Microcredentials for Staff
EDUC offers employees of all partner universities a range of microcredentials (compact training courses with an internationally valid certificate of completion). The programme is aimed at administrative and teaching staff. Many courses will take place digitally, while others will also be held on site at one of the partner universities.
The University of Potsdam has the opportunity to support the participants of an on site event via an ERASMUS+ STT mobility grant.
You can find current information on this page. Detailed course descriptions and information on how to apply can always be found in the EDUC course catalogue.
Universität Masaryk
AI Lab
Objectives
AI basics & productivity
Understand what AI can (and cannot) do
Learn to work with various AI platforms and tools
Prompt engineering
Use AI to handle emails and documents more efficiently
Automate repetitive tasks
Data & analysis
Create reports and visualizations
Analyse data more effectively
Communication & content
Write better emails and documents with AI help
Create professional presentations
Generate and edit content
Improve your communication efficiency
Task management & organization
Organize your work better with AI tools
Manage projects more effectively
Schedule and plan with AI assistance
Streamline administrative processes
Safety & best practices
Understand AI safety and privacy
Learn about data protection
Use AI responsibly
Keep up with AI developments
Course Dates:7th - 11th July 2025
Course Language: English
Application Deadline: 20th June 2025
Further information: https://courses.educalliance.eu/course/517
Creativity in Teaching
Objectives
Creative teaching approaches
Discover new ways to engage your students
Try out various teaching methods
Experience gamification in practice
Learn how to make your lessons more dynamic
Student motivation & engagement
Understand what drives student participation
Practise creative assessment techniques
Learn to give engaging feedback
Create an environment where students want to learn
Technology & innovation
Use technology creatively in your teaching
Explore AI possibilities in education
Create engaging materials
Make your teaching more interactive
Practical activities & projects
Join our popular Brno treasure hunt
Work on creative group projects
Build a portfolio of teaching ideas
Course Dates:14th - 18th July 2025
Course Language: English
Application Deadline: 20th June 2025
Further information: https://courses.educalliance.eu/course/514
English for Academic Staff
Objectives
- Diverse methods of improving your vocabulary;
- Levels of formality in speaking and listening, various speaking situations in academic and professional contexts;
- Levels of formality in writing and reading various genres;
- Language of giving and accepting feedback;
- Creative and critical thinking;
- Intercultural communication.
Course Dates:21st - 25th July 2025
Course Language: English
Application Deadline: 20th June 2025
Further information: https://courses.educalliance.eu/course/515
English for Professionals
Objectives
Everyday work conversations
Start and keep conversations going with colleagues
Make phone calls with confidence
Practise listening and understanding different accents
Meet new people and network in English
Writing at work
Write clear emails that get your message across
Learn useful phrases for everyday work writing
Check and improve your writing with helpful tools
Get feedback from teachers and other participants
Difficult situations made easier
Learn how to disagree politely
Handle problems and complaints
Express your opinion clearly
Find solutions through conversation
Giving presentations
Learn useful phrases for presenting
Practise speaking to a group
Feel more confident when presenting
Working with people from different cultures
Understand different communication styles
Learn to negotiate and reach agreement
Practise English in different cultural situations
Build confidence in international settings
Course Dates:7th - 11th July 2025
Course Language: English
Application Deadline: 20th June 2025
Further information: https://courses.educalliance.eu/course/519
English Mediated Instruction
Objectives
- Teaching in university programmes delivered through the medium of English;
- English for academic purposes skills;
- Oral academic communication;
- Academic writing;
- Assessment skills;
- Materials development;
- Intercultural communication.
Course Dates:21st - 25th July 2025
Course Language: English
Application Deadline: 20th June 2025
Further information: https://courses.educalliance.eu/course/516
Introduction to Environmental Anthropology
Objectives
Being familiar with some current debates and outputs on the topic of "environment" as a part of our experience in anthropology and beyond.
Being able to define the term environment in its polysemy through the lens of social anthropology, on the one hand as something shaping our lives, on the other hand as the result of multispecies interactions.
Being receptive to our diverse experiences associated with the environment as a material, symbolical and sensorial experience in a broad context.
Being able to describe and critically reflect on the human-environment interactions, to mobilise these reflections to promote intercultural dialogues, and to stimulate public engagement.
Acquiring basic skills in producing theoretical and ethnographic reflections to deepen her/his own experiences and disseminate them.
Course Dates:15th January 2024 - 30th June 2026
Course Language: English
Application Deadline: 30th June 2026
Further information: https://courses.educalliance.eu/course/518
Introduction to Visual Anthropology
Objectives
Being familiar with some current debates and outputs on the topic of ''visual'' as a part of our experiences in anthropology and beyond.
Being able to define the term visual in its polysemy through the lens of social anthropology, on the one hand as a sensory experience, a way of perceiving the many worlds around us, on the other hand as a practical and symbolic expression, a way of communicating our perceptions, feelings, actions and attitudes.
Being receptive to our diverse experiences associated with the visual world in the broadest sense of the word.
Being able to use visuals as a methodological tool to support dialogue with other people and to make our experiences and understanding of the world more accessible.
Acquiring basic skills in producing visual materials to critically reflect on her/his experiences and disseminate them.
Course Dates:10th January 2024 - 30th June 2026
Course Language: English
Application Deadline: 30th June 2026
Further information: https://courses.educalliance.eu/course/514
Leadership in International Academic Setting
Objectives
During the programme, you will:
- Participate in practice-oriented activities focused on personal growth
- Develop and improve leadership skills essential to run university teams, units or departments
- Get insight into effective team development
- Experience collaborative and synergetic work focused on critical thinking, decision-making, creative thinking, and problem-solving
- Practice a variety of communication strategies develop your personal Leadership Skills Portfolio
By the end of the LIAS Programme, you will:
- Improve and broaden your repertoire of leadership skills, especially in
- Develop the confidence to create and lead teams in diverse settings
- Get a better understanding of leadership communication
- Learn ways to explore your own identity as a leader
- Expand professional network
Course Dates:13th - 17th October 2025
Course Language: English
Application Deadline: 22nd September 2025
Further information: https://courses.educalliance.eu/course/522
Taste Czech
Objectives
- You'll quickly master essential phrases through audiolingual, interactive and communicative teaching methods.
- Each lesson is full of activities that make the learning process feel like a breeze.
- From classroom sessions to thrilling outdoor experiences, including excursions, trips, and cultural happenings.
- We ensure that your journey with Czech is as natural as it is enjoyable.
Course Dates:14th - 18th July 2025
Course Language: English
Application Deadline: 20th June 2025
Further information: https://courses.educalliance.eu/course/521
