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Storytelling as a didactic tool

Have you ever wondered how some lecturers captivated you when you were a student? Unlock the power of storytelling in academia with this specialized course on Educational Storytelling.

Course details

This course is designed for all faculty members, regardless of experience level or discipline, this program offers a comprehensive exploration of how narrative techniques can enhance learning outcomes.

Through seven simple steps, you’ll learn to craft engaging narratives tailored to your specific teaching objectives, whether for knowledge clips, lectures, or workshops. Delve into diverse story structures, gaining insights into perspective, chronology, and dramatic effects such as the cliffhanger and plot-twist, while embracing the principles of academic integrity and truth. Join us for interactive sessions, tailored to your talents and own course requirements, and discover how to captivate and inspire your students on both intellectual and emotional levels. Engage with us to transform your teaching approach and cultivate deeper connections with your students.

Good to know

Target audience UvA teaching staff
Language English or Dutch, depending on participants
Trainer Sjoukje Kerman (TLC Central)
Participants Between 4 (minimum) and 8 (maximum) 8 participants
Location At one of our UvA locations (see Registration).
Dates
  • Series 1: Wednesday 8 October, 29 October & 19 November 2025
  • Series 2: Wednesday 4 February, 11 March & 1 April 2026
  • Series 3: Wednesday 15 April, 13 May & 3 June 2026
  • Series 4: Monday 18 May, 8 June & 22 June 2026
Organised by TLC Central

Registration

The course is funded from central funds. Signing up is not non-committal, we will count on your participation.

  • Registration buttons for employees with an @UvA.nl email address:

  • For AUC, ACTA or FdG (AMC) employees: send an email with your name, faculty and date for which you want to register to tlc@uva.nl

 
After registering, you will receive an automated invitation for your Outlook calendar. If there are multiple dates, you’ll get a separate invitation for each (please don’t forget to accept). If the location is not yet known at that time, an update will follow later.

A proof of participation is available upon request. Please send an email to tlc@uva.nl after the course.

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