Research at CAKL | Malmö University

CAKL's ongoing research spans areas such as learning environments, widening participation and digital learning.

Research in pedagogy in higher education

Pedagogy in higher education deals with adult learning within the framework of higher education. Students' learning within formal learning situations is explored with an interdisciplinary approach, based on different theoretical perspectives and with different research methods.

Academic subject specialists from all over the University meet to jointly explore and design academic teaching. Ongoing research spans areas such as learning environments, professional development, broadened participation, digital learning, challenge-based learning and academic literacy.

CAKL's research seminar about teaching and learning in higher education - autumn 2025

From Learning Indicators to Learning Analytics

Date and time: 24 September at 15.00 - 16.00
Speaker: Hamza Ouhaichi
About the seminar: In the era of data-driven decision making, business intelligence metrics such as screen time, click engagement, and retention rates have become the standard for optimizing user experiences. However, these metrics are largely inadequate when applied to learning environments, where the goals are knowledge/skill acquisition rather than maximizing time on a platform. Multimodal Learning Analytics (MMLA) offers a more comprehensive framework to better capture the complexity of learning.

Using the audio diary method for reflection and research

Date and time: 1 October at 15.00 - 16.00
Speaker: Mette Krogh Christensen is an associate professor at the Centre for Educational Development, Aarhus University, Denmark.
About the seminar: Based on her ongoing research on teacher identities in higher education institutions, Mette will present how the audio diary, that is solicited audio recordings of participants’ reflections centered on a specific theme over a longer period of time, can be utilized as a tool to support pedagogical reflections as well as generate data on university teacher identity formation.

Navigating Using Project-Based Learning Early: “Highlights and Pitfalls”

Date and time: 12 November at 15.00 - 16.00
Speaker: Kristina Allder, Program director/Lecturer at the faculty of Technology and Society (TS), Malmö University.
About the seminar: The current TS programs has roots in the use of project-based learning, a practice that dates back to the formation of Malmö högskola. These student projects are typically open-ended and introduced early in the programs, often in the second semester. On several occasions, these courses are designed to bring together students from different study programs and perspectives to collaborate on the same project. Over time, we have observed numerous benefits from this approach and have also learned to navigate some pitfalls. This seminar will share our most valuable insights and experiences from these courses.