The main topic of the course: Assessment of Learning, using big data
Language of the course: English
Subtitles available: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish
When the course is available? Every time (approx time 14 hours)
Webpage of the course: https://www.coursera.org/learn/assessmentforlearning
The target group of the course: HE teachers
The main topic of the course: Introduction to EdTech MOOC is designed to explore EdTech fundamentals and build the foundational knowledge for educators, institutions, entrepreneurs and governments to appreciate the impact and potential of new tools, technologies, business models and learning methods in education.
Language of the course: English
Subtitles available: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish
When the course is available? Every time (approx time 14 hours)
Webpage of the course: https://www.coursera.org/learn/introduction-to-edtech
Target group of the course: HE teachers
The main topic of the course: The Learning to Teach Online (LTTO) MOOC will help you develop a working understanding of successful online teaching strategies that you can apply in your own practice. The course is based on the multi-award-winning open educational resource developed by Dr Simon McIntyre and Karin Watson.
Language of the course: English
Subtitles available: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish
When the course is available? Every time (approx time 17 hours)
Webpage of the course: https://www.coursera.org/learn/teach-online
The target group of the course: HE teachers
The main topic of the course: Online assessment
Language of the course: English
When the course is available? Unlimited
Webpage of the course: https://mooc.ili.eu/ilias.php?baseClass=ilrepositorygui&reloadpublic=1&cmd=frameset&ref_id=1
The target group of the course: The content is conceptualised for both beginners and people with prior experience in online assessment.
The main topic of the course: The course caters to a novice or an expert user of technology, offering a choice across four unique quests - to explore tools, and resources, and take up challenges and tasks based on learner's level and interest.
Language of the course: English, French
When the course is available? Unlimited. The course takes about 25-30 hours to complete.
Webpage of the course: https://mgiep.unesco.org/the-digital-teacher
The target group of the course: The Digital Teacher is a course for in-service and pre-service teachers (K-12 and Higher Education), educators, curriculum developers, instructional designers and others interested in using digital technologies for creating learning experiences.
INFORMATION & DIGITAL LITERACY FOR UNIVERSITY SUCCESS
The main topic of the course:
Developing information and digital literacy skills to support successful participation in academic study in English-medium higher education.
Language of the course:
English
Subtitles available:
Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish
When the course is available?
Every time (approx. 37 hours)
Webpage of the course:
https://www.coursera.org/learn/digital-literacy
The target group of the course:
HE teachers
LEARNING, KNOWLEDGE, AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
The main topic of the course:
Understanding major learning and development theories (behaviourism, brain developmentalism, social cognitivism) and applying them to analyse technology-mediated learning environments.
Language of the course:
English
Subtitles available:
Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish, Hungarian
When the course is available?
Every time (approx. 9 hours)
Webpage of the course:
https://www.coursera.org/learn/learning-knowledge-human-development
The target group of the course:
HE teachers
Description of the course:
This course guides higher education teachers in integrating digital technologies into teaching and learning across four modules. Participants explore course design that meets students’ needs, curriculum digitalisation, technology-enhanced assessment, and connecting learning with real-world problem solving. Practical strategies, hands-on exercises, multimedia resources, and self-assessment tools help educators enhance engagement, foster digital skills, and create innovative, future-ready learning environments.
Modules of the course:
Module 2: Empowers educators to integrate digitalisation into curriculum design, teaching, learning, and assessment, promoting digital literacy and student engagement.
Module 3: Helps teachers enhance assessment practices through digital technologies, interpret learning data, provide feedback, and plan follow-up actions.
Module 4: Supports teachers in designing digitally enhanced courses that connect learning with real-world problem solving and effective stakeholder collaboration.
Language of the course: English
When the course is available / approximate time: Continuously, freely available, self-paced; microlearning format
Webpage of the course: PROFFORMANCE short courses portal
Target group of the course: Higher education teachers
The main topic of the course: Enhancing diversity competencies of course leaders, Target group are course leaders who are involved in curriculum design and delivery.
Language of the course: English
When the course is available? Continuously
Webpage of the course: https://assessment.fh-ooe.at/course/view.php?id=430
Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general; Course leaders
The main topic of the course
Once you have completed this course, you should be able to create a heterogeneity-sensitive teaching & learning environment which supports the social and academic integration of all students (especially in the transition phase) and helps to strengthen students’ sense of belonging to their Higher Education Institution. You will get to know tools and methods that make it easier for students to adapt to university life and that help to increase the social interaction of (all) students. You will be better equipped to deal with different forms of student crisis and at the same time will take better care of your own well-being.
Language of the course: English
When the course is available? Continuously
Webpage of the course: https://assessment.fh-ooe.at/course/view.php?id=1022
Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general
The main topic of the course
The course includes inclusive education-related topics to help HE faculty build soft skills and competencies and integrate inclusive learning and teaching practices.
Language of the course: English
When the course is available? Continuously
Webpage of the course: https://mooc.inclusivehe.eu/
Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general
The main topic of the course
It offers learning materials. This material helps to understand the purpose of the UDeL-model and how to use the model in practice. The main idea of this material is to help teachers make e-learning more accessible for all students.
Language of the course: English
When the course is available? Continuously
Webpage of the course: https://www.hamk.fi/projects/tinel/?lang=en#learning-materials
Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general
TEACHING IN HIGHER EDUCATION: INCLUSIVE & DIVERSE
The main topic of the course:
Concrete, practical approaches for university teachers to design inclusive and diversity-sensitive learning environments; developed by the University of Vienna.
Language of the course:
German
When the course is available?
Continuously
Webpage of the course:
https://imoox.at/course/Hochschullehre1?lang=en
Target group of the course:
Higher education teachers
LEADING FOR EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN HIGHER EDUCATION
The main topic of the course:
Leadership skills for equity, diversity, and inclusion in higher education; designed for professionals interested in developing leadership competences for diverse academic environments.
Language of the course:
English
When the course is available?
Every time (Coursera – free to audit)
Webpage of the course:
https://www.coursera.org/learn/leading-for-equity-diversity-inclusion
Target group of the course:
Higher education professionals and leaders
INCLUSIVE TEACHING
The main topic of the resource:
Extensive materials and guidelines supporting inclusive teaching practices at university level.
Language of the resource:
English
When the resource is available?
Continuously
Webpage of the resource:
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/teaching-learning/publications/2019/aug/inclusive-teaching
Target group of the resource:
Higher education teachers
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN EDUCATION
The main topic of the course:
Introduction to diversity and inclusion in educational settings; an informative, educational course focusing on key DEI principles.
Language of the course:
English
When the course is available?
Every time (Coursera – free to audit)
Webpage of the course:
https://www.coursera.org/learn/diversity-and-inclusion-education
Target group of the course:
Educators in all sectors, including higher education
Course overview:
This course helps educators create inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning environments. Participants learn how to integrate inclusive practices into course design, diversify teaching strategies, implement fair assessment methods, and foster a sense of belonging for all students.
Module summaries:
Module 1: Introduces principles of inclusive course design, enabling educators to create learning environments that accommodate diverse student needs and backgrounds.
Module 2: Focuses on inclusive teaching practices, offering strategies for accessibility, engagement, and equitable participation in the classroom.
Module 3: Provides guidance on inclusive assessment practices that recognise diverse learner profiles and support fair, transparent evaluation.
Module 4: Helps educators cultivate inclusive learning cultures that strengthen student belonging, empower underrepresented groups, and create respectful academic communities.
Language of the course: English
When the course is available / approximate time: Continuously, freely available, self-paced; microlearning format
Webpage of the course: PROFFORMANCE short courses portal
Target group of the course: Higher education teachers
The main topic of the course: Improving the knowledge of instructional English required for teaching.
Language of the course: English
When the course is available? Periodically
Webpage of the course: https://www.cambridgeenglish.org/Images/269978-improving-emi-skills-for-university-lecturers.pdf
Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general
The main topic of the course: Help university teachers design and teach courses attaining to the needs of international students and mixed groups of home and international students
Language of the course: English
When the course is available? Periodically
Webpage of the course: https://fphil.uniba.sk/en/services/projects/impact/course-effective-teaching-for-internationalisation/
Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general
The main topic of the course: Course Effective teaching
Language of the course: English
When the course is available? Continuously
Webpage of the course: https://www.coursera.org/lecture/teaching-english/1-2-1-what-is-english-medium-instruction-emi-JuDPq
Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general
The main topic of the course: Learn how to infuse a global dimension into your curriculum to prepare students for success in today's interconnected world.
Language of the course: English
When the course is available? Periodically
Webpage of the course: https://www.alamo.edu/about-us/offices-departments/departments/international-programs/global-learning-courses/workshop/
Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general
The main topic of the course: Internationalized content, teaching and assessment methodology
Language of the course: English
Subtitles available:
When the course is available? Periodically
Webpage of the course: https://uwaterloo.ca/centre-for-teaching-excellence/catalogs/tip-sheets/strategies-course-internationalization
Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general
Course overview:
This course guides higher education teachers in integrating internationalisation into course design, teaching, and assessment. Participants explore strategies for embedding global perspectives, fostering intercultural competence, and designing inclusive, internationalised learning environments that prepare students for collaboration in diverse global contexts.
Module summaries:
Module 1: Introduces educators to internationalised course design, focusing on integrating global perspectives and intercultural elements into learning outcomes, content, and activities.
Module 2: Supports teachers in applying international and intercultural pedagogies that promote collaboration, cultural awareness, and meaningful interaction in diverse learning settings.
Module 3: Provides tools for designing assessment strategies that reflect global learning goals, encourage intercultural reflection, and support the development of international competences.
Module 4: Helps educators create authentic, globally oriented learning experiences by integrating international case studies, cross-border collaboration, and real-world global challenges.
Language of the course: English
When the course is available / approximate time: Continuously, freely available, self-paced; microlearning format
Webpage of the course: PROFFORMANCE short courses portal
Target group of the course: Higher education teachers
The main topic of the course
Introduce the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their applicability in a Higher Education context • Critically evaluate how Higher Education Institutes can advance and lead the implementation of the SDGs • Explore the synergies between existing sustainability initiatives e.g. Green Campus, Health Campus programmes, community engagement etc., and the SDGs • Explore opportunities to embed the SDGs across the curriculum and beyond
Language of the course: English
When the course is available? No information
Webpage of the course: https://www.teachingandlearning.ie/event/exploring-ways-to-embed-the-sustainable-development-goals-into-the-curriculum/
Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general
The main topic of the course
Learners will be introduced to the concept of eco-pedagogy and examine how this approach can transform Education for Sustainable Development (ESD). Using innovative strategies, you’ll discover how to develop a curriculum that encourages socially responsible learners who actively engage with climate action.
Language of the course: English
When the course is available? Free (Limited access - material).
Webpage of the course: https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/teaching-sustainability-climate-action-in-schools
Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general
The main topic of the course
allows you to acquire knowledge on the concept of sustainability and the Ecological Footprint, by using examples and contexts from real life. It also helps you to understand what approaches can you make to address the global sustainability issue.
Language of the course: English
When the course is available? Continuously
Webpage of the course: https://aulaberta.uab.pt/blocks/catalog/detail.php?id=59
Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general; Wide
The main topic of the course
The course is interdisciplinary with a focus on Education for Sustainable Development, and the UN SDGs, aiming for developing the ability to learn and teach for sustainability. The course develops knowledge of environmental problems and ecological, social and economic perspectives of sustainability, and allows learners to gain experience and knowledge of T&L towards sustainability.
Language of the course: English
When the course is available? No information
Webpage of the course: https://utbildningsinfo.mau.se/kurs/kursplan/NM164E/20232
Target group of the course: HEI Students
The main topic of the course
intended to provide current and future educators with the knowledge and skills to infuse their lessons and practices with sustainability, along with a link to an online resource library designed to help educators find activities and lessons that align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Language of the course: English
When the course is available? Continously
Webpage of the course: https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/res-env-006-teaching-with-sustainability-january-iap-2022/
Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general
Course overview:
This course supports educators in integrating sustainable development into teaching and learning through Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) approaches. It offers tools to embed sustainability in course design, teaching methods, assessment, and societal engagement, empowering students to contribute to a more sustainable and equitable future.
Module summaries:
Module 1: Helps educators integrate sustainable development into student-centred course design through ESD strategies that foster mindset and behaviour change.
Module 2: Supports teachers in embedding sustainability across teaching and learning using ESD pedagogies, student-led initiatives, and environmentally conscious practices.
Module 3: Equips educators with tools to integrate sustainability principles into assessment by designing eco-friendly, competence-based, and reflective evaluation methods.
Module 4: Helps educators incorporate societal impact and sustainable development into their teaching, empowering students to drive transformative change.
Language of the course: English
When the course is available / approximate time: Continuously, freely available, self-paced; microlearning format
Webpage of the course: PROFFORMANCE short courses portal
Target group of the course: Higher education teachers
Course overview: This toolkit from UCL helps educators across all disciplines to embed Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) into their teaching and assessment practices. It provides practical strategies, reflective questions, and pedagogical ideas to support students in engaging with sustainability issues and developing agency in a global transition.
Language of the course: English
Availability: Continuously available, self-paced
Webpage: Embedding sustainability into your teaching and learning | Teaching & Learning - UCL – University College London
Target group: Teachers
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