New Podcast Episode: Inside the ENLIGHT Incubator Call
From Teaching Idea to Cross-University Collaboration: The trAIns Project in Focus
How does an innovative teaching idea grow into a funded, cross-university collaboration? And what does it take to turn a successful proposal into a project that works in practice?
In our latest podcast episode, Silvia Hlavinková hosts Dr. Ella Grieshammer from the International Writing Lab at the University of Göttingen about the 2024 ENLIGHT Incubator-funded project trAIns. The conversation places the spotlight on trAIns as a concrete example of how the ENLIGHT Incubator Call can act as a catalyst for collaborative teaching across the ENLIGHT network.
trAIns: From Concept to Implementation
Using trAIns as a case study, the episode explores how an initial teaching idea evolved into a structured, cross-university project. Dr. Grieshammer reflects on the development phase, the collaborative design process, and the practical steps that transformed the concept into a funded initiative.
Importantly, the discussion does not stop at the application stage. The episode also addresses the challenges that emerged during implementation - from coordination across institutions to aligning different academic contexts - and shares practical strategies for addressing them effectively.
Insights for Future Applicants
For colleagues considering applying for an ENLIGHT Incubator Grant, the episode offers valuable guidance. Dr. Grieshammer shares insights into the application process, highlights key success factors, and provides practical tips based on her experience with trAIns.
The conversation makes clear that the Incubator Call is not only a funding opportunity, but also a framework that supports experimentation, collaboration, and the development of innovative teaching formats across universities.
Listen to the full episode to learn how trAIns demonstrates the potential of the ENLIGHT Incubator Call — and how your own teaching idea could be the next to take shape across the ENLIGHT network.