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August 19, 2026

Game Development with Students

The project Game Development with Students introduces interested educators to an innovative teaching tool with practical insights from the international relations classroom. Game development with students is a specialized form of game-based and project-based learning. It incentivizes both student creativity and in-class student-teacher co-creation and enables a particularly participative and result-oriented approach to the subject matter. The method is thematically flexible enough to travel across different fields of study and is adaptable to different levels of complexity. To enable other educators to implement this innovative teaching tool, we develop instructional materials (an educators handbook as well as educational videos), providing both general information on the experiential, game-based learning theory undergirding the method as well as practical, hands-on tips and trick on how to implement it in different educational settings. In doing so, we address the important, interconnected educational challenges of the transferability and sustainability of teacher developed tools.

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Saskia Ruth-Lovell, Bertjan Verbeek, Jorn Weessies

August 13, 2026

Process – Quality checks in the digital educational resources cycle

This document describes the quality assurance process for digital educational resources at HAN and the elements required to make that process reliable, repeatable, and practical. It includes 1. The procedure for quality assurance of digital educational resources; 2. The HAN quality model for digital educational resources; 3. Guidelines and a template for (peer) review of digital educational resources; 4. An explanation of how to apply the quality model and (peer) review within the educational resources cycle.

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Marijn Post, Marja Versantvoort

July 27, 2026

The Index of Medieval Art

The Index of Medieval Art houses, contextualizes, and presents images and information relating to the iconographic traditions of the medieval world. Founded in 1917 and maintained by a specialized staff of art historians, it serves iconographic researchers through both its physical archive on the Princeton University campus and an expanding online database. Its ongoing program of conferences and publications provides opportunities for continuing scholarly and public discourse about the visual culture of the Middle Ages. Once a subscription service, the online database has been freely available to the public since 2023. Online holdings comprise 177, 306 (to date) online records of works of art from early apostolic times to ca. 1600. While western European and Byzantine Christian art remain most heavily represented, secular, Jewish, and Islamic art is also being added.

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The Trustees of Princeton University

July 21, 2026

Introduction to Stochastic Hydrology

Hydrologic systems are both complex and extremely heterogeneous in time and space. As hydrological models are simplified versions of reality, their predictions are by definition subject to uncertainty. The field of stochastic hydrology focuses on quantifying this uncertainty along with prediction. This book aims to present an overview of the field of stochastic hydrology at an introductory level. A wide range of topics and methods will be treated, while each topic and method is only treated at a basic level: descriptive statistics; probability and random variables; hydrological statistics and extremes; random functions; time series analysis; geostatistics; forward stochastic modeling; and state prediction and Kalman filtering. The book can be used for a 10-15-week course at third-year undergraduate or first-year graduate level.

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Marc F.P. Bierkens

April 8, 2026

ACA-bot

ACA-bot is an engaging chatbot designed for Automated Conversational Assessment (ACA). Drawing inspiration from traditional oral exams, this text-based conversational agent transforms assessment into a dynamic learning experience. It supports both formative and summative evaluation by offering students personalised feedback and guidance at every step of their learning journey. The first ACA-bot prototype focuses on assessing students’ understanding of basic statistical concepts, but its flexible design allows for easy adaptation to a wide range of subjects and learning contexts. Through interactive dialogue, students can practise explaining ideas clearly under exam-like conditions, apply their knowledge to new and challenging questions, and refine their reasoning as they respond to follow-up prompts. They gain valuable insights into their own understanding, identify areas for improvement, and gradually build confidence for both oral and written assessments. For educators, ACA-bot offers a powerful way to scale oral examinations and enhance formative assessment without increasing workload. It automates parts of the assessment process, provides structured and actionable insights into student performance, and opens the door to more personal, interactive feedback at scale. By combining the strengths of conversational AI and educational assessment, ACA-bot turns evaluation into a collaborative, insightful process. It empowers students to think aloud, reason more effectively, and grow, while giving educators a smarter, more innovative way to understand and support learning. ACA-bot is een slimme en inspirerende chatbot die onderwijs en Artificial Intelligence samenbrengt. Geïnspireerd door het klassieke mondelinge examen tilt deze tekstgebaseerde gespreksagent Automated Conversational Assessment naar een nieuw niveau. Studenten krijgen via natuurlijke gesprekken directe, persoonlijke feedback en begeleiding, waardoor leren en toetsen samenvloeien in één boeiende ervaring. Het prototype van ACA-bot is ontwikkeld om kennis over statistiek te beoordelen, maar dankzij het flexibele ontwerp kan het systeem eenvoudig worden aangepast aan andere vakgebieden en toepassingen. Tijdens interactieve dialogen leren studenten helder uitleg geven, hun kennis toepassen op nieuwe vragen en hun redenering aanscherpen. Ze ontdekken waar hun begrip nog verdiept kan worden en groeien zichtbaar in zelfvertrouwen — waardevolle voorbereiding op zowel mondelinge als schriftelijke examens. Ook voor docenten biedt ACA-bot een slimme oplossing. Het maakt mondelinge toetsing schaalbaar, ondersteunt formatieve beoordeling via gesprek, en vermindert de werkdruk door delen van het beoordelingsproces te automatiseren. Bovendien geeft het gestructureerde inzichten in de voortgang en denkwijze van studenten, waardoor elke dialoog bijdraagt aan beter onderwijs. ACA-bot laat zien hoe Automated Conversational Assessment het leren persoonlijker, interactiever en effectiever maakt. Studenten denken hardop, verkennen hun eigen begrip, en verbeteren met vertrouwen — terwijl docenten op een innovatieve, datagedreven manier inzicht krijgen in hoe kennis werkelijk wordt begrepen.

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Aki Härmä, Julie Bauer

March 24, 2026

How the Data Logging System Works

Main Concepts: Data Log Manager as the core of the data logging system Enabling logging and debug options File naming, timestamping, file types, and delimiters Automatic creation of log folders Data collectors and their roles (continuous vs. event-driven logging) Ordering columns in CSV files Using Unity events to trigger data collection Learning Goals: Understand how to configure the Data Log Manager for logging data Learn how to organize and customize data logs, including file settings and folder structure Recognize the difference between continuous and event-driven data collection Understand how to link game events to data logging through scripts and Unity events Know when to seek developer assistance for custom data logging needs Key Takeaways: The Data Log Manager controls all aspects of data logging, including file creation and data formatting Data collectors can log data continuously or only when specific events occur Column order in CSV files can be customized using order values Unity events provide a flexible way to trigger data logging during gameplay Default settings simplify setup, but customization is possible for advanced needs Further Exploration: Search for “Unity Data Logging Best Practices” Search for “Unity Event System Tutorial” Search for “CSV File Handling in Unity” Read about “Custom Data Collectors in Unity” Explore “Runtime Folder Creation in Unity”

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Lucia M Rabago Mayer, Jordi Weldink, Amanda Poulin

March 24, 2026

Pair your Meta Quest Device to the PC

Main concepts Pairing a MetaQuest headset with a PC MetaHorizon Link as the software used for PC VR setup Wired PC VR connection using a link cable Account requirements for using Meta software PC VR workflow where the PC renders and the headset displays Learning goals After this lesson, learners will be able to: Explain what pairing a MetaQuest with a PC means Identify the requirements for setting up PC VR Install and launch the MetaHorizon Link desktop application Connect a MetaQuest headset to a PC using a link cable Complete the initial pairing and verification process Key takeaways Pairing is required to enable PC VR streaming or execution A Meta account is mandatory to use Meta PC software MetaHorizon Link manages the connection between headset and PC A wired link cable offers a reliable first-time setup option A successful pairing is confirmed by device recognition and connection checks Further exploration Search terms: MetaHorizon Link PC VR setup MetaQuest link cable vs Air Link PC VR requirements MetaQuest MetaQuest device pairing troubleshooting Next steps: Test PC VR performance with a simple VR application Explore Air Link for wireless PC VR streaming Review Meta documentation for advanced PC VR settings Verify PC hardware compatibility for demanding VR experiences

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Lucia M Rabago Mayer, Jordi Weldink, Amanda Poulin

March 24, 2026

How to edit the terrain in Unity

Main concepts Unity Terrain as an editable ground surface Terrain Tools toolbar and its main categories Terrain sculpting using brushes, size, and opacity Painting terrain features such as textures, trees, and details Terrain settings and built-in documentation Learning goals After this lesson, learners will be able to: Identify what a terrain is and how it is used in a Unity scene Locate and navigate the Terrain Tools in the Inspector Modify terrain height using raise/lower, set height, smooth, and stamp tools Add and remove terrain features such as textures, trees, and details Access Unity documentation to further understand terrain settings Key takeaways Terrain editing in Unity is done through a dedicated set of tools in the Inspector Brush size controls the affected area, while opacity controls the strength of changes Different tools serve distinct purposes, from sculpting terrain shape to adding visual detail Modifier keys like Shift and Ctrl change tool behavior for lowering or erasing elements Terrain settings allow fine-tuning and are supported by extensive official documentation Further exploration Search terms: Unity Terrain Tools overview Unity terrain sculpting brushes Paint texture terrain Unity Unity paint trees and details Next steps: Experiment with combining sculpting and texture painting for realistic landscapes Try creating connected terrains using neighbor terrains Explore performance considerations when using trees and details Review Unity’s terrain documentation to adjust advanced terrain settings

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Lucia M Rabago Mayer, Jordi Weldink, Amanda Poulin, Luca Frösler

March 19, 2026

ShareXR : Challenge-Based Learning with XR (BMS Lab, University of Twente)

ShareXR introduces a challenge-based learning (CBL) approach for integrating research, design, and development in engineering education through extended reality (XR). Developed at the University of Twente’s BMS Lab, the model addresses the increasing need for multidisciplinary collaboration by teaching students to speak a shared language across research, design, and technical development. Even for those without an engineering, scientific or STEM background. This course offers a hands-on, multidisciplinary learning experience where students take real research ideas and transform them into innovation projects within a complete and validated open learning XR ecosystem. With reusable multimedia course content, the course enables students to understand interdisciplinary collaboration, while each module focuses on one of the four pillars: Research, Design, Development, and Project Management — guided by principles of balance, iteration, and collaboration. By working with different tools like one-page project canvases, students will learn how to translate research ideas into structured user stories, requirements, and project management tasks, while exploring how XR tools can act as a human-centered medium for prototyping, testing, and validating ideas without requiring coding skills.

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Lucia M Rabago Mayer, Jordi Weldink, Amanda Poulin, Luca Frösler, Peter Slijkhuis, Mirjam Galetzka, Benno Pals, Jan-Willem van 't Klooster

March 15, 2026

Beyond Google Scholar

Students often struggle to find relevant literature for their thesis projects. The main aim of this tutorial is two-fold, namely to teach students (1) how to find relevant literature using various databases and search strategies and (2) how to critically reflect on the role of digital databases and Generative AI tools in their search process. The package includes a lecturer’s manual and two versions of the same tutorial: one with steps in Excel and one without. The tutorial can be delivered as an in-class workshop (2–3 hours) or assigned as a take-home assignment. The databases and tools used in this tutorial include Zotero, Google Scholar, Project MUSE, JSTOR, ChatGPT, and Excel. The tutorial can be used in any higher education classroom and is particularly suitable for courses that prepare students for writing a BA or MA thesis.

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Jasmijn van Gorp