Hamburg 2026
Call for Participation
25 Years of ILIAS Conferences - With Aplomb Down the Years
Important Participation Notice:
The conference takes place at the University of the Bundeswehr within a military security area.
It is therefore important that you carry your valid identity card or passport with you and present it at the guard post when entering the campus. Access to certain areas is restricted.
Our Conference Topics:
ILIAS...
…more than just a PDF generator
Interactivity and high-quality didactic designs support successful learning processes. We are looking for contributions that show concrete examples of interactive learning processes having been put into practice in ILIAS. Contributions covering measurable learning effects or practical implementation methods are particularly welcome.
Examples:
- Engaging and long-lasting learning
- Gamification
- Interactive learning modules
- Adaptive learning paths
- Multimedia assignments
Present your concepts, practical use-case examples, or tools in ILIAS that enagage learners and support long-lasting learning.
Keywords:
learning format, gamification, interactive learning, adaptivity
…more than just grey blocks
Good design makes things more accessible, increases motivation and supports self-directed learning. We are looking for contributions which look at the many design options and possibilites in ILIAS.
Examples:
- Human-centred design processes
- Accessible design
- Visual information architecture / Information architecture
- Usability tests
- Examples or practical recommendations
Show us how well thought-out interfaces support learning processes.
Keywords:
Usability, accessibility, visual platform design, motivation, user experience
…more than the basis
Extending learning platforms can enrich them – as long as the extensions are sensibly integrated. We are looking for contributions on scenarios that were made possible thanks to plugins, as well as contributions on the development and maintenance of such extensions.
Showcases or practical reports are particularly welcome, ideally with open source solutions.
Examples:
- Plugins and components: use and development
- Didactic or procedural added value through plugins
- Open source solutions
- Onboarding, working together and adaptive learning paths
- Concepts for learning analytics
Keywords:
Plugins, Extensions, Components, Useage Scenarios, Development, Patterns, Learning Analytics
…more than solo
The ILIAS community is powered by the active participation of its members in working groups (AG) and special interest groups (SIG). We are looking for contributions on formats, concepts and tools, that promote the exchange of ideas, peer learning and community building.
Examples:
- Projects from the SIGs and WGs
- Participation possibilities
- Cooperation across different institutions of higher education
Tell us about your experiences, lessons learned or sustainability strategies.
Keywords:
Networking, Communication & Collaboration, SIGs, AGs
…more than just stand-alone solutions
Trouble-free interfaces and open standards promote efficiency and innovation. We are looking for contributions on intergration strategies, migration processes and open formats such as LTI, xAPI, SCORM and REST. Practical recommendations for implementing and ensuring data quality are especially welcome.
Examples:
- Integration strategies
- Migration processes
- Open standards in ILIAS
- Working across multiple organizations
- Multiple content sources
Describe implementation, challenges and usefulness for business and education.
Keywords:
Interoperability, standards, learning activities, external tools, compatibility
…more than an AI trend
Artificial intelligence opens up new possibilites... but it is is crucial that it is used in a thoughtful and responsible manner. We are looking for reports on your experiences, scenarios and best practices relating to AI. Particularly welcome are contributions looking at concrete results as well as tips on implementing AI responsibly.
Examples:
- AI-supported teaching/learning scenarios
- Evaluations of AI-supported courses
- Settiung up and running AI infrastructure
- Legal, organizational, and ethical challenges
- Content generation using AI
- Developing AI solutions
Show your AI content oder tell us about barriers and stumbling blocks that you have encountered when using AI.
Keywords:
Learning support, AI use, infrastructure, development, implementation
…more than just an exam machine
Digital exams should be valid, fair and conducive to learning. We are looking for contributions on innovative as well as tried and tested exam formats and feedback processes. Especially welcome are practical recommendations regarding scalability and security.
Examples:
- Competence-orientated exam formats
- Automated and formative feedback processes
- Innovative exam designs
- Engaging and competence-orientated tests
Show your courses, tests and platforms and tell use about the effort involved and how your approach was received.
Keywords:
E-exams, feedback, test designs, examination tools
...more than a safety net
Data protection, digital sovereignty and cyber security are the foundation of trustworthy online services. We are looking for contributions on data minimisation measures, your experiences with cyber attacks, and legal documents in ILIAS. Examples from everyday university/business life and practical checklists and assistance are particularly welcome.
Examples:
- Data protection compliance in ILIAS
- Methods to improve cyber security
- Cyber Resilience Act and security requirements
- Dealing with attacks
- Raising awareness among users
Tell us about measures taken, experiences and possible trade-offs between functionality and protection.
Keywords:
Data protection, security measures, cyber security, safety & security awareness
…more than anything else (Wildcard)
Do you have a topic that doesn't fit into one of the categories listed above, but that plays a role in shaping the future of learning platforms? We would be delighted to receive daring, interdisciplary or experimental contributions – from gamification methods to new learning formats and organisational innovation projects. Why not take a gamble and share your ideas with others!