both forms effectively.
  • Feedback & Peer Assessment: Facilitated by Valentina Grion (University of Padua), emphasising the potential of peer review.
  • Competency vs. Skills & Digital Tools in Assessment: Workshops by Luciana Peixoto and Rui Oliveira (University of Minho), focusing on terminology and tech-based assessment strategies.

Learning Objectives:

  • To understand modern assessment strategies in higher education
  • To explore peer-based and feedback-oriented methods
  • To integrate digital tools into student evaluation
  • To promote reflective and evidence-based course design

Outcome:
Participants left with new tools, perspectives, and a community of practice around effective and innovative assessment in university teaching.

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