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Joint project MIDAP in cooperation with UdK Berlin
AI and XR are rapidly advancing and are expected to provide new impetus for artistic education in the digital age. Two of Germany's most prestigious art universities are joining forces in this endeavor: the Berlin University of the Arts (UdK Berlin) and the Folkwang University of the Arts with seat in Essen-Werden at Baldeneysee – are working together on the innovative project: With the launch of the joint project „Multisensory in Dialogue and Artistic Practice (MIDAP)“ in the winter semester 2025/2026, they are setting a strong example for the future of artistic teaching in the digital age.
Funding provided by the Foundation for Innovation in Higher Education
Funded by the Foundation for Innovation in Higher Education (StIL) as part of the "Teaching Architecture" program, MIDAP will advance the development of hybrid, AI-supported, and immersive teaching concepts over four years (2025–2029). The aim is to create new forms of teaching communication that combine academic reflection, augmented reality, and artistic practice.
AI meets art: UdK Berlin introduces GenKI Lab and Digital Learning Center
With a focus on generative AI and media-didactic innovations, the Berlin University of the Arts (UdK Berlin) contributes its expertise in the field of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and media-didactic practice. Through its Digital Learning Center and GenKI Lab, it provides innovative impetus for digital teaching.
XR and Transfer: Folkwang with Immersion Lab and Student Lab
For practical formats for teacher training and art education, the [organization/institution] relies on [the following/other] in Essen district Werden The Folkwang University of the Arts, located in [location missing], focuses on the use of Augmented Reality (XR) and offers practical formats with its Immersion Lab and Student Lab. The Digitalization & Transfer office supports the transfer of project results into various educational fields.
Virtual community and creative collaboration
New spaces for peer learning, open calls, and digital participation will be created. A central element of the project is the "Virtual Community of Practice" (vCoP), which will enable continuous networking between instructors and students from both universities. The project will be complemented by formats such as open calls, XR-based "Peripatetic Spaces," the Student Lab, and the Teacher Education Practice Space.
