DECONSTRUCT LEARNING

DECONSTRUCT LEARNING

This podcast by Constructor University’s Digital Education Unit explores the evolving landscape of teaching, learning design and media production in higher education.

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September 10, 2025 41 mins

Join host Carol Damm in this interview-style episode with Prof. Dr. Ulrich Kühnen as they explore the powerful impact of experiential learning in higher education. Discover how Kolb's four-stage experiential learning model transforms classroom teaching, from concrete experience through reflective observation to active experimentation. 

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David Würdemann and Carol Damm talk with Dr. Jakob Fruchtmann and student Kamoliddin about how multimedia is changing education. From analog cameras to campervan lectures, they explore personal stories, teaching philosophies, and student-produced media. It’s a conversation about video, storytelling, and emotional connection in learning—with insight, inspiration, and a few good laughs.

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In this episode of Deconstruct Learning, hosts David and Miguel explore the world of live-interactive teaching with Dr. Stanislav Chankov and student Rakeb Zewge. Together, they unpack how gamified elements—like polls and friendly competition—can energize the classroom, spark emotional engagement, and help students build deeper understanding by navigating instructor-designed challenges.

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How does design thinking transform learning? In this episode of Deconstruct Learning, host Carol Damm is joined by Professor Christoph Lattemann, Dr. Audris Umel, and student Khalida Gara to explore the impact of creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving in a university course.

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Stories captivate, entertain, and—most importantly—make learning stick. In this episode of Deconstruct Learning, Senior Media Producer David Würdemann and Learning Designer Alina Liamzina unpack the power of storytelling in education. From navigational dividers and lomography handbooks to trolley dilemmas and alien observers, they explore how narrative transforms abstract ideas into meaningful experiences.

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In this episode of Deconstruct Learning, Carol Damm and Anish Singh discuss AI in higher education with Karen Smith-Stegen, Professor of Political Science. Karen shares how her students used AI tools in a crisis simulation of the Cuban Missile Crisis, highlighting successes, challenges, and student feedback. Carol and Anish also touch on their AI pilot project, showcasing how large language models are improving workflows and curric...

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November 18, 2024 13 mins

Deconstruct Learning is a monthly podcast that takes a look at teaching and learning from the perspective of learning and media design professionals at Constructor University. In place of one or two regular hosts, we introduce the concept of "distributed" co-hosts, featuring a rotating lineup of the Digital Education Unit team members—each bringing their unique expertise and viewpoints to the episodes.

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