Michael Marmann

Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Michael Marmann is a full professor at the Faculty of Media of the University of Applied Sciences Düsseldorf. Since 2000, he has led teaching and research in E-Learning, Multimedia, and Database Systems, with research interests spanning E-Learning strategies, knowledge management, digital transformation, and interactive media development. He has been a web administrator for the Faculty of Media since 2001 and held an additional teaching role at the University of Duisburg-Essen’s Learning Lab in 2014/15. His work includes developing integrated e-learning platforms like alex and eStudy and leading student projects in digital applications and corporate learning.

• Education:
  • Diploma in Computer Science from Dortmund University
  • PhD in Information Systems and Databases from Fernuniversität Hagen (supervised by Prof. Gunter Schlageter)
• Research Interests:
  • Optimization of E-Learning development processes
  • Interactive learning media and knowledge cooperation
  • Agile project management (Scrum, Kanban)
  • Generative AI and synthetic media in education
  • Knowledge work in the 21st century
• Teaching Portfolio:
  • Lectures on Digital Literacy (since 2010), covering topics like AI literacy, lifelong learning, and digital ethics
  • Corporate Learning modules (2018–2024) exploring gamification, metaverse applications, and AI-driven workforce training
  • Digital Applications and Lernagentur project-based courses focusing on real-world digital product development
• Labs & Projects:
  • Co-leads the E-Learning and Knowledge Cooperation and Interactive Learning Media labs
  • Developed the alex portal (2001–2011) combining SumTotal LMS with Microsoft SharePoint
  • Contributed to eStudy (2012–2020) and central HSD-Moodle systems
  • Key projects: MYproject (blended learning platform, 2011), Job5 (career portal matching student profiles with industry needs, 2010)
• Current Roles:
  • Teaching Digital Applications (BMT 17.P04) and Lernagentur (BMT 20.P04) since 2018
  • Active in curriculum development for upcoming programs like BA Creative, Synthetic & Interactive Media (2027)
  • Freelance consultant for digital media solutions