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LernBar [on the Web]

Authoring system for creating online learning units

The authoring system LernBar enables the creation of online learning content without requiring teachers to deal with the graphic design of the interface or other technical implementation issues. The focus is entirely on the didactic and content design.

In addition to text, multimedia content such as graphics, videos, etc. can be integrated, as well as test tasks for self-assessment. Students can also access the online learning units on mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets.

The authoring system LernBar was developed at Goethe University Frankfurt and can be used free of charge by teachers at other universities for non-commercial purposes.

Getting to know LernBar

Click on the image to get to know LernBar – short and to the point
Click on the image to get to know LernBar – short and to the point

Possible Uses

  • Online learning units offer a meaningful way to prepare recurring and fundamental content in a multimedia format for students’ supplementary self-study within courses.
  • Different levels of prior knowledge among students can be better addressed through appropriately adapted learning paths within the units.
  • Online learning units provide a solid basis for delivering content in the context of flipped classroom scenarios.
  • Learning modules created with LernBar can, for example, be integrated into the Moodle learning platform and complement the resources available there.
  • User-centred navigation and consistent presentation of content based on professionally designed templates
  • Mobile display of content for smartphones, tablets, and similar devices
  • Online as well as offline use of learning modules
  • History function and bookmarks
  • Integration of a cross-course glossary
  • Integration of external video sources such as YouTube or Vimeo, as well as the inclusion of any other documents from Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
  • Cross-course and cross-user evaluation of embedded test questions and individual feedback
  • Easy handling through WYSIWYG production (What You See Is What You Get) and assistants for template selection and test question creation

The authoring system LernBar is provided by Goethe University Frankfurt. After prior registration as an author, the software can be downloaded via the LernBar Portal.

Thanks to SCORM compatibility and the use of web standards, online learning units created with LernBar can be integrated into the Moodle learning platform as well as into other websites. Publication via the LernBar portal of Goethe University Frankfurt is also possible.

This tool is intended as a suggestion to help facilitate digital workflows in teaching and learning. It is freely available on the web and can be used free of charge, at least in its basic version. As it is not centrally provided by TU Darmstadt, we would like to point out that users are responsible for independently reviewing the tool in terms of data protection compliance. Please refer to our guidance for evaluating digital tools with regard to data protection .

If in doubt, please contact the colleagues in the data protection department.