(Natural) science and technique in medicine: Teaching competences along with research activities

Abstract

While factual knowledge is more and more present in digital format anywhere and anytime, (higher) education needs to extend its scope to supporting the development of personal skills and competences. The teaching and learning project “(Natural) Science and Technique in Medicine - SciTecMed” is closely related to recent research in the intersectional field of natural science, technique and medicine. Local experts from the natural science and medical faculties engage in various teaching formats that are open for students of various majors. Together, students experience the idea of interdisciplinary collaboration, discuss from their individual perspectives and learn to learn from each other and to instruct each other. By the given context of the research activities, students earn insights into the scientific process and the usage of appropriate (digital) tools, enhance their corresponding skills and have the chance to take part into the scientific activities. We describe the concept of the project, potential obstacles, student's interests as well as the syndetic benefits for both sides - education AND research.