Train the Bioinformatics Trainer
Description
Elevate your teaching game in bioinformatics and computational biology!
Whether you’re a seasoned instructor or an aspiring trainer, this interactive course will support you to master practical teaching strategies, lead compelling workshops, and design engaging training materials. Embrace the role of a trainer and sharpen your skills through hands-on group activities and real-world challenges.
Sessions
- The science of learning and its impact on effective teaching
- training techniques for bioinformatics, including the use of Large Language Models
- Methods to motivate learners and keep them engaged
- Ways to handle challenges and difficult situations in the classroom
Sessions will allow for exchange of experience between learners and instructors and will have space to address particular interests brought forward by participants.
You’ll also discover how to adapt your approach to suit professional settings and student audiences—making your teaching relevant.
No extensive technical background is needed; just bring your enthusiasm and a desire to inspire!
This course is strongly influenced by the ELIXIR Train the Trainer (TtT) program.
Learning Objectives
- Improved teaching skills
- Know principles of learning
- How to apply LLMs in training environments
- How can motivation be influenced - know principles how to motivate learners and avoid demotivation
- A better ability to teach key bioinformatics concepts
- Proactive handling of difficult situations in a training course
Requirements
Attendees should be equipped with a personal laptop. Having an interest (and experience) in training is beneficial.
Registration
Registration to open in December 2025.
Trainers
Daniel Wibberg (CAU / ELIXIR Germany)
Roland Krause (ELIXIR Luxembourg)
Organiser
Daniel Wibberg
Address
MARUM - Zentrum für Marine Umweltwissenschaften der Universität Bremen Leobener Str. 8 28359 Bremen
