How Do Gen Z and Gen Alpha Students Think and Behave
- What makes Gen Z or Gen Alpha students tick and what can they (not) do?
- What is it like to study with a child, (invisible) disability or chronic illness?
- And how can dealing with these issues have a positive impact on your teaching, placement, activation and support?
The "High Noon - Didaktik zu Mittag" series in the 2025/26 academic year is dedicated to these and other questions. We present empirical data as well as findings and observations from experts in combination with didactic materials, suggestions and tips. You are also invited to share your experiences.
The life realities of the students are also their learning realities. It is therefore worthwhile to understand these better.
Planned topics and dates
- Media use - 19.11.2025
- Compatibility of studies and other obligations
- Self-regulated learning
- Neurodiveregence
- Academic writing - 22.10.2025
- Social background
- Mental health
Dates will be added continuously.
The format "High Noon - Didaktik zu Mittag"
High Noon – Didaktik zu Mittag is a well-established event series that explores the full spectrum of higher education didactics. In a 30-minute talk, national and international experts from research and teaching practice provide insights into methods, didactic principles and models, relationship-building, and much more. The second half hour offers space for exchange, discussion, and practical insights from university educators.
The event is free of charge and takes place once a month during the semester, always on a Wednesday.
All past sessions are available for viewing on uniTUBE, the University of Graz’s video platform.