Learning Platforms and Research Documentation

The Learning Platforms and Research Documentation Unit (formerly the Support for Innovative Teaching and Learning Platforms Unit) sees itself as the central point of contact for all digital solutions used within the university. These include Moodle and the b-doc system, among others.

In addition to supporting established systems, the department is also responsible for the conceptual setup and administration of new platforms, such as the easydb image database from the manufacturer “Programmfabrik.” A particular focus is placed on training employees to ensure the efficient use of these tools.

The administrative office is actively committed to providing the best possible support to faculty and students in their everyday university life. For example, during the grading phases, special courses on exam management are offered to faculty to enable them to carry out their work in a structured and smooth manner.

Goals

Creation of digitization concepts, support for technical implementation, and introduction and integration into teaching operations
Further development of b-doc, including conceptual considerations
Coordination of digitization projects in teaching and research
Overall responsibility for the learning platform(s): design, further development, ongoing user support, training, and documentation
Development/design of new platforms, for example, for the image database (easydb) or mailing lists
Integration of AI solutions into the Moodle system from version 5.0 onwards in consultation with Information Security and Data Protection and Central IT-Services

Responsibilities

Continuous checking for updates and security vulnerabilities and, if necessary, initiating a version upgrade via our service provider
Media education consulting, promotion of media literacy, and design and implementation of tutorials and workshops
Setup and maintenance of the image database, including preparation of training courses for the responsible employees
Analysis of the need for system enhancements
Support in setting up Webex conferences
Development of basic knowledge of FIS databases for b-doc
Intensive crash courses at the beginning of the semester on various topics such as Moodle, ABU platforms, and b-doc
Design and development of new training topics, for example on email communication at the ABU