Why you should apply for a UEG Activity Grant to develop an online course

 

I've been working with the UEG E-Learning team since early 2014 and feel tremendously proud of how much we have grown in terms of producing online courses. Basically, we just love doing them! But more importantly, the number of users enrolling in our (free!) online courses has risen immensely, and the feedback we've been getting is tremendously positive. Now, to expand the number and breadth of online courses available, UEG is offering an Activity Grant to fund the development and publication of high-quality online courses by individuals or societies.

 

 

First, UEG's online courses are primarily taken by young GI specialists, so it makes sense that you get involved in their development. We also know that young GIs are great at coming up with the innovative, fresh and out-of-the-box ideas, which are needed to keep our online courses relevant and appealing.

 

Second, developing an online course is not as complicated as you may think. There are guidelines and criteria that need to be considered, but we have put a lot of effort in trying to make everything clear and simple. So, why not enjoy a 5-minute coffee break and go through the documents? You'll see that all the material is easy to follow and pretty straightforward, and that we have resources available to help you along the way (e.g. access to our art editor and recording studio). Plus, you can always contact the E-Learning team with any questions or for advice—we are here to help throughout the whole process.

 

So, where to start? Pick a ‘song’ that’s missing from our ‘playlist’ and find your ‘Bradley Cooper’. Indeed, I am sure a lot of you already have a specific topic in mind, something covered by the ESBGH Blue Book that is perhaps underrepresented in UEG’s Education Library, particularly in the form of an online course. Now all you have to do is think of a recognised expert on that topic with whom you would like to work, contact her or him and start the journey! I invite you to check our latest course on Autoimmune Pancreatitis to get a general idea of one possible format. We would love to hear what other ideas you have in mind! 

 

Please note that the Activity Grant application deadline of April 5th refers only to submission of the application form  (general concept for the course), a summary of planned costs, and CVs of the lead author and co-author(s). So, as you can see, there is really no excuse for not applying! In any case, for further information you should refer to the "Application for support of Online Courses” section on the Activity Grants page. We look forward to receiving your application!