Program Overview

Program Overview

The program "Lehrveranstaltungen diversit‰tsbewusst gestalten" (Designing Diversity-Aware Teaching) is an online course offered by the University of Basel.

Description

The course focuses on the diversity of students in higher education and how it can enrich teaching and research. It explores how to create an inclusive learning environment, taking into account the different experiences and perspectives of students. The course is based on a diversity concept that emphasizes anti-discrimination and aims to provide participants with the skills to design diversity-aware teaching.

Course Information

• Date: Friday, February 13, 2026, 09:15-12:15 Uhr
• Format: Virtual presence (Zoom)
• Registration start: December 11, 2025, 08:00 Uhr
• Registration deadline: February 1, 2026
• Cost: CHF 40.00 for university members (possibility of refunding course costs, please clarify with the department directly)
• Instructor: Melanie Bittner
• Credit: Counts towards the "Studentische Perspektive" (4h) module of the Hochschuldidaktik certificate

Objectives

The objective of the seminar is to sensitize participants to diversity and develop approaches for diversity-aware teaching that provides good learning opportunities for all. Participants will gain an overview of the basics of diversity-aware didactics and deepen their understanding of selected focal points.

Course Content

• Reflective examination of various dimensions of diversity-aware didactics
• Development of approaches for designing diversity-aware teaching and examinations
• Knowledge of relevant institutions and regulations of the University of Basel

Target Audience

The course is aimed at members of the University of Basel (including doctoral and postdoctoral students) with at least a master's degree, who are involved in the basic teaching of the University of Basel.

Requirements

There are no specific requirements for participation.

Performance Spectrum/Workload

• Presence in Zoom: 3 hours
• Performance record: 1 hour
• (Detailed schedule see 'Special Features')

Special Features

• February 2, 2026: Access to the ADAM course environment
• February 2-13, 2026: Preparation assignment
• February 13, 2026 (09:15-12:15): Virtual presence
• February 20, 2026: Submission of performance record (1h) The course is credited to the three Hochschuldidaktik certificates 'Basics of Learning and Teaching', 'Supporting Learning', and 'Learning, Teaching, and Assessing'.