National Multiplier Events

Join us for AI in Higher Education events across Europe

As part of the AI-HED project, we are organising national multiplier events in three European cities. These events bring together educators, researchers, and higher education professionals to explore the impact of Artificial Intelligence on teaching and learning.

Each event will feature presentations, discussions, and hands-on activities showcasing the project's results, including AI literacy resources, training materials, and policy recommendations for higher education institutions.

University of Applied Sciences BFI Vienna
Vienna, Austria

National Multiplier Event — Vienna

Organiser: UAS-BFI

Date: 28 May 2026, 15:00 – 18:00

Venue: Online

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Faculty of Organization and Informatics, University of Zagreb
Varaždin, Croatia

National Multiplier Event — Varaždin

Organiser: University of Zagreb Faculty of Organisation and Informatics

Date: 14 May 2026

Venue: UNIZG FOI, building FOI1, Faculty hall (top floor, south wing), Pavlinska 2, 42 000 Varaždin

Leader: Asst Prof. Bogdan Okreša Đurić, PhD

Moderators: Ana Kutnjak, PhD, Larisa Hrustek, PhD, Matija Šajn, MA

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School of Communication and Media Studies, Polytechnic University of Lisbon
Lisbon, Portugal

National Multiplier Event — Lisbon

Organiser: ESCS-IPL

Date: 9 July 2026, 14:00 – 17:30

Venue: ESCS — Escola Superior de Comunicação Social, Lisboa

Target audience: Higher education teachers in Portugal

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Programme — Vienna, Austria

28 May 2026, 15:00 – 18:00 · Online

AI-HED implemented: Lessons Learned, Best Practices and the Future of Academic Teaching with AI. Participants will receive the link to the event two days before it takes place.

Time Content
15:00 – 15:15 Welcome & Introduction
Overview of the AI-HED Project: Goals, Activities, Results
Dietmar Paier & Anastasija Lyubova, Teaching & Learning Center, UAS BFI Vienna
15:15 – 16:00 Evaluation of 25 Pilot Courses at 4 European Universities of Applied Sciences
  • Evaluation design & key findings on the impact of AI on teaching & learning
    Erik Kostelijk, Associate Professor, UAS Amsterdam
  • Analysis of Instructor Logbooks: What didactic strategies and teaching scenarios did AI-HED pilot teachers implement?
    Dietmar Paier, Head of Teaching & Learning Center, UAS BFI Vienna
16:00 – 16:10 Break
16:10 – 17:00 3 Best Practices from UAS BFI Vienna
  • Critical and comparative use of AI rather than passive tool use
    Courses: Introduction to Political Science & Public Affairs in the EU (Master)
    Bernhard Zeilinger, Lecturer & Research Assistant, EWUF
  • Promoting autonomy and self-correction through learning with AI
    Course: “Spanish 1” (Bachelor)
    Lola Dorado, Lecturer, Head of Spanish Language Teaching, EWUF
  • Smart assignment for the productive use of AI in learning processes
    Course: “Process Management” (Master)
    Fritz Stallinger, Head of Multi-Project- and Integrated Management, PORG/PMDA
Q&A with pilot teachers — Moderation: Anastasija Lyubova
17:00 – 17:10 Break
17:10 – 17:55 How Can We Shape the Future of Higher Education with AI? Recommendations from the AI-HED Project
  • Key Recommendations from the AI-HED White Paper
    Dietmar Paier, TLC
  • Breakout sessions: Discussion Groups on Specific AI-HED Recommendations
  • Plenary Session: Findings and Perspectives from the Discussion Groups
    Moderation: Anastasija Lyubova
17:55 – 18:00 Closing

Programme — Varaždin, Croatia

14 May 2026 · UNIZG FOI, Faculty hall, Pavlinska 2, 42 000 Varaždin

The AI-HED national multiplier event consists of an interactive and practical workshop and discussion focused on the direct application of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the classroom. Target group are 50 signed-up secondary school teachers.

Time Content
14:45 – 15:00 Gathering and preparation
15:00 – 15:15 Opening of the event and introduction to the AI-HED project
15:15 – 16:45 Workshop on the topic of applying artificial intelligence tools to enhance various aspects of the pedagogical and teaching processes
16:45 – 17:30 Light networking with a late lunch
17:30 – 18:15 Discussion and feedback
18:15 – 18:45 Information about the MOOC
18:45 – 19:00 Closing of the event

Programme — Lisbon, Portugal

9 July 2026, 14:00 – 17:30 · ESCS — Escola Superior de Comunicação Social, Lisboa

The Lisbon national multiplier event publicly presents the consolidated results of the AI-HED pilot semester — 24 courses implemented, 1,100+ students, 70% of teachers recommend AI integration — with ESCS at the centre: 8 of its own pilot courses in Journalism, Public Relations, and Audiovisual & Multimedia. The day also features the presentation of the project's public outputs (Starter Kit, MOOC, Guidelines, "From the Classroom" section) and an institutional debate on AI in Portuguese higher education.

Time Content Format
14:00 – 14:30 Welcome coffee Networking
14:30 – 14:45 Opening Session Short speeches
14:45 – 15:30 Keynote: "AI and its Biases"
Prof. António Lopes | ISCTE-IUL 		Talk
15:30 – 15:50 AI Integration in Courses: Results
Presentation of AI-HED pilot course results
Prof.ª Tatiana Nunes | ESCS-IPL / LIACOM 		Presentation
15:50 – 16:10 Coffee break Networking
16:10 – 16:30 From the Classroom: Best Practices
Prof.ª Vera Moutinho | ESCS-IPL / LIACOM 		Presentation
16:30 – 16:50 Resources for AI Integration in Teaching and Learning
Prof. Bruno Amaral | ESCS-IPL 		Presentation
16:50 – 17:20 Reflection Session on AI Use in Higher Education
Prof.ª Ana Raposo | ESCS-IPL / LIACOM 		Discussion
17:20 – 17:30 Closing Session
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