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A recent panel discussion at Erasmus University Rotterdam brought to light the intricate challenges of crafting student timetables that effectively cater to the needs of students, staff, and institutions. Representatives from various educational institutions shared their experiences, illustrating the persistent quest for a harmonious balance between student-centricity and operational limitations.

Tightrope des Stundenplans: Ausgleich zwischen den Bedürfnissen der Schüler und den praktischen Realitäten

A recent panel discussion at Erasmus University Rotterdam brought to light the intricate challenges of crafting student timetables that effectively cater to the needs of students, staff, and institutions. Representatives from various educational institutions shared their experiences, illustrating the persistent quest for a harmonious balance between student-centricity and operational limitations.

Das Streben nach Studentenzentrierung

The panellists acknowledged the widespread aspiration to create student-focused timetables, while also acknowledging the inherent complexities. Wouter Voss from Thomas More University articulated this tension, noting that while student-centricity is a key goal, "in the end, planning a student-oriented timetable is still about striking a balance between all the different constraints." Factors such as staff availability, limited room capacities, and budget restrictions often necessitate compromises that may not align perfectly with ideal student schedules.

Fred Jonker from Wageningen University & Research provided a concrete example of this balancing act, observing that while their institution aims to be student-oriented, they also offer classes until 7 pm to maximise resource utilisation. This practice, though beneficial from an operational standpoint, might not resonate with all students who prefer earlier finishes to their academic days.

Trotz dieser Herausforderungen wiesen die Diskussionsteilnehmer auf positive Schritte in Richtung Studierendenzentrierung hin. Die Hochschulen setzen zunehmend auf flexible Lehrplanstrukturen und bieten den Studierenden eine größere Auswahl bei der Gestaltung ihrer individuellen Studienprogramme. Diese Anpassungsfähigkeit zielt darauf ab, den unterschiedlichen Bedürfnissen und Lernstilen der Studierenden gerecht zu werden.

Wie Lehrplan und Zeitplanung zusammenspielen müssen

Ein immer wiederkehrendes Thema in der Diskussion war die Bedeutung der Anpassung des Lehrplans an die terminlichen Gegebenheiten. Fred Jonker hob hervor, wie die Wageningen University & Research proaktiv Zeitplanungsparameter in ihren Lehrplan integriert. Durch die Zuweisung von Kursen zu bestimmten Vormittags- oder Nachmittagsterminen wird der Planungsprozess gestrafft und sichergestellt, dass die Studierenden ihre Kurse nahtlos miteinander kombinieren können, ohne dass es zu Stundenplankollisionen kommt. Dieser Ansatz erspart spätere komplexe Anpassungen und bietet den Studierenden mehr Klarheit und Vorhersehbarkeit bei der Planung ihres Studiums.

Wouter Voss emphasised the value of early and continuous collaboration between curriculum developers and timetable planners. He stressed that involving planners from the outset allows them to provide valuable input on course structuring, flag potential scheduling conflicts, and advocate for solutions that accommodate both student needs and logistical constraints. Voss shared his personal experience, noting that in his own programme, "as soon as they involve me... a number of things can be adjusted, things can be made more feasible in advance." This proactive approach prevents curricula from being finalised without considering the practicalities of scheduling, avoiding potential headaches and disruptions further down the line.

Aussagekräftiges Feedback erhalten

The panellists also addressed the critical need for robust feedback mechanisms to assess the effectiveness of timetabling practices and drive continuous improvement. Wouter Voss candidly expressed his frustration with the lack of structured feedback mechanisms, stating, "In my case, outside the exam period, I don't get any feedback on the timetable I've created during a semester." He proposed implementing simple yet effective feedback tools, such as a "thumbs up, thumbs down" system, to gauge student satisfaction with specific scheduling decisions.

Das Sammeln und Interpretieren von Feedback stellt jedoch eine Reihe von Herausforderungen dar. Fred Jonker wies auf die Schwierigkeit hin, individuelle Präferenzen von breiteren Trends zu unterscheiden. Er wies darauf hin, dass das Feedback oft die spezifischen Anliegen einzelner Schüler oder Lehrer widerspiegelt, die nicht immer mit dem Allgemeinwohl übereinstimmen. Um aus einer Vielzahl von Meinungen aussagekräftige Erkenntnisse zu gewinnen, bedarf es einer sorgfältigen Analyse und einer Konzentration auf die Identifizierung von Mustern, die der Mehrheit zugute kommen.

Die Raumnutzung ist immer noch ein dominierender Faktor

In a revealing moment, the panellists were asked to choose between having comprehensive data on room utilisation or receiving direct student feedback on timetables. Unanimously, they prioritised room utilisation data, underscoring the increasing pressure on institutions to optimise resource usage, particularly in the face of rising costs and budgetary constraints.

Das Gremium erkannte zwar die Bedeutung der Zufriedenheit der Studierenden an, räumte aber auch ein, dass die effiziente Raumnutzung bei Entscheidungen über die Ressourcenzuweisung oft Vorrang hat. Wouter Voss bot eine nuancierte Perspektive an und erklärte: "Natürlich ist die Raumnutzung... wir brauchen einfach eine Raumnutzung, um die Raumnutzung freizugeben. Wir brauchen das. Einige Universitäten stehen unter großem Druck. Andere sind recht geräumig. Wir haben verschiedene." Diese pragmatische Sichtweise spiegelt die Notwendigkeit wider, mit konkurrierenden Prioritäten zu jonglieren und gleichzeitig die verfügbaren Ressourcen bestmöglich zu nutzen.

The Erasmus University Rotterdam panel discussion provided a valuable glimpse into the complexities of balancing student needs with the practicalities of scheduling in a modern educational setting. While the pursuit of truly student-centric timetables remains an ongoing challenge, the conversation highlighted the importance of early planning, collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and a willingness to adapt and improve based on feedback. As institutions continue to navigate these complexities, finding innovative ways to optimise resource utilisation and enhance the student experience will remain paramount.

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👉 What does this mean for institutions?

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For us, this isn’t just about compliance, it’s about collaboration. MCDS represents the same values we care about: openness, transparency, and building with the sector, for the sector.

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Integrated capabilities to enhance student experience and operational excellence

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Ellucian, the leading higher education technology solutions provider, announced a strategic partnership with TimeEdit, a global leader in academic operations software. This partnership delivers fully integrated curriculum planning and scheduling solutions within Ellucian Student powered by Banner, an AI-driven Student Information System (SIS) that supports the end-to-end student lifecycle. It provides institutions with a unified view of scheduling, curriculum, and SIS data, creating smarter, more connected campuses and improving the experience for students, faculty and staff.

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"Our integrated Academic Operations Platform is designed to deliver better student experiences through accurate, reliable data across the entire curriculum and scheduling journey. And that's exactly why we're so excited about our partnership with Ellucian," said Johan Blomdahl, CEO, TimeEdit. "Together, we're enhancing data reliability at every step, from curriculum planning to daily scheduling, cutting manual work and genuinely improved experiences for students. Users find it frustrating to jump between disconnected interfaces, and this partnership addresses the problem directly. We're proud to be able to provide a unified experience that's long overdue in higher education."

To learn more about Ellucian's solutions, visit: https://www.ellucian.com/solutions/all-products.

To learn more about TimeEdit, visit: https://www.timeedit.com/.

Über TimeEdit

TimeEdit is a global leader in academic operations, providing the most comprehensive and future-ready Academic Operations Platform for higher education. With over 25 years of experience and more than 220 successful customer implementations across the world, TimeEdit empowers universities to streamline curriculum planning, resource scheduling, student allocation, workload management, and more - all from a single, integrated platform.

TimeEdit stands apart through its robust, API-first architecture and deep focus on customer-led innovation. Trusted by top institutions across Europe, Australia, and beyond, TimeEdit delivers measurable outcomes -enhanced efficiency, improved student and staff satisfaction, and significant operational savings - for universities of all sizes. With a mission to enable smarter, more student-centric operations, TimeEdit works in true partnership with institutions to meet the evolving demands of higher education.

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Why did Griffith select to partner with TimeEdit?

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This move is closely aligned with Griffith’s “Creating a brighter future for all” strategic plan, which calls for systems that can adapt and scale with the University while making daily life easier for its students, academic and professional communities.

Part of a growing community

With this partnership, Griffith becomes the 14th university in the ANZ region to choose TimeEdit, joining a growing network that includes the University of Melbourne, Deakin University, La Trobe, Australian Catholic University, UNE and others.

“Griffith’s commitment to a student-first approach and their wider strategic objectives are a true source of inspiration. We are honoured to partner,”

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Timetabling and Class Registration works better together

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Momentum and enthusiasm on the ground

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“I’ve been genuinely impressed by how smooth the collaboration has been. Seeing key end users light up with excitement over the new functionality and ways of working really speaks to the strength of your team.”

A warm welcome onboard University of Canberra 💚

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This also marks another important chapter in our growing UK community - and we couldn’t be more excited to have Bath Spa on board.

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