We are sharing the highlights of the recent University 5.0 Hackathon, a key part of the DTUL NOO ULTRA project that took part on June 6, 2024. The event brought together visionary students who tackled the future challenges of higher education using innovative design thinking and future thinking methods.
The creativity and forward-thinking demonstrated by our participants were truly inspiring. The final ideas proposed include:
- Holographic Professors: Bringing world-class education to every student, anywhere.
- AI-Based Support: Personalized development of individual skills and curriculum setup.
- VR and AR Experiences: Providing access to expensive machines, instruments, and distant environments.
- Human-Centric Focus: Emphasizing mental health and recognizing students as individuals in both education and life.
However, the hackathon also revealed important feedback on current challenges:
- Lack of Group Work: A need for more collaborative opportunities.
- Lack of Human Interaction: More face-to-face engagement is essential.
- Mind Openness: Encouraging open-mindedness and innovative thinking.
- Out-of-the-Box Learning: Creating more opportunities for creative and unconventional learning experiences.
We are incredibly proud of the innovative spirit and thoughtful contributions from our students. This event not only showcased their potential to shape the future of education but also highlighted areas where we can improve to better support their journey. Check event’s highlights in photogallery.
Thank you to all participants, mentors, and Servis 8 facilitators for making this event a success. Together, we are paving the way for a brighter future in education!
The project is co-funded by the Republic of Slovenia, the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation and the European Union – NextGenerationEU.