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Category: Education
Critically exploring AI for a literature search: library project outcomes
Over the past academic year, colleagues from different Maastricht University (UM) Library teams collaborated on a project to develop criteria for evaluating the output of (generative) AI tools. Existing evaluation methods, such as the well-known CRAAP-test, fall short when it comes to evaluating AI output.
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Looking back at the library workshops at the 2026 UM Education Days
During this year’s Maastricht University (UM) Education Days, colleagues from the UM Library shared practical approaches to educational innovation. Through two interactive workshops, participants explored how emerging technologies can enrich teaching while encouraging students to use them critically and responsibly.
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What digital literacy competences should every UM student have?
Maastricht University Library is currently developing a Digital Literacy Competence Framework to help define the digital knowledge, skills and attitudes students should develop during their studies. Faculty consultations are now underway to help shape the framework and explore how these competences can be embedded into curricula across Maastricht University (UM).
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New Canvas online training course for UM staff
The new Maastricht University (UM) online training course will help teachers and tutors get the most out of Canvas.
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OpenUP Grant: deadline extended until 21 June 2026
Due to the many expressions of interest we have received, and in response to several requests for additional time, we have decided to extend the application deadline for the OpenUP Grant.
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Investing in open research information: OpenAlex partnership and end of Scopus license
Maastricht University Library is taking a significant step towards open research information by investing in a partner subscription with OpenAlex. At the same time, the library has decided to cancel its Scopus license with effect from 1 January 2027.
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OpenUP Grant: applications now open!
From today, educators at Maastricht University (UM) can apply for the OpenUP Grant, an opportunity to transform your teaching materials into open, accessible, and reusable resources.
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OpenUP Grant: Unlock €5.000 to transform your learning materials into FAIR resources!
Are you an educator looking to enhance your courses with innovative learning materials? The OpenUP Grant offers you the opportunity to license and share the learning materials you have created as Open Educational Resources (OER).
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What if exam prep felt more like a conversation than a countdown?
Aki Härmä and Julie Bauer explore a more open, interactive way for students to learn. Most exam preparation follows a familiar pattern: read notes, try a few questions, realise you know less than you thought, panic a little, then carry on. But what if revision could talk back?
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Qualtrics check-up required: ensure your survey is ready for the new academic year
With the start of the new academic year approaching, many are preparing surveys in Qualtrics. This year, there is one extra step in your pre-launch checklist: Verifying your Survey Taking Experience.
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