Programm

Corinna Will (NABU), Diana Haugwitz (Qualitus GmbH)

Format: Lightning Talk

Language: German

Target audience / Requirements:

• Anyone working with ILIAS
• No prior knowledge required
  

Keywords: Voluntary Learning; Open Learning Opportunities; User-Friendliness; Nature Conservation; Climate Protection

Learning without pressure — but with fun! Is that possible? Yes! But how do you design a platform that is freely accessible, intuitive and motivating? How can you reach different target groups, make learning progress visible and still maintain the voluntary nature? This is exactly what this talk is about. The NABU learning platform “NABU-Wissen.de” demonstrates how knowledge can be made easily accessible. The goal was to lower barriers and create a flexible, sustainable system using only ILIAS's standard tools.

The entry point must be intuitive while allowing adjustments for different needs. Content must be clearly structured and tailored to the target audience. Additionally, learning materials need to remain up to date without erasing previously achieved progress. Custom adjustments are not only expensive but also require intensive maintenance — so it was essential to get the most out of ILIAS’s existing functions.

The solution? A smart, flexible concept. Users select their target group and immediately gain access to relevant content. An API interface filters course metadata and enables targeted course searches. Additionally, there are many freely accessible contents that can be used without registration — ideal for anonymous, straightforward learning. Registered users, however, can save their progress and continue learning in a focused way. The result is a platform with a clear structure, modern design and intuitive navigation that promotes voluntary learning without creating barriers.

This talk provides insight into the development of the learning platform and presents concrete solutions to the challenges of voluntary learning.

Learning objectives:

Chris Potter (ILIAS e.V.)

Format: Lecture

Language: English

Target groups / requirements: No special requirements

Keywords: English Language, UX

A hopefully amusing and useful attempt to highlight some of the language issues I encounter regularly in my work. Examples will be in and about English, but in many cases will apply to writing in other languages too.

'What work is that?' I hear the person at the back cry (don't worry, I'll pay you at the end). Good question! I work directly for the ILIAS Society, responsible for, among other things, squirrel taming, tea tasting and anything to do with the English language.

What I do not want to do is to perch my glasses on the end of my nose and lecture anyone about the Oxford comma. Instead I want to get people actively thinking about how they write and who their audience is.

Whether you are creating content such as Surveys, Learning Modules, etc. or are writing plug-ins or adapting ILIAS itself, you will be confronted with the daunting prospect of... using words. These words make perfect sense to you of course, but are they immediately and easily understandable to other people? This is especially difficult when working in a language that is not your mother tongue.

Gently inspired by Kurt Tucholsky and George Orwell, I intend to gently roast everyone who butchers the English language.

Learning objectives:

• Thinking a little more clearly about how to write in English for international audiences and will having gained a couple of little tricks for getting an idea from their head to another person's head
• Introduction to some of the main stylistic elements of English that differ from other language, especially German
• Becoming more confident when it comes to writing in English and learning where to go for help / extra information

Nicole Adam (University of Cologne - CompetenceCenter E-Learning)

Format: Lightning Talk

Language: German

Target Groups / Prerequisites: No particular requirements

Keywords: open education, OER, cooperation using and in ILIAS, step-by-step instructions for ILIAS

Participations, collaboration and openness - all in in the spirit of Open Education - have become established as central principles in higher education. In order to actively bring these values to life, Cologne University's CompetenceCenter E-Learning (CCE) runs an additional open ILIAS platform, 'EduLabs' alongside their regular platform ('Digitale Lernwelt').

The name 'EduLabs' combines two perspectives: 'Edu' stands for education, whilst 'labs' stresses the experimental character of the platform. It is a home for technical and conceptual ideas that are not yet present in the university's standard ILIAS (the 'Digitale Lernwelt'). Using EduLabs, users can experiment with educational technologies in protected spaces, implement innovative digital teaching and learning concepts and co-creatively develop and test ideas and projects across universities and with external partners. The results can then be made freely available to the public - for example as Open Educational Resources (OER).

In this Lightning Talk we will introduce EduLabs and also several examples of successful cooperation and OER projects. The project ‘Bildung für nachhaltige Entwicklung durch Open Educational Resources vermitteln’ (providing education for sustainable development via Open Educational Resources) will be shown as an example of successful cooperation (Institute of Geography Education, University of Cologne, Director: Prof. Dr. Alexandra Budke). Several H5P-element-enriched ILIAS learning modules have been created which address various ESD (education for sustainable development) topics. This project combines a topic of major public concern, sustainability, with the principle of open education for all - and impressively demonstrates how appealing and interactive ILIAS learning modules can be made.

Learning goals:

• To be able to describe the purpose and benefits of EduLabs
• To get to know about the successful collaborations and OER projects from EduLabs and be able to assess the added value they bring to teaching
• To find out about the different areas of OpenSupport (tools, scenarios, design) and to be able to apply them in a targetted manner in one's own teaching

Prof. Dr. Kai E. Wünsche (University of Applied Sciences of Public Administration and Legal Affairs of the Free State of Saxony (FH) Meißen)

Format: Lecture

Language: German

Target audience / Requirements: No special requirements

Keywords: Classroom-based teaching, myths, asynchronous online courses, learning pace

This lecture aims to debunk widespread myths about the supposed advantages of classroom-based teaching and to discuss new — and often uncritically accepted — arguments presented by its advocates. The focus is on addressing, questioning and refuting common sceptical arguments while gathering and discussing new perspectives.

The following myths, among others, will be addressed:
1. In face-to-face teaching, I can immediately see whether students are following or have dropped out.
2. In face-to-face teaching, students ask questions right away when they don't understand something.
3. Classroom-based teaching takes the same amount of time for everyone.

Learning objectives:

• Become familiar with e-learning support structures
• Gain argumentation strategies for dealing with e-learning sceptics
• Understand the benefits of asynchronous online courses

Franziska Wandelmaier (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology - KIT)

Format: Lightning Talk

Language: German

Target Groups / Prerequisites: No particular requirements

Keywords: e-assessment, bwLehrpool, ILIAS, online exams

In this talk we will look at how ILIAS online exams at KIT can be written in computer labs using BWLehrpool. In doing so, we will also look at the legal framework that needs to be taken into consideration as well as the technically implemented measures, for example the automatic creation of the examination course on the examination instance, the automatic transfer of the students registered for the examination in the Campus Management System to the examination course, the restricted access to the examination instance during the examination, and the centralised booking of the computer labs required for a computer lab examination.

Learning goals:

• To find about about one possible way to conduct online examinations in computer labs using ILIAS

Nicole Dobosz, Jesús Copado (SURLABS)

Format: Workshop

Language: German

Target audience / Requirements: LTI users in ILIAS

Keywords: LTI, Learning Tools Interoperability

SURLABS, as the maintainer of the LTI tool in ILIAS, presents the latest developments and future plans for the full integration of the LTI protocol. The goal is to establish ILIAS as a certified LTI partner and unlock the full potential of the interface, as is common in other learning management systems (LMS).

This workshop invites the community to actively contribute to further development, helping improve the user experience in ILIAS based on real-world requirements. Together we will discuss didactic workflows, technical challenges, best practices, and possible next steps!

Learning objectives:

• Know the current state of LTI in ILIAS
• Understand which features are still missing for full LTI 1.3 compatibility
• Know the roadmap for ILIAS certification as an LTI tool

Kenji-T. Nishino (University of Cologne - CompetenceCenter E-Learning)

Format: Lightning Talk

Language: German

Target Groups / Prerequisites:

• Those interested in examination didactics
• No special prior knowledge required

Keywords: test and assessment, taxonomy levels, examination didactics

One part of my work is the provision of didactic examination content based on Bloom and Krathwohl's taxonomies. E-exams in ILIAS enable an economical form of examination by means of automated evaluation, but higher taxonomic levels often require more open task formats, which are more complex to evaluate. The challenge is therefore to develop closed tasks that nevertheless reflect higher cognitive requirements.

If you look into the work of Bloom and Krathwohl, you will plenty of examples, some of which have been adapted for digital examinations. Cloze questions in particular, due to their versatility, have proven to be an effective tool to fulfil higher taxonomy requirements. Using examples from English literature, especially Shakespeare, I will demonstrate how cloze questions can be used specifically at the taxonomy levels of ‘understanding’, ‘applying’ and ‘analysing’. The corresponding question pool can be viewed by examiners in the CCE Support Centre.

Learning goals:

• Insight into a question pool which can be used as inspiration for your own exam formats
• To recognise how cloze questions can be used specifically to map complex cognitive processes
• To reflect on the tension between the economic implementation of examinations and didactic quality in e-examinations

Jesús Copado; Daniel Cazalla (SURLABS)

Format: Lecture

Language: English

Target groups / requirements: No previous knowledge required

Keywords: AI, regulation, europe

Embark on a high-stakes mission with SURLABS as we channel our inner secret agent in the realm of AI-driven online learning. Discover the latest features of our AIChat software and gain access to cutting-edge ILIAS tools designed to revolutionize digital education. Along the way, we will deftly navigate the complex EU AI regulatory landscape, ensuring that our pursuit of innovation remains both thrilling and fully compliant with emerging legislation.

Learning objectives:

• To be able to integrate AI tools they don't know in their ILIAS platforms
• To get a clear Statement about the state of the art on the AI technology for education
• To get a clear Statement about the state of the art on the AI regulation in Europe

Ingo Jakisch (DHBW)

Format: Presentation

Language: German, English

Requirements:

• ILIAS knowledge with focus on didactic use
• Basic understanding of permission structures in ILIAS

Keywords: Usability, Activating learners, Self-study, Study preparation, Celebrating (learning) success

The DHBW is planning changes for the ILIAS-based online study preparation (mainly self-learning scenarios, supplemented by tutorial support and transitions to classroom courses) concerning the presentation of the provided materials. These materials are largely based on the learning objective-oriented courses in mathematics developed in the BMBF-funded "optes" project. Feedback from students ("mentees") shows that it is often difficult to identify and work through the currently relevant content from the abundance of available resources.

A newly created or to-be-created component in ILIAS (Page-Component-Plugin) is intended to highlight the learning task and progress more clearly for mentees. This aims to provide better guidance and increase activity levels. Additionally, the content structure is being revised. In the previous setup (based on learning objective-oriented courses, "LoKs"), learners only received feedback on their progress very late. Small adjustments using ILIAS' built-in features are now designed to provide earlier recognition of learners' efforts and achievements, thereby boosting motivation.

The presentation will showcase the planning status for winter 2024/25 and the progress achieved by spring 2025, and invites discussion.

Learning objectives:

• Learn ideas for redesigning (self-)learning scenarios in ILIAS
• Get inspiration for structuring ILIAS content in a more learner-friendly way
• Assess whether and how the presented ideas and implementations could be helpful for your own scenarios

Bernd Rumphorst (Head of Training Coordination, LVM Insurance) / Claudia Glander (Managing Director, CaT Concepts and Training GmbH)

Format: Presentation

Language: German

Target Audience:

• ILIAS users who organize vocational training for employees, whether within a company or a public institution
• Anyone interested in practical examples of using ILIAS

Keywords: Vocational training, individual assessment, learner support, transparency for managers

In corporate vocational training, complex and versatile learning concepts are applied. A crucial part of this training is the regular and differentiated assessment of learners to ensure targeted support and guidance. Typically, assessments are carried out by trainers, but participants and their managers are also involved in the process.

Using the example of LVM Insurance, we will demonstrate how an optimal assessment process in vocational training can be achieved and how it is possible to integrate this process with the "Individual Assessment" object in combination with the "ILIAS Course" for a successful outcome for all participants.

Learning objectives:

• Learn about the ILIAS "Individual Assessment" object and explore its extended features in ILIAS 9.1
• Create individual and reusable assessment forms
• Assign and use roles based on positions
• Get ideas and inspiration for using "Individual Assessment"

Özden Şenarslan MA (Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf)

Format: Lightning Talk

Language: German

Prerequisites: No prior knowledge needed

Keywords: onboarding, ILIAS community, testimonial

Getting started in a new community can be challenging - this is also the case in the ILIAS community. How do you find your way around? What structures and processes are there? And how do you manage to get quickly up to speed and contribute productively?

In many business there is a structured onboarding programme that helps new members of staff to learn the ropes and to network. But how is that meant to work in an open community like ILIAS? In this report I am going to share my personal impressions from my own onboarding process, shine a light on the challenges and show which factors helped me to quickly find my way around the community.

The goal of this talk is to give valuable insight into the process of onboarding new community members, to identify possible improvements and to discuss how joining the ILIAS community can be made even easier in the future.

Learning goals:

• To recognise the importance of a structured onboarding procedure
• To scrutinise the onboarding process in the ILIAS community
• To be able to draw conclusions for one's own company or organisation from those factors that could be regarded as successes, those that could be regarded as challenges, and the conclusions based on these.

Dr. Elyesa Seidel (Heinrich-Heine-University Düsseldorf / ZIM-MLS)

Format: Presentation

Language: German

Prerequisites:

• Interest in the further development of ILIAS with respect to compliance and security
• Openness to exchange and discussion about privacy-friendly development approaches

Keywords: Privacy by Design, data protection, ILIAS development

Data protection should not be an afterthought but an integral part of the development process from the very beginning. Privacy by Design means integrating data protection directly into the software—not as an obligation, but as a benefit for a secure, user-friendly, and trustworthy platform.

In this presentation, we will look at why focusing on data protection early on is important and what challenges may arise. We will also take a look at the Privacy Clinic, which provides support within the community and advocates for privacy-friendly development. The goal of the presentation is to raise awareness among developers and administrators and to discuss how we can sustainably make ILIAS compliant with data protection regulations.

Learning objectives:

• Understand Privacy by Design: Recognize the importance of data protection as an integral part of ILIAS development
• Discuss challenges and solutions: Identify typical problems and possible approaches for privacy-friendly development practices
• Utilize community support: Get to know the Privacy Clinic as a platform and learn how to actively participate

Kendra Grotz, Yvonne Seile (University of Dortmund, University of Bern)

Format: Workshop

Language: German

Target Audience:

• Anyone interested in UI, UX, and Accessibility and who is involved or wants to get involved in the development of ILIAS
• People from development, conception, design, and project management

Keywords: Community work, design, accessibility, user experience

Experience the UI Clinic up close and benefit from direct interaction with experts!

Dive into the world of User Interface (UI), User Experience (UX), and Accessibility and take the opportunity to learn more about the regularly held UI Clinic format. In this interactive workshop, you will find an open atmosphere where you can:

• Ask questions about UI, UX, and Accessibility
• Exchange and discuss topics
• Work on concrete concepts

As experts, we will provide valuable tips, well-founded feedback, and practical advice. Whether you have an initial idea or are working on an existing project, bring your concerns and get inspired. We aim to provide easy access to our knowledge and make our design and thinking processes more transparent.

The UI Clinic is a great place to network with like-minded people and get targeted feedback on the development of attractive, user-friendly, and accessible interfaces.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn how to receive individual support through the regular format of the UI Clinic
• Get to know the faces and competencies of the UI/UX/Accessibility experts
• Understand the process of approaching UI framework developments
• Identify best practices and solutions for UI, UX, and Accessibility and apply them to your own projects

Denis Strassner (University of Hohenheim)

Format: Workshop

Language: German

Target Audience: Administrators, Power Users, Developers

Keywords: ILIAS Issues, Mantis Refinement

In 2021, Oliver Samoila and Denis Strassner founded the ILIAS Refinement working group, which focuses on the 'forgotten' bug reports in the Mantis bug tracker. Over the years, bug reports have accumulated that were either forgotten, left unaddressed, or simply overlooked. The ILIAS Refinement working group is tasked with reviewing whether these reports are still relevant for the current versions of ILIAS or if they can be closed.

In this workshop, we aim to show how to create meaningful bug reports that can later be reproduced on existing test installations. We will also look at the group's approach and work through some sample bug reports together. To participate, all you need is a laptop, a Mantis account (https://mantis.ilias.de), and an account on Test10 (https://test10.ilias.de), as well as an interest in ILIAS. Everything else will be explained and clarified in the workshop. Existing group members will be happy to support newcomers.

We hope to spark your interest in this important work toward a bug-free ILIAS!

Learning Objectives:

• Learn how to create effective bug reports
• Identify and reproduce open issues
• Support the community

Bettina Solzbacher (Helmut Schmidt University / University of the Armed Forces Hamburg)

Format: Presentation

Language: German

Target groups:

• Skin and style developers
• Those interested in ILIAS skins
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, SASS, JS would be advantageous

Keywords: ILIAS skin, ILIAS system style, ILIAS content style

Skin development at the HSU, planning and development of the associated content styles, reorganisation of the ILIAS page structure based on templates and JavaScript, implementation of small features to improve usability, difficulties and solutions on the way to a new skin and style.

The participants should gain an insight into the development of styles by way of the new ILIAS 9 styles of the HSU / UniBw.

Learning goals:

• To find out about what can be done with skins and styles in ILIAS, beyond the simple modification of the skin

Marcel Hoeser (Uniklinik Freiburg)

Format: Lightning Talk

Language: German

Target groups:

• Media educators, administrative staff of public institutions, teachers
• ILIAS administrators

Keywords: public institution, school, media educator, challenges

From the perspective of a media educator, I would like to explain how we have integrated ILIAS into our training programme and how this has been implemented in the hospital. In addition to the organisational structure, I would like to explain how we use a ‘train-the-trainer’ concept to motivate media-savvy teachers to create their own learning content. Additionally, we offer further seminars on the topic of ILIAS that support our teaching staff and lecturers when it comes to digital teaching.

Yvonne Seiler (University of Bern)
Anja Thiel (University of Bern)

Format: Lightning Talk

Language: German / English

Target groups / Prerequisites:

• Those interested in adaptive learning paths in ILIAS
• Knowledge about how ILIAS learning modules and tests work would be helpful

Keywords: learning module, test, adaptive learning paths

In our Lightning Talk, we will show how learning modules and tests can be combined to create adaptive learning paths and how these can be available to students as an effective tool for self-directed study. The concept at the heart of this is one in which tests are not used to test knowledge, but to control access to subsequent learning content.

The goal of this Lightning Talk is to show how learning modules and tests can be creatively combined in order to create adaptive learning paths.

Learning goals:

• To understand how feedback on learning control questions is used as a method of to disclose passwords
• To understand how a test can be used as a password prompt for a learning module

Yvonne Seiler (University of Bern)
Anja Thiel (University of Bern)

Format: Workshop

Language: German / English

Target Audience / Prerequisites:

• Individuals with administrator rights in ILIAS groups or courses who want to adjust the rights settings of these groups or courses according to specific patterns
• Prerequisite: Knowledge of ILIAS groups and courses functionality and their rights system
• Basic knowledge of XML is helpful but not mandatory

Keywords: Didactic Template, Course, Group, Rights System

In our workshop, we will demonstrate how didactic templates can be creatively and effectively used in ILIAS to streamline regularly recurring processes.

In the first part of the workshop, we will present our practical example: we will explain the background and development of our ILIAS environment, where repurposed templates are used, and show how we analyzed the original functions of the templates and developed adjustments. This will highlight how these approaches have optimized our workflows. Together, we will then explore other potential applications where didactic templates can also be beneficial.

In the second part of the workshop, you will become active: you will have the opportunity to develop your own ideas and implement them in practice. You can directly repurpose templates and experiment with them to discover their potential for your specific requirements.

At the end of the workshop, you will not only have gained insights into our approaches but also hands-on experience. Our goal is to inspire you to rethink the possibilities of ILIAS and didactic templates, and to make optimal use of them for your specific needs.

The goal of the workshop is to show how didactic templates in ILIAS can be used to make recurring processes related to rights settings more efficient. In addition, participants will be empowered to develop their own ideas and leverage the potential of templates for their individual needs.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand how didactic templates work in ILIAS
• Make adjustments to existing templates to optimize processes
• Evaluate which scenarios would benefit from the use of didactic templates

Ann-Kathrin Bernards, Dr. Andreas Pippow (Fraunhofer FIT)

Format: Presentation

Language: German

Target Groups / Prerequisites:

• Those responsible for further education, E-learning experts and representatives from educational institutions
• No prior knowledge necessary

Keywords: generative AI, chatbots, AI Act

The increasing spread of artificial intelligence (AI) poses new challenges for adult education. The EU's AI Act makes it increasingly important for professionals and organisations to provide proof of their AI competence. But how can the acquisition of this AI competence be organised in an effective and practical manner?

One promising approach is to use generative AI chatbots, that make it possible for the learning content to be personalised and interactive. In this presentation, you will be shown how generative AI technologies can be integrated into ILIAS in a user-centred fashion and used in a didactically meaningful way.

The participants will gain comprehensive insight into the didactic design and the implementation of learning content based on AI. It will be shown how chatbots need to be set up to promote the sustainable acquisition of competencies, and which learning strategies are especially effective. Using concrete practical examples from existing training programmes, it will be shown how such a chatbot can be used within ILIAS and which technical possibilities the platform offers for connecting AI technologies. Additionally, central challenges such as ethical considerations, technical integration and didactic control will be addressed in order to identify potential solutions.

ILIAS can play an important role as a central platform for AI-supported further education content. Its open architecture allows the seamless integration of external AI services via interfaces, and additionally offers powerful tools for the analysis and evaluation of learning progress. Additionally, ILIAS can be used for the deployment of AI-supported tutoring systems that offer individual support for learners and systematically direct the learning process. This means that the platform is not just an environment for providing learning content, but becomes an active learning companion that, with the help of generative AI chatbots, caters to the needs of the learners.

This presentation is aimed at those responsible for further education, e-learning experts and educational institutions that wish to forge ahead with using AI in adult education. Connecting generative AI technologies with ILIAS opens up all sorts of possibilities for developing innovative and adaptable learning opportunities that meet the increasing requirements for AI competence. Especially with the AI Act in mind, it is crucial to design further training measures in such a way that they fulfil regulatory requirements and enable practical and sustainable learning.

Learning goals:

• Learn about chatbots and how to use them efficiently in ILIAS
• Find out about the technical, design and ethical aspects when it comes to developing and implementing chatbots
• Get to know how chatbots can be didactically integrated into further education in a meaningful way

Uwe Kohnle (Internetlehrer GmbH), Sebastian Stake (Ostwestfalen-Lippe University of Applied Sciences)

Format: Lecture

Language: German, English

Target Audience / Prerequisites:

• ILIAS users/decision-makers at universities
• Service providers for clients

Keywords: CloudObject, Cloud, mobile, Sciebo, BYOD, WebDAV

Seamlessly connecting ILIAS to cloud services like Nextcloud – is it possible? Yes, and without any complicated detours! The ILIAS.nrw project, in collaboration with Internetlehrer GmbH, has developed an alternative following the removal of the Cloud Object in ILIAS 8. With a new plugin, external cloud storage can be integrated via WebDAV.

Teachers and students benefit equally: Content no longer needs to be manually uploaded or duplicated but can be simply linked. This saves storage space, reduces redundancies, and makes material maintenance easier. Furthermore, access to the latest versions of documents is always ensured – a crucial advantage for collaborative work in courses. Teachers can save and edit files directly from the Explorer/Finder without having to reload them into the LMS.

In this session, we will present the plugin using selected pedagogical scenarios – including lectures, seminars/workshops, and group work. We will showcase practical use cases and discuss future developments to further optimize the integration.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand how the integration works in contrast to the now-removed Cloud Object
• Reflect on the advantages and disadvantages of cloud integration for students and teachers compared to the file object in ILIAS
• Learn the benefits of cloud integration in different pedagogical use cases in ILIAS
• Critically reflect on the implementation and potential future developments of the WebDAV integration

Julia Geißler, Lisa Ulzheimer (RheinMain University of Applied Sciences)

Format: Workshop

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites:

• Anyone interested in the topic of Learning Analytics and Artificial Intelligence
• No prior knowledge required

Keywords: Learning Analytics, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Implementation Process, International Perspective

In May 2025, four representatives from TU Darmstadt and RheinMain University of Applied Sciences will travel to Norway to explore how Learning Analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are applied there. These technologies offer new opportunities for personalizing teaching and learning processes but are still rarely used in Germany. In 2024, RheinMain University developed and launched its own AI interface, KI@HSRM. Since early 2024, an implementation process for Learning Analytics in teaching and learning processes has been underway.

Upon returning from the delegation trip to the University of Bergen to explore AI & Learning Analytics, we would like to discuss our new and existing insights with you.

We will briefly introduce the AI & Learning Analytics applications at RheinMain University. While the KI platform “ki-hsrm” is an independent, self-developed environment, Learning Analytics for teaching and learning scenarios is implemented using a plugin from the University of Mannheim in ILIAS. Afterward, based on the group's focus, we will discuss the methodological and didactic concepts for the meaningful implementation and use of Learning Analytics and AI in higher education, the creation of policies, and/or specific practical examples.

Depending on the group size, we will focus on one or more key questions and discuss/develop solutions:
- How can Artificial Intelligence and Learning Analytics be used to enhance and individualize student learning at universities?
- What challenges can be identified and overcome in the implementation process of AI and Learning Analytics?

Learning Objectives:

Ingmar Szmais (Databay AG), Sebastian Stake (University of Applied Sciences Ostwestfalen-Lippe)

Format: Presentation

Language: German / English

Target Audience / Prerequisites: All ILIAS users and authorities

Keywords: Push Notification, Mobile, Notification, BYOD

Imagine: Learners receive reminders for upcoming submissions, notifications about new course materials, or tips for forum discussions – directly on their mobile devices. This is made possible by the privacy-compliant provision of push notifications in ILIAS.

Regardless of the device used, users can receive relevant information via a central communication channel and access it directly within ILIAS. This strengthens the connection to the learning management system and supports efficient interaction with the learning environment.

This presentation will explore the potential of push notifications for learning communication. The session also offers space for creative exchange on application scenarios and future developments of this feature.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the functionality and benefits of push notifications in ILIAS
• Identify and reflect on specific use cases for push notifications in the learning management system
• Learn about the data protection and technical background of implementing push notifications in ILIAS
• Understand how push notifications can enhance interaction with the learning platform and strengthen learner engagement
• Reflect on the current communication channels in ILIAS in relation to their target audiences

Stefanie Gerl (Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nuremberg), Alexander Killing, Ilias Spirou (leifos GmbH)

Format: Presentation

Language: German

Target Groups / Prerequisites: No special requirements

Keywords: AI, language models, page editor, chatbot

In the course of the ongoing digitalisation of teaching, language models have also found their way into ILIAS. This development raises a number of questions that need to be answered: what requirements need to be met in order to use language models in ILIAS? What specific applications are there in teaching? And what results can be expected by using language models in digital teaching?

In order to answer these questions, we will look at application scenarios from teaching. We will examine both the creation of learning content as well as the use of configurable assistance systems with the help of an AI plugin for virtual coaches based on ILIAS 9. We will pay particular attention to the added didactic value that results from the use of language models in digital teaching.

Learning goals:

• To be able to asses what is required to use plugins like the one shown
• To understand what effort is worthwhile to achieve good results
• To know what the results can look like

Peggy Reuter-Heinrich (Heinrich & Reuter Solutions GmbH), Roberto Del Mastro (OC Group - OC Open Consulting Srl)

Format: Workshop

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites:

• Companies, Public Administration, Universities, Educational Institutions, Public Benefit Organizations
• ILIAS Providers, ILIAS Developers, ILIAS as a Platform
• No prior knowledge required, open to anyone interested

Keywords: BITV Accessibility, Improving ILIAS Platform, Concrete Solutions, Successful Inclusion, Enhanced UX for All

The ILIAS platform is the ideal learning management system for public institutions, universities, and educational organizations. ILIAS strives to fully meet the accessibility criteria according to WCAG, BITV, and the EU Directive 2016/2102.

We will demonstrate which areas of the platform require particular attention when customizing. Using a BITV audit specifically created for this session, the expert will showcase and explain the violations of BITV in real-time. In order to resolve the issues, she will provide actionable recommendations to ensure the required accessibility standards are met.

When correctly implemented by platform providers, legally compliant accessibility will be achieved. However, the greater success is that everyone, including those with disabilities or disadvantages, can then use the ILIAS platform for teaching and learning.

Roberto del Mastro, a long-time ILIAS partner with OC Group, advocates for such an accessible solution for himself and his clients. Peggy Reuter-Heinrich from HeiReS in Dresden is a nationally recognized expert on digital accessibility in Germany. What she will be offering in this workshop is a true gift to ILIAS, a service for which large companies would usually pay a high price. Join us and benefit from the expertise of the speakers for your own ILIAS work.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the level of legally required accessibility for the ILIAS solution
• Learn the correct implementation of accessibility according to BITV
• Improve the ILIAS platform through legally compliant accessibility

Himanshi Braun, Andrea Klein, Kenji-T. Nishino (E-Assessment Experts), Nadimo Staszak (Development and Administration)

Format: Lecture

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites:

• Basic knowledge of the administration area in ILIAS
• Basic knowledge of ILIAS Skins
• Knowledge of content styles

Keywords: Skin, Content-Style, Design

The University of Cologne (UzK) is planning a comprehensive relaunch of its website, which will feature a completely new corporate design. The new color scheme, including dark blue, turquoise, and coral, has already garnered attention. In this context, the Competence Center E-Learning (CCE) decided to implement the planned upgrade to ILIAS 9 with a custom skin and style that aligns with the new corporate design. To coordinate this process, the "Skin and Style" working group was formed in April 2024, focusing on the design and implementation of the new layout. We will share our experiences with editing the ILIAS skin in the administration area and present the outcome.

The development of the new skin and style for ILIAS 9 faced several challenges. First, the final design of the new website for UzK will not be presented by the design agency until spring 2025, so there was no direct reference to this design available in summer 2024. Additionally, coordination within the working group regarding specific design elements was time-consuming. Furthermore, the technical implementation posed another hurdle: the new ILIAS skin form required extensive familiarization because it was initially unclear which values affected which parts of the skin and where adjustments outside the form were necessary.

During the conference, we will present the new ILIAS skin for UzK, including a live demonstration and a detailed explanation of the color and shape logic. In addition to the current status of development, future plans will also be discussed, such as creating specific skin variants for different target groups, including accessibility-friendly alternatives with adjusted typography. Finally, we will reflect on the key insights from the process: reaching consensus on fundamental design decisions is essential, while the time investment for different areas was initially difficult to estimate. Particularly time-consuming were the implementation of the color concept, adjustments to the skin form, and the development of a standard content style.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the challenges and decision-making processes involved in adapting an ILIAS skin to a new corporate design
• Gain insights into the technical possibilities and limitations of the ILIAS skin form and its impact on design
• Reflect on key insights from the development process and apply them to your own design and customization projects in ILIAS

Leon Widmaier (Albert-Ludwigs-University Freiburg), Tim Schmitz (leifos GmbH)

Format: Lecture

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites: Interested in ILIAS as part of OER ecosystems

Keywords: OER, Content Sharing, Metadata

With ILIAS 10, it has become easier to publish content from ILIAS as OER. In this lecture, we will introduce the new features and show possible workflows.

Preparing and making a learning object from ILIAS available as OER has been a laborious process so far: Each object has to be manually exported and uploaded to a repository such as ZOERR or twillo. Metadata also needs to be added manually, even though this information might already be available in ILIAS. This process is unnecessarily complex, time-consuming, and prone to errors.

Thanks to the "Development of OER-Friendly Infrastructure for ILIAS" project by FH Dortmund and ILIAS.nrw, ILIAS 10 introduces useful improvements that significantly simplify working with and managing OER in ILIAS. A large portion of the publishing process can now be automated: Objects with an assigned license can be automatically or manually reviewed and published in the public area of the installation. Export files are automatically generated and available for download by external users. Repositories can regularly collect published objects and their metadata via an OAI-PMH interface. This enables content to be published without leaving the platform.

As part of the bwOER-CONNECT project by the University of Tübingen, in collaboration with the University of Freiburg and the University of Heidelberg, further improvements are being targeted. Feedback from the community is continually sought, and usability tests are conducted. The focus is on improving compatibility between ILIAS and edu-sharing-based repositories, as well as enhancing interoperability with Moodle. An outlook on this will be provided.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the new features in ILIAS 10 related to OER and the possible workflows resulting from them
• Get initial ideas on how these can be applied to your own ILIAS installation

Dr. Jens Breuer (Qualitus GmbH)

Format: Lecture

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites: No prior knowledge required

Keywords: Design, Usability, User Guidance, Navigation

Making ILIAS visually appealing and creating an easy-to-use interface—these requirements have become increasingly important in recent years. In many scenarios, it is essential that the user experience is prioritized.

The options for optimizing the user interface in ILIAS are diverse, ranging from skin customization and page design to content styles, object tiles, and the integration of plugins. These elements offer a wide range of design possibilities, allowing the platform to be tailored to the needs of users and the requirements of institutions. However, selecting and combining these options is not always straightforward.

In this session, I will present practical examples from various client and use scenarios, including those from businesses, government agencies, and public institutions. I will show how a comprehensive training program can be displayed in a clear and appealing manner. Additionally, I will explore how graphical navigation can be adapted to the individual learning progress of users, providing a personalized learning experience and visualizing learning paths more clearly. This will also touch on adaptive learning paths and recommendation management. Another aspect is creating a harmonious overall impression that reflects the institution’s corporate design while meeting usability standards.
I will present various practical examples illustrating how clear menus, logical structures, and visual cues can create an intuitive user guide that helps learners, instructors, and administrators efficiently achieve their goals.

Learning Objectives:

• Distinguish between different technical options for visual design in ILIAS
• Understand that platform design involves more than just visual design
• Gain inspiration from the conference’s practical examples to further discuss in practice

Matthias Lehmann (Hochschule RheinMain)

Format: Lecture

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites:

• University staff in teaching, academic advising, and/or study orientation as well as evaluation
• No prior knowledge or technical expertise required

Keywords: Expectation Checks, Online Self-Assessments, Study Orientation

The lecture presents the expectation checks at Hochschule RheinMain. The expectation checks, provided via ILIAS, are a digital online tool designed for prospective students. The tool encourages reflection on the contents of study programs and provides prospective students with support for making an informed decision about their studies. The long-term goal is to reduce the likelihood of study dropout.

By implementing a Learning Record Store, it is possible to collect usage data from participants. This data can be used to optimize the expectation checks. The lecture will cover the development of the expectation checks, as well as the challenges and opportunities in the data collection and analysis process. The possibilities and limitations of analyzing usage data will be discussed at the end.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the reasons for implementing expectation checks at universities
• Gain insight into the concrete conception and design through an example
• Develop solutions for existing evaluation problems

Jeanette Kristin Weichler (Fraunhofer), Javier Ortega Martinez, Ralf Schröter (KPG)

Format: Lecture

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites:

• Anyone interested in design libraries or design templates on ILIAS based on corporate design guidelines
• No prior knowledge required

Keywords: Design, Design Templates, Design Library, Design Plugins, Content Style

Designing a learning platform and courses is a key task in digital teaching. Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft faced the challenge of adapting their ILIAS learning platform to corporate design guidelines and providing researchers with a tool that allows them to create their trainings and further education quickly and with minimal effort.

This lecture highlights the development process of this adaptation and shows how a design was implemented that meets corporate design guidelines while remaining user-friendly. In close collaboration with Kröpelin Projekt GmbH, innovative solutions were developed, ranging from style integration and the provision of a design library to the development of innovative plugins.

The lecture will cover the development path and present the final solution with live insights into Fraunhofer-ILIAS. Additionally, the concept of the three application levels of the design library will be introduced. These levels enable individuals with different levels of experience in page design and web design to create engaging courses and training. For beginners, there are ready-made course templates; for advanced users, a modular system; and for experienced individuals, the option for free design with the corporate design of Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft. The training developed for the target audience to use the design library will also be discussed.

Learning Objectives:

• Familiarity with the presented plugins and ILIAS design options
• Understanding a practical design example and how it was implemented within the comprehensive corporate design of Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft
• Knowledge of the deployment concept for the developed design library

Thomas Schroeder (HSPV NRW), Jesús Copado Mejías (SURLABS)

Format: Lecture

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites:

• Anyone interested in ILIAS LiveVoting
• A mobile phone with internet connection is required to participate

Keywords: LiveVoting, Participant Activation, Fun, Motivation, Challenge

For many years, ILIAS LiveVoting was in a kind of "Sleeping Beauty" state. While it had some essential participant activation features, competitive elements were mainly reserved for other tools like Kahoot. This year, a new Challenge Mode has been introduced in the popular ILIAS LiveVoting. This mode allows users to create single or multiple-choice questions with points, as well as correct and incorrect answers.

In this session, you'll get to know the new Challenge Mode and compete live with other "players" during the conference. Answer questions under time pressure and aim for the winner's trophy at the end.

Learning Objectives:

• Familiarity with the Challenge Mode in ILIAS
• Understanding how to configure the Challenge Mode in ILIAS
• Knowing how to conduct an ILIAS LiveVoting session with the new Challenge Mode

Anke Peters, Martin Karstendiek (MEDIAN Unternehmensgruppe B.V. & Co.KG), Dr. Norbert Bromberger (Qualitus GmbH)

Format: Lecture

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites:

• Anyone interested
• No prior knowledge required

Keywords: Training Management, Classroom Training, Reporting, Healthcare, Design, Qualification Program

The MEDIAN Group is one of the leading hospital groups in Germany, with over 120 rehabilitation clinics, hospitals, therapy centers, outpatient clinics, and reintegration facilities. With around 20,000 beds and 15,000 employees, MEDIAN pursues a high standard of quality in patient care and employee qualification. Since 2020, MEDIAN has been using the Learning Management System (LMS) ILIAS as its central training management system. The platform supports the management of classroom seminars, e-learning offerings, and webinars, enabling effective and standardized qualification for all employees.

This presentation provides a practical insight into the successful implementation and continuous development of the ILIAS LMS at MEDIAN. It highlights the strategic, technical, and organizational challenges overcome and the best practices that contributed to the sustainable use and acceptance of the system. The goal is to share valuable insights and transferable solutions for other organizations aiming to implement or optimize an LMS.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn how to successfully implement ILIAS in an organization with 120 locations using "gurus"
• Understand the importance of reporting and documented processes in managing the system
• Learn how to overcome ILIAS's limitations with creative solutions
• Know how to map complex qualification programs using ILIAS

Hubert Figuière (Collabora Productivity)

Format: Lecture

Language: English

Target groups / requirements: No previous knowledge necessary

Keywords: collaboration, office

I will introduce the participant to Collabora Online, a web based collaborative editing application for office documents that integrates out of the box with Ilias.

In an era of GDPR and digital sovereignty, it is important that your application solution complies with your needs for privacy, security, independence, respect of users and the law. Collabora Online is an Open Source web based collaborative editor, compatible with the most common office formats, that integrates directly with ILIAS. In a market dominated by big US based SaaS solutions, this presentation will show you how this suite could be a fit for your needs in document editing and management, and how it could help you addressing privacy, security and sovereignty issues. It will also outline the long term benefit of the solution and interoperability with the larger software ecosystem. It will also go through to show you how Collabora Online can be setup to be used with ILIAS.

Learning objectives:

• Having a better knowledge allowing them to choose the office collaboration software that suit them, for use with ILIAS

Tobias Koch, Dr. Elyesa Seidel (Heinrich-Heine-University Düsseldorf), Jephte Abijuru, André Günther (Minervis GmbH)

Format: Lecture

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites: Basic technical knowledge

Keywords: Web Services, Interoperability, Standards, Interface

Web services enable different systems and platforms to communicate and exchange data, regardless of the programming language or technology used. They are based on standardized protocols (such as REST), which ensure compatibility and interoperability. They provide APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) that allow developers worldwide to implement innovations faster and more efficiently. Web services help organizations integrate new systems and services into their existing infrastructure with less effort. They simplify adjustments and scaling to keep up with the ever-growing demands of the digital world. The user experience can be optimized through seamless connections between platforms (e.g., teaching and administrative processes).

This presentation will introduce the current state of ILIAS web services and highlight challenges when integrating external systems. We will demonstrate how optimized web services can simplify integration and minimize configuration, maintenance, and development effort on both sides. Together with the participants, we will discuss application scenarios and ideas for the further development of ILIAS web services and show the added value of improved interoperability.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn about current application scenarios of web services
• Understand the challenges in using web services and how they could be optimized
• Discover and develop ideas for new application scenarios

Stanislav Wischniak (Qualitus GmbH)

Format: Presentation

Language: German

Target Groups / Requirements:

• Course or ILIAS administrators
• Anyone using learning progress evaluation data

Keywords: Reporting; Learning Progress; Data Analysis; Learning Analytics; Individual Evaluation; Plugin

Two plugins will be presented that together provide comprehensive reports on learning progress data. The resulting reports are flexible, intuitive, and highly performant. Additional features such as email dispatch and export complete the range of functions.

Have you ever wondered how to get even more out of learning progress data in ILIAS?

ILIAS is great, but…
sometimes you just need individual evaluations.

• What was your learning progress this year?
• Which courses has your team already completed?
• Who has completed a specific course and who hasn't?
• What's the status in the different departments?

Good reporting must be flexible
It should adapt to your needs, but still be easy to use.

Data access is an important topic:
Who is allowed to see which data? Your own, the personal data of others, or perhaps only aggregated departmental data?

Performance and accessibility
The tool should be performant even with large amounts of data, as accessible as possible, and ideally work well on mobile devices.

In my presentation, I'll show you

• How to reconcile all these requirements
• Which solutions we found during implementation

Curious? Then drop by and get inspired!

Learning objectives:

• Participants will be able to name the basic requirements for flexible reporting in ILIAS after the presentation and justify the need for individual evaluations.
• Participants will be familiar with various approaches to implementing flexible reporting in ILIAS, particularly regarding data access, performance, and accessibility.
• Participants will be able to apply the presented approaches to their own use cases and identify potential challenges in implementation.

Peggy Reuter-Heinrich (Heinrich & Reuter Solutions GmbH), Roberto Del Mastro (OC Group Italy)

Format: Lecture

Language: German

Target Groups / Prerequisites:

• Companies, public administration, universities, authorities, institutions, non-profit organisations
• No special prior knowledge required
• Open for all those interested

Keywords: ILIAS, multilingualism, interplay between humans and AI, video production in international cooperation, accessibility and inclusion, modern learning, work for the public sector

We will present an interesting and exemplary project that has taken on the challenge of implementing a European law in a bilingual environment, with experiences gained on both the German-speaking and Italian-speaking side of things.

The project is an accessible online course about accessibility, with 8 hours of video learning content available in both German and Italian, for more than 3000 employees in the administration of the province of South Tyrol. It was implemented in inter-European and interdisciplinary cooperation by the OC Group from Ravenna (Italy) and Heinrich & Reuter Solutions GmbH from Dresden (Germany).

This course has been made available and accessible on ILIAS. Conceptualisation, video recordings and post-production were supported by AI. The project is a big success for digital accessibility and can serve as a role model for public administration across the whole of Europe.

Learning goals:

• Finding out about accessible, multilingual online courses on ILIAS with the help of an example of such.
• Get to know how humans and AI interact on a multilingual video production.
• Understanding digital accessibility as a guarantee for successful inclusion on ILIAS
• Benefit from the experience gained on an exemplary project for your own projects throughout Europe

Bernd Swietlik (Elisabeth Vinzenz Network), Dr. Norbert Bromberger

Format: Lecture

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites:

• All interested individuals
• No special prior knowledge required

Keywords: Mandatory training, reporting, managers, healthcare, hospitals

The Elisabeth Vinzenz Network (EVV) is one of the largest Catholic providers of hospitals, nursing facilities, and educational institutions in Germany, with 9,500 employees. Since 2022, the EVV has been using ILIAS as a unified learning platform across all its locations.

In the context of the ILIAS implementation, the Catholic hospital operator aimed to offer modern, target group-oriented learning formats that meet the flexible working hours of its employees. A key aspect was the establishment of a Learning Management System (LMS) that could be operated independently of the content provider and, in the first phase, particularly increase the penetration of mandatory training. A role-based model was developed to reflect the network's philosophy: While IT solutions are provided centrally, the individual institutions retain autonomy in managing and designing their own offerings within the software.

The technical solution is based on centralized master data management via Active Directory, which allows the automatic creation of the organizational structure within ILIAS using the existing user data. Both the procurement and creation of content are carried out in a hybrid model, combining central directives with decentralized implementation. The various locations receive centrally provided content but can also offer their own training programs locally. The organization of learning formats is oriented to the requirements of online, face-to-face, and blended learning, ensuring flexible and target group-appropriate training.

Key findings include that a centrally controlled implementation project helps reduce complexity. The integrated reporting system now provides up-to-date reports on mandatory course penetration and learning progress, allowing continuous adjustments to the learning processes. The rule-based assignment of employees to the respective organizational structure ensures that only authorized individuals can view learning outcomes – an important aspect concerning data protection. Additionally, the project encourages managers to take a more active role in promoting digital skills within their departments.

In our lecture, we will address the mentioned challenges and present both the organizational and technical implementation.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn how the implementation in a hospital network can successfully carry out mandatory training
• Understand how different institutions within an ILIAS installation can independently organize and administer training
• Understand how a reporting system can help managers increase learning penetration within the organization

Dr. Sebastian van Loo, Dr. Raimond Röttger (Ministry of Justice of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia)

Format: Lightning Talk

Language: German / English

Target Groups / Prerequisites: No prior knowledge required

Keywords: role structure, role customisation, course memberships, Edutiek

The use of ILIAS in the preparatory service of the NRW judiciary is organised by the Higher Regional Courts of Hamm, Cologne and Düsseldorf. A total of 19 regional courts are connected to it.

In the context of the Lightning Talk, we will look at various adjustments:

• The general role structure and experiences with local role administration
• Adjusting the page layout for different user groups
• Making course memberships temporary
• User creation via an interface to RefIS and automated role assignment
• Experiences with the Edutiek project

Learning goals:

Dorthe Hutz-Nierhoff (Universität Freiburg)

Format: Lecture

Language: English

Target groups / requirements:

• Educators, instructional designers, and administrators who are interested in using ILIAS as a collaboration hub for international teaching and professional development
• No prior technical knowledge of ILIAS is required
• Participants with experience in course design, digital learning environments, or faculty development may find additional inspiration for their own use case
  

Keywords: Transnational collaboration, Communities of Practice, User-friendly course design, Asynchronous knowledge sharing

How can a single ILIAS course room serve as a transnational hub for professional development, collaboration, and teaching innovation across nine European universities?

The EPICUR Centre for International Teaching and Learning (EPiC TLC) demonstrates how ILIAS can connect educators across borders, facilitate knowledge exchange, and support joint course development in an international university alliance.

This contribution will present the EPiC TLC course room as a best practice example of how ILIAS can be used beyond course delivery—as a structured learning and networking environment for educators. The session will include a live demonstration of the course room, highlighting:

• how ILIAS enables international Communities of Practice (CoP) by providing spaces for cross-institutional exchange, peer collaboration, and mentoring
• how educators can access, share, and develop teaching materials collaboratively within a transnational framework
• how ILIAS items such as the wiki, the data collection, and other collaborative elements support asynchronous collaboration, knowledge sharing, and professional development
• how the user-friendly and visually appealing design of the EPiC TLC enhances engagement—so much so that many users initially mistake it for a standalone website rather than an LMS environment

The central role of ILIAS in the EPiC TLC lies in its flexibility as a collaboration platform, its scalability for a European university network, and its ability to integrate interactive and resource-sharing tools. Participants will gain insights into how ILIAS can be adapted beyond traditional course structures to support institutional cooperation, and they will leave with practical ideas for implementing similar concepts in their own institutions.

Learning objectives:

• Use ILIAS as a collaboration hub, i.e. understand how ILIAS can facilitate transnational teaching collaboration, professional development, and resource sharing beyond traditional course structures
• Leverage key ILIAS tools for asynchronous collaboration, i.e. identify how features such as the wiki, data collection tools, and other collaborative elements can be effectively used to support knowledge exchange and community-building in higher education
• Recognize the impact of user-friendly design on engagement, i.e. gain insights into how a well-structured and visually appealing ILIAS environment can enhance participation and improve the user experience

Karin Kleinn, Marko Glaubitz (Universität Freiburg)

Format: Presentation

Language: German

Target Groups / Prerequisites: No prior knowledge required

Keywords: AI, survey, AI chat, AI assistant

In November 2024, the University of Freiburg started a pilot programme of the AI functionalities integrated into ILIAS with the help of AI Chat and the LfAssistant. Students and lecturers who registered for the pilot programme took part in an initial survey. A follow-up survey will be conducted in the summer semester of 2025. The survey is comprised of a questionnaire with 13 questions covering various areas of the broad field of LLMs / AI. At the time of submission, 450 students and 100 members of the teaching staff have already taken part in the survey.

This presentation will present the key findings of the survey on prior knowledge, use, self-assessments and expectations with regard to the use of LLMs in the context of teaching and studying. It will also examine the needs that can crop up when it comes to the integration of AI tools in ILIAS at the didactic level in the areas of content creation, digital testing and AI-supported coaching.

Learning goals: Finding out about and reflecting on the results of the survey

Karin Kleinn, Marko Glaubitz (University of Freiburg)

Format: Presentation

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites: No prior knowledge required

Keywords: AI, Survey, AI Chat, AI Assistant

In November 2024, the University of Freiburg launched the pilot of integrated AI functionalities in ILIAS using the AI Chat and LfAssistant. Students and teachers who registered for the pilot participated in an initial survey. This will be followed by a follow-up survey in the summer semester of 2025. The survey includes a questionnaire with 13 questions covering various areas of the broad field of LLMs / AI. As of the submission date, 450 students and 100 teachers have already participated in the survey.

This presentation will present the key findings of the survey regarding prior knowledge, usage, self-assessments, and expectations concerning the use of LLMs in teaching and studying, and will discuss what needs can be derived in terms of integrating AI tools into ILIAS at the didactic level in the areas of content creation, digital testing, and AI-assisted coaching.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand and reflect on the results of the survey

Dr. Kathrin Drozella, Marko Glaubitz (University of Freiburg)

Format: Presentation

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites: No prior knowledge required

Keywords: Location-based learning scenarios, GPS-based learning, PWA

How can digital learning content be effectively taken into the world? Literally, how can it be taken "into the field"? This is the challenge faced by academic departments. The learning locations have been offering the possibility to achieve just that for many years. Originally conceived by the University of Hohenheim as a stand-alone app, they were later integrated into the Pegasus app by a group of universities with sustainability in mind. With the end of the ILIAS Pegasus app, the learning locations were only available via the web interface for ILIAS 8.

In this presentation, we will introduce the learning locations in their newly revamped form, developed by Kröpelin Projekte. In addition to the new interactive features of the learning locations, such as comments with images and the new QR code check-in mode, the focus will also be on the offline functionalities implemented with the help of a PWA. Particularly exciting: thanks to the QR codes, use in indoor environments — literally within the university — is possible, whether in a clean room, lab, or in the university museum.

The learning locations come with a fresh new look — learning locations revamped! They have thus emancipated themselves from the integration into the Pegasus app and open up exciting new didactic possibilities. All of this is supported by the didactic scenarios surrounding the Arboretum of the University of Freiburg, with approximately 400 learning locations.

Learning Objectives:

• Familiarity with the current version of the learning locations plugin and the new features for ILIAS 9+
• Discussion of learning scenarios in the fields of forestry and environmental sciences

Philip Hoyer (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology)

Format: Lightning Talk

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites:

• UI designers, ILIAS administrators
• Basic knowledge of CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) and ILIAS skins is helpful

Keywords: Dark Mode, UI, CSS, Custom Styles

Dark Mode is a design option for graphical user interfaces where the typical display (dark text on a light background) is inverted, meaning the background is dark, and the text is displayed in light. Dark Mode is often preferred by users who work for extended periods in front of screens, as it contributes to a more comfortable and modern visual experience. This reversed color palette can reduce eye strain, especially in low-light environments, and decrease power consumption on devices with OLED screens. Many applications, websites, and devices now offer a Dark Mode. Modern web browsers account for the user's operating system preferences and display websites that offer Dark Mode in the preferred style.

The first part of the presentation provides a general introduction to the technologies available for implementing Dark Mode on websites, including how Dark Mode for web applications can be implemented using Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) and CSS Media Queries. The second part focuses specifically on the central ILIAS learning platform at KIT and shows how a Dark Mode was created in ILIAS using Custom Styles. The current status will be presented, along with what already works well with ILIAS's built-in tools, as well as the challenges that still exist and how they might be addressed in the future.

Learning Objectives:

Michael Wagner (BG for Raw Materials and the Chemical Industry)

Format: Workshop

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites: Everyone interested in using videos in ILIAS (especially with ViMP)

Keywords: Video, ViMP, Plugin

The aim of this workshop is to provide insights into the use of videos in different qualification scenarios at the German Social Accident Insurance Institution for the Raw Materials and Chemical Industry (BG RCI). I would like to present our requirements for working with videos and exchange ideas on the challenges encountered with other institutions in this workshop.

In classical occupational safety didactics, the use of films holds great significance. Films not only serve as a methodological support for the learning process but are also very well suited to emotionally engage learners with the often perceived as dry topic of "occupational safety and health protection." The use of films thus makes an important contribution in our qualifications to strengthen the competence to act in order to avoid workplace accidents, occupational diseases, and work-related hazards.

Everything was fine as long as participants could attend our in-person qualifications and films could be shown as usual in face-to-face settings. However, this changed significantly with the pandemic in 2020, and the shift to the virtual space also changed our requirements for using films and videos considerably and sustainably. Additionally, the interest in using video for corporate prevention work has increased among our member companies and insured individuals. The pandemic is over, but online seminars and new demands remain.

Learning Objectives:

Jakub Niewelt (NATO DEEP eAcademy)

Format: Lightning Talk

Language: English

Target groups / requirements: No previous knowledge is necessary

Keywords: ILIAS Customization, Mobile Learning, Multilingual LMS Integration

This contribution explores the development and implementation of the Iraqi eLearning Portal, an Arabic-language learning platform hosted on the NATO DEEP ADL Portal and based on the ILIAS LMS. Serving over 3,500 users, the platform required a custom plugin to refine the ILIAS interface, addressing layout challenges and enhancing usability.

A key aspect of our solution is IACUBUS, a mobile application based on ILIAS Pegasus, which enables users to connect to the NATO DEEP ADL Portal via smartphones and tablets. Its main feature—file download and synchronization—supports offline learning, making educational content more accessible. Currently available in six languages, the app is being expanded to include Arabic, further improving accessibility for Iraqi users.

Beyond standard LMS functionalities, we have also developed an external access system that allows non-registered users to participate in courses, complete surveys, and receive certificates. This solution has already been utilized by over 180,000 users, demonstrating the scalability and impact of ILIAS-based technology in broad-reaching educational initiatives.

Learning objectives:

• Customization & Interface Optimization - Participants will be able to understand how the plugin that we are using enhances usability for Arabic-language learners
• Mobile Accessibility - Participants will learn how to utilize ILIAS Pegasus-based solutions like the IACUBUS app to provide mobile access, offline synchronization, and multilingual support
• Implementing Scalable Learning Solutions - Participants will explore methods to set up external access systems in ILIAS, enabling non-registered users to complete courses, take surveys, and receive certificates

Melanie Schubert, Michael Wagner (BG RCI - employer's liability insurance association for the raw materials and chemical industry), Julia Hoffmann (KPG)

Format: Presentation

Language: German

Target Groups / Prerequisites: Knowledge on the topic of accessibility would be helpful, but not absolutely necessary

Keywords: accessibility, practical example

We would like to use a practical example to show how BG RCI and KPG have worked together to make the BG RCI learning platform accessible. Participants will learn how Kröpelin Projekt GmbH uses its expertise and a specially developed catalogue of criteria to make ILIAS accessible. Participants will benefit from the experience and tips of a large public organisation that has already gone down this path.

Melanie Schubert and Michael Wagner (Prevention/Qualification at BG RCI) will start by explaining BG RCI's accessibility requirements. Julia Hoffmann, project manager at Kröpelin Projekt GmbH and accessibility expert, will demonstrate the process for ensuring accessibility using specific examples on the BG RCI's ILIAS platform. From the lessons learned, those in attendance will be able to draw conclusions on how to efficiently and productively make a platform accessible.

Learning goals:

• To gain an overview of the process of ensuring that a platform is accessible
• Benefit from the 'lessons learned' of a large public organisation with an ILIAS platform
• Get to know about how to set up both new and existing platforms to be accessible

Natalie Deininger, Constanze Eick, Annina Hittmeyer, Christian Merten (Federal Institute for Vocational Education and Training)

Format: Workshop

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites: ILIAS community and ILIAS developers

Keywords: Learning site cooperation, interoperability, ILIAS and OER

The shortage of skilled workers calls for more collaboration and exchange among professionals. To make this possible, Open Educational Resources (OER) — freely accessible educational materials — are a valuable resource. In this workshop, we aim to develop conceptual ideas together to better connect systems in vocational training. How can we improve interaction between companies and vocational schools using MIKA-Do and ILIAS? What technical solutions exist for better tracking learning progress?

Learning Site Cooperation – ILIAS and MIKA-Do
Another important topic is the collaboration between training companies and vocational schools. The goal is to offer a better interface here. For example, we envision linking training reports and the training framework plan so both institutions can see which content has already been covered and which is still pending. Another idea is that trainers could drag and drop the training framework plan into a calendar overview and immediately receive recommendations on when digital media (such as MIKA-Do) would be especially helpful. This way, company personnel could share the plan with teachers and vice versa. Both approaches would make the training process more transparent and easier to plan. The integration of AI in learning management systems and digital media (e.g. MIKA-Do) is becoming increasingly important. Creative ideas and a stimulating exchange on how this can support cooperation between learning venues are necessary and welcome.

Learning Objectives:

• Jointly develop conceptual ideas to better connect systems in vocational training
• Learn about the use of MIKA-Do and ILIAS to improve interaction between companies and vocational schools
• Get to know technical solutions for better tracking of learning progress

Constanze Eick, Christian Merten (Federal Institute for Vocational Education and Training - Germany)

Format: Lightning Talk

Language: German

Target Groups / Prerequisites:

• ILIAS community, public institutions, anyone else who is interested
• No prior knowledge required

Keywords: vocational training, media competence, digital transformation, future skills, LMS

In a Lightning Talk, the BIBB will present MIKA Campus, an example of the learning platform ILIAS being used in the public sector. They will show possible ways that standard solutions, self-administration (SEAD) and customised plug-ins can be used.

ILIAS offers numerous standard functions, including easily designable pages, allowing learning materials to be uploaded, the creation of course rooms and the integration of quiz elements. These functions enable the effective provision of learning content in vocational education and training.

A further central topic is SEAD. This function allows sub-portals, file structures as well as admin accounts and local roles to be individually customised. In this particular use case, SEAD enables the 'MIKA trainers' and co-operation partners from professional practice to manage and design courses independently.

Finally, it will be explained how individual plugins can further customise the platform, e.g. for your own corporate design or a star rating. At the same time, it will be discussed whether frequently used plugins should be included in the ILIAS core in order to ensure system stability.

Learning goals:

• To get to know how ILIAS is used in the public sector
• To know about possible challenges

Thao Nguyen, Karim Sayed (Training centre of the Ministry of the Interior of the State of NRW)

Format: Lightning Talk

Language: German

Target Groups / Prerequisites: ILIAS users who want to structure their content better and integrate personalised certificates

Keywords: tagging, certificate integration, findability, carousel, user experience

How can learning content be made findable in ILIAS and how can personalised certificates be integrated efficiently? In this talk we will show how the carousel and tagging functions help to structure content in a user-friendly way and enable personalised learning experiences. In doing so, we will take a look at the practical implementation within ILIAS and explain how customised certificates for purchased or self-produced learning content can be integrated seamlessly.

Topic Overview
1. Background:
- Why is an intelligent content structure in ILIAS essential?

2. Effective use of the carousel and tagging functions:
- How do tags improve the findability of courses and content?
- What advantages does the carousel offer for intuitive content navigation?

3. Integration of personalised certificates:
- How can certificates for different content be provided automatically?
- What customisation options are available?

4. Discussion & Questions:
- Open discussion

Learning goals:

• Find out how tags and the carousel can be used for optimal content organisation
• Understand the possibilities offered by certificate integration
• Get concrete ideas for use in your own ILIAS installation

Melanie Schütt (Federal Institute for Vocational Education and Training), Franziska Senze (KPG)

Format: Presentation

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites: No special prerequisites

Keywords: vocational education, dual training, gamification, plugins

We invite you to get to know our simulation game generator for the Leando Game at the ILIAS Conference! Our presentation shows how the simulation game generator was developed as an ILIAS plugin to support training practice in a playful way and adapt to individual needs.

The Leando Game is a digital learning environment that teaches trainees the four standard vocational training positions in an entertaining way. In its simplest form, quizzes can be generated automatically for this purpose. The underlying question pool comprises around 500 single-choice questions per standard position, which is centrally managed and continuously maintained in ILIAS.

The simulation game generator is an ideal solution for anyone looking for interactive learning opportunities. Training staff can select and flexibly design various topics from the four standard vocational training positions — for example, "marine litter" — using the simulation game generator. This includes:

• Role management: defining the number and type of roles involved in the game
• Phase configuration: adapting game phases to operational requirements
• Media integration: integrating various media formats to enrich the game content

The entire control of the simulation game takes place via ILIAS. Training companies can develop and implement their own scenarios as content in the ILIAS learning management system. Access for trainees is particularly low-threshold: a QR code enables them to start the game as an app directly on their own mobile device.

In our presentation, we will introduce you to the functionalities of the simulation game generator and invite you to try it out for yourself. We will show how training companies can generate their own simulation games and integrate them effectively into their training routine. In addition, we will discuss with you the further application possibilities and potentials of the simulation game generator.

Learning Objectives:

• Get to know the ILIAS plugins “LeandoSimulationGame” and “MikaQuizInteraction”
• Be able to generate a simulation game using the generator in ILIAS

Dr. Anne-Sophie Waag (Wikimedia Deutschland e.V.), Cornelis Kater (Leibniz Universität Hannover), Matthias Kunkel (ILIAS e.V.), Monika Ilves (D64)

Format: Workshop

Language: German

Target Groups / Prerequisites:

• Those interested in digital policies in society, the funding of open-source development and operation
• No prior knowledge necessary

Keywords: open source, digital policies, allocation of funding resources, administration

Open source software already contributes a great amount to keeping society, the economy and science running. And yet the maintenance and further development of such software is too often undertaken by precariously financed communities dependent on individual project funding. While the costs of operation and maintenance are now widely accepted, the development of open source software is viewed differently: public contracts from the areas of administration or science too often focus on tailoring software to a particular institution's needs and not on the further development of the product as whole, which would benefit them and all other users. The reasons given for this are varied: lack of courage; questions regarding complex public procurement law; lack of expertise and networks resulting in a lack of trust; the need to justify such actions internally; lobbying by large proprietary software manufacturers and providers.

These overlapping issues make it difficult to maintain an optimistic outlook. And yet, with this discussion, we would like to take a constructive look into the future. Some of those involved from civil society and administration, politics and the software communities will contribute their ideas, wishes and questions, which will be further refined following the ILIAS conference.

The roundtable participants will each be invited to present a condensed summary of their core position in a five minute Lightning Talk before the start of the discussion.

Learning goals:

Dr. Elyesa Seidel (Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf), Kseniia Gribchenko (leifos GmbH), Fabian Wolf (ILIAS open source e-Learning e.V.)

Format: Presentation

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites:

• Administrators, developers, support staff
• Lecturers using ILIAS who are interested in improved support through context-sensitive plugin help

Keywords: Plugin Help, Screen IDs, Help Packages, Online Help

We all use plugins to extend the functionality of ILIAS — but typically, context-sensitive help that directly supports users within the application is missing. This is where Plugin Help comes into play: with the ability to install separate help packages, the online help can be modularly extended. For Etherpad Lite and EDUTIEK, we have already created help texts that can be imported as standalone packages, providing direct, context-sensitive support within ILIAS.

In this presentation, we will show how plugin help can improve support, simplify onboarding for new users, and contribute to long-term knowledge sharing within the ILIAS community. We will explore the technical implementation, the benefits for developers and administrators, and future extension possibilities. We will also discuss best practices for creating and maintaining help content.

Our goal is to raise community awareness of the potential of plugin help and to jointly find ways to optimally support ILIAS users.

Learning Objectives:

• Develop an understanding of how plugin help can optimize support in ILIAS and enhance the user experience
• Create, integrate, and maintain help packages to promote sustainable knowledge sharing in the community

Rob Falkenstein (Universität Freiburg)

Format: Presentation

Language: German

Target Groups / Prerequisites: No special requirements

Keywords: AI, AI training

Large language models becoming available for general use has fundamentally changed everyday working life, especially in the digital sector. In order to respond to this and not leave students and teaching staff behind, we at the University of Freiburg have set up an AI teaching area that provides information on prompting, data protections, the chances and challenges provided by large language models as well as application scenarios. Students and teaching staff work their way through an ILIAS learning module and then complete a survey on any previous experience they may have with generative artificial intelligence. After that they get access to various (some local, some externally hosted) chatbots that have been tailored to the needs of the students and teaching staff via system prompts. In order to gain further insight into the needs and requirements of teachers and students, we have also set up a moderated forum in which they can interact.

In our presentation, we will give an overview of the teaching area that we set up and then demonstrate how various LLMs with different system prompts react to user requests..

Learning goals:

• Get an overview of the basics of LLMs
• Get to know the functionalities of ILIAS
• Be able to differentiate between local and external AI models

Rob Falkenstein, Marko Glaubitz (University of Freiburg)

Format: Presentation

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites: No special prior knowledge required

Keywords: Collaboration, Interfaces, Open Source

This presentation will demonstrate the largely open-source software stack operated by the University of Freiburg to advance collaboration around the ILIAS learning platform.

The 4D project, funded by the Foundation for Innovation in Higher Education, aims, among other things, to establish collaborative tools at the University of Freiburg. We seized this opportunity to expand our teaching and learning platform with several pillars of collaborative work. While at the start of the project interfaces already existed with our video systems Panopto and ViMP as well as with our online conferencing system BigBlueButton, we have since expanded our portfolio with a few more collaborative tools:

• Chat: In 2024, we introduced the open-source chat software "Matrix" at the University of Freiburg and developed a plugin to map ILIAS courses and groups into Matrix.
• Collaborative Work: Collaborative work in teaching is supported at our institution via the OnlyOffice plugin.
• Whiteboard: Following the integration of the open-source whiteboard tldraw into BigBlueButton, we decided to continue using this software and to implement a dedicated ILIAS whiteboard as a repository object.
• AI Interface: The major AI wave did not spare the University of Freiburg: we connected both local and external LLMs to our learning platform and offer teachers and students the opportunity to explore various models independently and discuss them.

Learning Objectives:

• Gain an overview of the variety of self-hosted collaborative services around ILIAS
• Learn about ways to expand your own institution with such services

Rob Falkenstein (University of Freiburg)

Format: Lightning Talk

Language: German

Target Groups / Prerequisites: No prior knowledge required

Keywords: export, migration, SOAP

This talk should show the participants that it is possible to migrate very large amounts and very large content from one ILIAS installation to another.

The summer semester 2024 and the winter semester 2024/2025 brought about a major change at the University of Freiburg: the new learning platform for the University of Freiburg's Faculty of Medicine, medicAL, was launched. This required a great deal of organisational skill and effort to migrate the content already on the central learning platform.

This talk will look at exporting and importing a wide range of content from one ILIAS platform to another ILIAS platform. The effort and complexity range from ‘medium’ (dentistry) to ‘very difficult’ (human medicine). While some ILIAS objects can be exported relatively easily, others cause different difficulties in each new ILIAS version. This presentation is intended to provide an all-round overview of planning, setup, implementation and quality assurance when migrating content between ILIAS platforms.

Learning goals:

• To be able to estimate the scope of a content migration from one ILIAS platform to another
• Knowing what hurdles there are and what needs to be considered in terms of content (also with regard to your own projects)

Matthias Becker, Milva Mahnke (Bielefeld University of Applied Sciences)

Format: Lecture

Language: German

Target Audience / Prerequisites:

• Anyone interested in content style customizations in ILIAS
• No prior knowledge or technical expertise required

Keywords: Object-Style, UI, UX

Using your own design elements when creating courses and learning materials? Many are unaware that such customizations can be implemented in some objects. Even experienced ILIAS users often hesitate to make individual content-style adjustments. However, impressive results can be achieved with just a few changes.

In this presentation, we will show practical examples where custom content styles were used. The focus will be on designing new (interactive) elements. We will then take a look at the content style settings for ILIAS objects and how specific adjustments can be made to enhance the frontend, not only making it more visually appealing but also more functional. This allows the appearance of ILIAS objects to be customized to meet individual needs and various use cases.

We will also demonstrate how easy it is to implement pre-existing content styles. Our goal is to lower the barrier to content-style customizations and show you how fun it can be to creatively design your courses and objects.

This presentation is aimed at all ILIAS users, especially those with little to no experience in customizing content styles—whether to take their first steps in this area or to gain new inspiration.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn which objects/elements can have custom styles created
• Become familiar with different setting areas in object styles (focus: blocks)
• Understand the style settings ILIAS offers and how they affect the frontend
• Get an impression of which style changes can be integrated using CSS and how they impact the frontend
• Learn which didactic use cases newly created blocks are suitable for
• See practical implementations