11th FOKUS Media Web
Symposium
Program Overview
Please see the program overview and the detailed program below.
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Detailed Program
Registration
Tutorial 1
Educational Technologies and Standards
Truong-Sinh AnIn the rapidly evolving landscape of educational offerings, new demands are being placed on educational ecosystems, interoperability, and compliance with GDPR. This tutorial will discuss approaches and share best practices for building educational ecosystems that not only address these emerging challenges but also encompass critical themes such as scalability, adaptability, and learning analytics.
We will explore the fundamental standards LTI vs. cmi5, Common Cartridge, and xAPI, and their significance for the integration and interoperability of learning systems. Our goal is to equip you with the insights needed to create robust educational frameworks that meet contemporary needs.
The tutorial is structured as follows:- Introduction to Learning Technologies: Overview of the role of technologies in education and the necessity of standards.
- Educational Ecosystems – Best-of-Suite vs. Best-of-Breed: Discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of these approaches in shaping learning environments.
- Interoperability – Specifications and Standards: Examination of relevant standards and their impact on the integration of learning systems.
- The Role of Middleware – Use-Cases: Analysis of how middleware enhances interoperability, supported by a demo for illustration.
Join us to expand your knowledge of the technologies that are shaping the future of learning!
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Project Manager R&D
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The-Anh NguyenFraunhofer FOKUS
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Research Associate
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Fraunhofer FOKUS
Tutorial 2
AI in Education
Naomi SchoppaIn education, artificial intelligence is enabling a profound transformation. This tutorial offers you a comprehensive insight into the world of AI-powered education and shows how these technologies can be used to create personalized learning experiences. AI’s ability to analyze and adapt learning processes offers new ways to meet individual educational needs. Find out how you can use AI to make education more efficient and accessible. Immerse yourself in the future of educational technology and discover how AI is fundamentally changing the way we learn.
Our tutorial is structured as follows:
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- AI in education: Discover how AI is redefining learning methods and enabling innovative educational solutions.
- Personalized Recommendations: Learn how AI-based systems provide tailored course recommendations.
- Learning Analytics: Incease learning success and optimize education through data-driven insights.
- LLMs: Use large language models to make learning more efficient and effective.
- Integration in LMS: Find out how AI can be effectively integrated into learning management systems.
We look forward to discussing and exploring the possibilities of AI in education with you.
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Research Associate
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Bach DoFraunhofer FOKUS
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Research Associate
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Fraunhofer FOKUS
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Lunch
Lunch & Demos
Presentation Session 1
AI and Data Management in Education
Marian GuentherGenAI Trends in Research & Education (Microsoft Perspective)
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Tech Lead & Strategist for Research (GER)
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Microsoft Deutschland GmbH
Jörg MüllerInstructors as Innovators: Insights from Creating GenAI-Augmented Learning Experiences
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Consultant, Co-Founder
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THE SKILL
Philipp KröpelinHow Gen AI accelerates e-learning with ILIAS
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Managing Director
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KPG Kröpelin Projekt GmbH
Dr. Boris HeitheckerAchieving Interoperability in Education: The Schulconnex Standardization Solution
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Projektleitung moin.schule – Schulischer Anmeldeservice Niedersachsen
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Landesinitiative n-21: Schulen in Niedersachsen online e. V.
Presentation Session 2
Challenges and Opportunities in Professional Training
Clara NeumayerHow AWS Addresses the Digital Skills Gap in Germany with a Unique Ecosystem Approach
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DACH Leader AWS Global Education, AWS Skills to Jobs Tech Alliance Germany
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Amazon Web Services
AI in Learning Management Systems (working title)
Hauptmann Martin Schulze, Ausbildungskommando, Bundeswehr (German Armed Forces)Oliver SchulerAI agents in the industrial metaverse. From advisor to assistant and supporter with multi-agent systems
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Managing Partner & CTO
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TriCAT GmbH
Presentation Session 3
Trends in digital Education
Lewis ErckenbrechtGamification and Serious Games in Education
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Policy Manager, Digital Education Policy
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Bitkom e. V.
Dr. Jan RenzAI & Interoperability in School Education (working title)
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Co-Abteilungsleitung Mediendienste
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FWU – Das Medieninstitut der Länder gGmbH
Matthias KutterTraining sustainability for the German Armed Forces: The Virtual Learning Environment and its vision, chances and challenges
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Training Advisor VLBw & Head of CDO CoE CE L&D Team Content
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BWI GmbH
Rolf ReinhardtCombine Individual Skill Development with Organisational Agility: LinkedIn Learning Hub’s AI-Driven Innovations
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Senior Enterprise Account Director
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LinkedIn
Learning Tech Night
Learning Tech Night
Chair:Christopher KraussThe Learning Tech Night will take place at TROFEO, within walking distance of Fraunhofer FOKUS. More details will be announced on the LTS.
Tickets are available at the registration desk (while supplies last) when you check in at Fraunhofer FOKUS for the Learning Technology Symposium on the morning of the event.