Workshop
Calendar of workshops and events (reserved access with @unipd.it account)
The T4L workshops are open to the entire lecturer, researcher and PTA community of the University of Padua.
They are delivered in Italian or English and are held in person or online (availability limits are indicated in the description of each meeting).
For those who have already attended a T4L NewFaculty&Base (T4L1) course, there is also the possibility of obtaining the Open Badge of the T4L Advanced Course (T4L2).
In the event of overbooking, priority is given to people participating in the T4L Advanced Course.
Application through the appropriate form of each workshop
Face-to-face - University Language Centre
Thursday 22 January 2026 - 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
The workshop will be in Italian.
Abstract
The workshop will guide teachers in the design of effective and engaging training courses for adults, integrating AI tools and active methodologies. Through the Smart Learning Design framework, participants will acquire skills to define learning outcomes, choose suitable teaching methodologies and evaluate learning with an innovative approach, directly experiencing the design of a training intervention.
Prof. Glenda Pagnoncelli
Graduated in Education Sciences with a Specialization Diploma in Theater-therapy and with a very long creative and theatrical experience. At METID - Politecnico di Milano he deals with teacher training and educational innovation with specific attention to the issues of transdisciplinarity as an approach to training and active teaching and the applications of creativity in learning.
Prof. Federica Brambilla
Trainer since 2001, she works at Metid - Politecnico di Milano as Program Manager and deals with teacher training, innovative teaching, MOOCs and digital learning. He has published: "The search for the right medium - Strategies of balance between classroom and digital" with S. Sancassani, D. Casiraghi, P. Marenghi (Pearson, 2023), "Designing Educational Innovation" with S. Sancassani, D. Casiraghi, P. Marenghi (Pearson, 2019); "e-Collaboration – The sense of the Net" with S. Sancassani, P. Marenghi, S. Menon (Apogeo, 2011).
In presence - CUS (University Sports Center)
Wednesday 28 January 2026 - 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
The workshop will be in Italian.
Abstract
The theatre workshop aims to improve teachers' teaching skills, with particular attention to the motivation of students and their active participation in the classroom.
Key objectives include:
- increase awareness of the importance of the lecturer-student relationship for learning;
- develop critical analysis skills of classroom situations;
- improve communication and group management skills.
The methodology adopted will be that of Boal's Theatre of the Oppressed combined with the approach of the Brazilian pedagogist Paulo Freire and Community Development with techniques ranging from games-exercises, to Theatre-Image to Theatre-Forum.
A follow-up meeting is scheduled for Wednesday 27 May 2026 from 14:30 to 16:30 online on Zoom to continue reflecting on the course unit practice with the advice of the expert of the Giolli cooperative, after having practiced some methods, techniques and exercises learned in the first meeting.
Dr. Roberto Mazzini
Psychologist, former elementary school teacher, psychotherapist, trainer of the Theater of the Oppressed, he created with other people the Giolli cooperative, a democratic and horizontal reality that using the Boal, Freire, Community Organising and Gandhian Nonviolence method, promotes projects and interventions in various fields, in order to reduce the direct, structural and cultural violence of our societies, contrasting, among other things, racism, discrimination and gender-based violence.
Face-to-face - University Language Centre
Wednesday 4 February 2026 - 14:00-17:00
The workshop will be in Italian.
Abstract
Formative assessment in itinere is configured as a central device to support authentic and lasting learning processes in university contexts. It allows the focus to be shifted from the mere measurement of results to the understanding of the path taken by the student, enhancing their commitment, reflection and ability to self-regulate. In line with the principles of Assessment for Learning (Doria, 2025; Sambell et al., 2013) and process evaluation (Guskey & Bailey, 2010), this approach makes feedback a constitutive element of the learning experience, promoting autonomy and awareness. Through formative tests built with transparent criteria consistent with disciplinary objectives, teachers can create opportunities for continuous monitoring and evaluation dialogue that nurture motivation and deep learning.
The proposed workshop aims to encourage university professors to reflect on the role of formative assessment in cognitive construction processes and to develop skills to design and integrate formative tests in the different disciplines starting from the objectives stated in the Syllabus, so that evaluation really becomes an integral part of the teaching-course unit.
Prof. Valentina Grion
Full Professor at Pegaso Telematic University. Previously associate professor at the University of Padua - Department of Philosophy, Sociology, Pedagogy and Applied Psychology. His research interests concern evaluation in school and university contexts, teacher training, the use of technologies in training.
Face-to-face - University Language Centre
Wednesday 11 February 2026 - 14:00-17:00
The workshop will be in Italian.
Abstract
This seminar aims to raise awareness of the potential in teaching storytelling and digital storytelling in teaching. Narratives, both traditional and digital, have proven effective in stimulating reflective practice, making tacit knowledge explicit, and enhancing the student learning experience.
The workshop will begin by exploring the theoretical foundations of storytelling, examining how narratives function as cognitive tools that help students organize, contextualize, and reflect on disciplinary content. The neuroscientific aspects of storytelling will be analyzed, deepening how stories activate brain processes that facilitate greater engagement, emotional connection and better retention of concepts.
Through practical examples and case studies from different disciplinary contexts, the ways in which storytelling can be implemented to develop future professional skills and critical thinking in students will be illustrated.
Prof. Corrado Petrucco
Associate Professor of Educational Technologies at the University of Padua - Department of Philosophy, Sociology, Pedagogy and Applied Psychology. His research interests focus on information literacy, knowledge sharing, Wikipedia in teaching, Digital Storytelling, Mobile Learning and applications of Artificial Intelligence in course unit and learning.
Prof. Massimiliano Barolo
Full Professor of Chemical Plants at the University of Padua.
After graduating with Bachelor's Degree cum laude in Chemical Engineering and working as a process engineer in Italy's largest petrochemical plant, he obtained his PhD in 1994.
He was a visiting professor (2005; 2009) in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of California (Santa Barbara, CA). He is the author of over 170 peer-reviewed publications and some teaching monographs.
He is the creator of the Teaching for Learning (T4L) skills development programme.
Face-to-face - University Language Centre
Tuesday 24 February 2026 - 14:00-18:00
The workshop will be in Italian.
Abstract
Second introductory module of the course dedicated to the management of classes with international students. With the Intercultural Reflecting Team mode and the help of a form prepared by the lecturer, an online process of collecting case studies / critical incidents in the ministerial field of study code will be activated on which to exchange observations and suggestions (with the lecturer as moderator).
Prof. Alessio Surian
Associate Professor of Didactics at the University of Padua - Department of Philosophy, Sociology, Pedagogy and Applied Psychology. He teaches Intercultural Education in the master's degree in English Clinical, Social, Intercultural Psychology. He has been an international student in Sweden and Bassi countries and works as a lecturer and trainer on the topics of cultural diversity, effective communication and group dynamics.
Face-to-face - University Language Centre
Tuesday 3 March 2026 - 14:00-18:00
The workshop will be in Italian.
* Priority for enrolment is given to those who have participated in at least one of the 2 introductory workshops (on 2 December 2025 or 24 February 2026).
Abstract
Specific module for the subject area "Humanities" on the management of classes with international students.
References and tools (in English) will be proposed to address some challenges considered relevant in classes characterized by cultural diversity such as:
- the different previous experiences of students in relation to teaching approaches and study;
- involvement and interaction in the ministerial field of study code;
- how to manage different levels of preparation and autonomy in studying by students;
- the division into working groups;
- the ministerial field of study code that (not) becomes a meeting place for students who feel isolated;
- how to facilitate the integration of those who enter late (especially in work groups that have already begun);
- tensions and conflicts between students who come from areas in conflict with each other;
- discrimination between students.
In particular, examples of cooperative learning and feedback and monitoring tools will be provided.
Prof. Alessio Surian
Associate Professor of Didactics at the University of Padua - Department of Philosophy, Sociology, Pedagogy and Applied Psychology. He teaches Intercultural Education in the master's degree in English Clinical, Social, Intercultural Psychology. He has been an international student in Sweden and Bassi countries and works as a lecturer and trainer on the topics of cultural diversity, effective communication and group dynamics.
Face-to-face - University Language Centre
Tuesday 10 March 2026 - 14:00-18:00
The workshop will be in Italian.
* Priority for enrolment is given to those who have participated in at least one of the 2 introductory workshops (on 2 December 2025 or 24 February 2026).
Abstract
Specific module for the subject area "STEM and Medicine" on the management of classes with international students.
References and tools (in English) will be proposed to address some challenges considered relevant in classes characterized by cultural diversity such as:
- the different previous experiences of students in relation to teaching approaches and study;
- involvement and interaction in the ministerial field of study code;
- how to manage different levels of preparation and autonomy in studying by students;
- the division into working groups;
- the ministerial field of study code that (not) becomes a meeting place for students who feel isolated;
- how to facilitate the integration of those who enter late (especially in work groups that have already begun);
- tensions and conflicts between students who come from areas in conflict with each other;
- discrimination between students.
In particular, examples of cooperative learning and feedback and monitoring tools will be provided.
Prof. Alessio Surian
Associate Professor of Didactics at the University of Padua - Department of Philosophy, Sociology, Pedagogy and Applied Psychology. He teaches Intercultural Education in the master's degree in English Clinical, Social, Intercultural Psychology. He has been an international student in Sweden and Bassi countries and works as a lecturer and trainer on the topics of cultural diversity, effective communication and group dynamics.
Face-to-face - University Language Centre
Thursday 26 March 2026 - 14:00-17:00
The workshop will be in Italian.
Abstract
Studying at university requires not only good cognitive skills, but it involves emotional and motivational components that sometimes matter more than the skills that students have.
Another key aspect for a successful university career is related to the ability to plan and organize one's time.
This workshop addresses the first part of the topic of strategic learning by focusing on how to foster a functional approach to study.
The second part is scheduled for April 23.
Prof. ssa Chiara Meneghetti
She is an associate professor at the Department of General Psychology of the University of Padua. His research interests concern spatial cognition, memory and individual differences. For years she has been engaged, both in terms of research and application in clinical and educational contexts, in the development of tools for the evaluation and promotion of a good study and learning method.
Face-to-face - University Language Centre
Thursday 16 April 2026 - 14:00-18:00
The workshop will be in Italian.
* Aimed exclusively at those who have already attended a workshop, seminar or lesson on Team-Based Learning
Abstract
In this workshop, after an introduction to the teaching methodology of Team Based Learning (TBL), participants will apply the methodology to their own course unit by trying to build a TBL module. At the end of the meeting, participants will be able to:
- plan their course unit, starting from the Syllabus, with backward planning;
- build problem situations to be proposed during TBL sessions;
- build structured multiple-choice objective written tests for the Readiness Assurance Process phases (I-RAT and T-RAT);
- plan TBL sessions for their discipline.
Prof. ssa Barbara Cardazzo
After graduating in Biological Sciences and obtaining a PhD in Genetic Sciences, he completed his training abroad in France and England.
She is currently an associate professor at the University of Padua. The research and teaching activity is focused on food microbiology and food safety. From 2017 onwards, by attending various training courses, he was able to learn different innovative teaching methodologies and train as a Change Agent. In 2021 he followed training in the Team Based Learning methodology, then integrating it into his teachings.
Prof. ssa Stefania Balzan
She is Associate Professor in Inspection of Foods of Animal Source Foods at the University of Padua. The research activity is focused on food safety and consumer protection.
He has attended various training courses on blended teaching, Team Based Learning and since 2025 he has been among the university's Change Agents. He is president of the CdL in Food Safety.
Face-to-face - University Language Centre
Thursday 23 April 2026 - 14:00-17:00
The workshop will be in Italian.
Abstract
Thinking of the university student, it is taken for granted that the experience with studying has made it possible to develop functional strategies for the processing of the text (paper and not) as well as its memorization. In reality this is not always the case, this becomes problematic when the use of non-functional strategies is associated with difficulties in the course of study.
In this second workshop on the theme of strategic learning, we will reflect on how to promote, through teaching, functional strategies for the elaboration of study material and its memorization.
Prof. ssa Barbara Carretti
She is a full professor at the Department of General Psychology of the University of Padua. His research interests concern memory, reading comprehension and reading from the point of view of individual differences. For years she has been engaged, both on the research side and in the application in clinical and educational contexts, in the development of tools for the evaluation and promotion of good comprehension skills.
Face-to-face - University Language Centre
Tuesday 12 May 2026 - 14:00-16:30
The workshop will be in Italian.
*Aimed primarily at professors in the humanities area
Abstract
The workshop represents an opportunity for teachers who want to enrich their teaching approach and transform students into active protagonists of their own learning. This teaching methodology is particularly effective in stimulating critical thinking, problem-solving skills and soft skills, promoting deep and lasting learning.
The workshop will address both the theoretical and practical aspects of the implementation of case studies in the classroom. Through practical experience, versatile tools will be provided to build and use case studies in a flexible way, adapting them to different needs and areas of study. An experiential approach will be adopted, allowing participants to experience first-hand the potential of case studies in university course unit.
Strategies for the effective management of group work, the facilitation of discussions in the ministerial field of study code and the evaluation of learning through this approach will be discussed. A particular focus will be dedicated to the change in the role of the lecturer, who is transformed from a transmitter of knowledge to a facilitator of learning. The challenges and opportunities associated with this new role will be examined, including time management, the balance between the use of case studies and course programme coverage, and the use of this methodology as an assessment tool.
Prof. ssa Maja Roch
She is an associate professor at the Department of Developmental and Socialization Psychology and Change Agent of the University of Padua. Her research focuses on the development of language and communication in children, with particular attention to multilingualism and neurodevelopmental disorders. She is also involved in the development of psycho-educational interventions for parents and educators to promote language skills in children with typical and atypical development.
Online - Zoom
Thursday 21 May 2026 - 14:30-16:00
The workshop will be in Italian.
Abstract
This workshop proposes a strategic approach: starting not from technology, but from specific teaching and learning objectives.
Often the choice of a digital tool risks being guided by novelty rather than by actual pedagogical effectiveness. The meeting aims to reverse this trend, providing participants with a method to consciously select the most suitable environments and tools to support the students' educational path, drawing on the University's digital ecosystem.
Durante the workshop, participants will learn how to:
clearly define their learning objectives (whether cognitive, practical or collaborative);
analyze the functional characteristics of the different technologies available;
use effective criteria to map the tools according to specific teaching needs, ensuring an informed and functional choice.
Prof. Cinzia Ferranti
She is a learning designer and trainer in the integration of digital technologies for teaching at the University of Padua. He has been involved for years in the didactic design of courses in online and blended learning environments and teacher training at various institutions and universities.
He is a lecturer in "New technologies for learning", "Digital environments for online and face-to-face teaching" and "Tools for digital storytelling" at the University of Ferrara.
Face-to-face - University Language Centre
Tuesday 26 May 2026 - 15:00-18:00
The workshop will be in Italian.
Abstract
The workshop aims to allow participants to understand the principles of Debate and to acquire skills to design and conduct activities capable of developing argumentative, critical and communicative skills in students.
The course will introduce Debate as a teaching methodology, illustrating its fundamental principles and benefits for university education. The rules, the stages of development and the roles within the teams will be presented, offering operational tools for the construction of the argument, the refutation and the management of objections.
The workshop will offer practical examples and guidelines for designing training experiences based on constructive discussion, with the aim of integrating Debate into university teaching in a conscious, structured and effective way, enhancing the active participation of all the people involved.
Prof. ssa Marnie Campagnaro
Associate Professor of Children's Literature, Pedagogy of Reading and History of Pedagogy of Work and Adolescence at the FISPPA Department of the University of Padua. She is director of the postgraduate specialization course "Reading and literature for children and adolescents (0-18 years). Projects and experiences for teachers, educators and animators" and coordinates the LETIN UNIPD research group.
She has participated in numerous national and international research projects and is a member of the scientific and editorial committees of prestigious international children's literature journals.
Prof. Maria Cristina Lavagnolo
She is associate professor of the Department of Civil, Building and Environmental Engineering of the University of Padua, lecturer of Circular and Sustainable Waste Management for the Bachelor's Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering, coordinator of the National Doctorate in Scientific, Technological and Social Methods Enabling Circular Economy, director of the CEWMS-Center for Studies on Circular Economy and Sustainability of the University of Padua and director of the first-level master's degree ELEA-Low Tech Circular Economy Europe/Africa funded by the European Union. He is Advisor for Africa and Development Cooperation of the University of Padua and Change Agent for innovative teaching since 2017. She is the author of a hundred publications in international scientific journals and combines research on the issues of the circular economy of waste with a passion for Africa.
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