Day of Teaching 2025 at IB Hochschule – chances and risks of Artificial Intelligence

On Day of Teaching we, together with our lecturers, explored the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence. Central questions were: Why does AI play an ever larger role for our university, our teaching and research? Which legal framework conditions are relevant? Which chances and risks does modern AI bring – and which ethical questions must we consider?

Alongside two exciting input talks by Prof. Dr. Alexandra Jorzig and Prof. Dr. Markus Dormann, Prof. Dr. Dr. Thomas Ufer presented the newly established Ethics Council. The event was moderated by Dipl. Päd. Lena Setzepfand.

Particularly exciting was the look at the didactic possibilities of AI in teaching: how can AI support, individualise and optimise teaching and learning processes? Which role do learning analytics, adaptive learning environments and automated feedback systems play? Discussions made clear that AI in teaching-learning settings goes far beyond mere automation – it can further differentiate personalised learning, analyse learning behaviour and specifically support teachers, but must always be thought of against the background of ethical and legal dimensions.

Furthermore, the topic of AI and exams at the university was discussed. Which new challenges arise from the use of AI-supported tools in exams? How can exam formats be adapted to ensure responsible handling of AI? And what role do authenticity, fairness and equal opportunities play in this context? These questions were intensively explored, with various approaches and best practices being mentioned.

How relevant the topic is was shown by the lively discussions with our lecturers and participating external lecturers. The day was a complete success and made clear that AI does not replace teaching – but, used competently, can enrich it.