The International Week will delve into the theme "Universities for Gen Z: Modern Tools for Education and Research," focusing on how educational institutions can adapt to the needs and preferences of Generation Z. This event aims to equip academic and non-academic staff with the knowledge and skills to leverage modern tools and methodologies for enhanced education and research.

Workshops will be held on 21-24 October and are open to interested MENDELU academics and staff. All workshops are in English.


Monday 21st October

9:30 am, aula in building A

Panel discussion: Universities for Gen Z: modern tools for education and research

Mgr. Rastislav Zábojník, PhD. (University of St. Cyril and Methodius in Trnava)

Mgr. Ondřej Konečný, Ph.D. (FRRMS MENDELU)


Tuesday 22nd October

dean's office boardroom FBE in building Q

9:30 Workshop: Practical session for IRO/ Best practices: Effective procedures and modern tools for administrative support of students outside EU.

10:00 Workshop: Experience from a Year in the USA with a Fulbright Scholarship

Mgr. Martin Lakomý, Ph.D.

11:00 Workshop: Enter the AI era: how to start and navigate the possibilities

Ing. Mgr. Jana Dannhoferová, Ph.D.

13:30 Workshop: Dealing with the Challenges of Teaching Gen Z

doc. Ing. Jana Turčínková, Ph.D. & Ing. Michal Pšurný, Ph.D.

 
Thursday 24th October

rector´s office boardroom

8:30 Workshop: Teaching Gen Z Diverse Groups – Czech and International Students

Mgr. Lenka Zouhar Ludvíková, Ph.D. & Mgr. David Kryštof, Ph.D., PCC

9:50 Workshop: Sustainability of Higher Education Institutions

Ing. Sylvie Formánková, Ph. D.