Quality assurance for all vhb course formats is carried out through a continuous, multi-stage process that covers all phases from conception and development to the implementation of a new online course. We support lecturers and project staff throughout each phase and are available to answer questions. The aim is to provide the best possible support for the development, implementation and continuous improvement of high-quality online courses.

Application Phase

During the application phase, our Programme Committee reviews the content of the funding applications we receive, while our staff at the administrative office carry out a formal review based on defined criteria. The final funding decision is made by the vhb executive committee, considering the recommendations of the programme committee.

Applicants can contact our project management team for advice before as well as during the application process. Instructional designers provide support with course design as part of a projectfunded by the vhb.

Development Phase

During the development phase, the vhb team assists with the development of the online courses. Instructional designers provide advice on the media-based teaching design and technical implementation if necessary. We also fund the involvement of media centres at the universities. Guidelines, workshops and training courses complement our range of support services.

Operational Phase

To support continuous development and updates, we conduct regular evaluations and collect feedback from users.

All CLASSIC vhb and OPEN vhb courses undergo regular peer reviews by experts from outside Bavaria. The assessment is based on defined criteria from a content/didactical perspective and a media-technology/pedagogical perspective. In addition, students evaluate CLASSIC vhb-courses every semester. For SMART vhb and OER@vhb, user feedback is provided via a feedback form.

For extensive revisions and updates during the operational phase, the vhb provides additional funding for CLASSIC vhb and OPEN vhb courses as required.