EARLY BIRD -15% | Until August 20th
SUMMER SCHOOL - 2026 EDITION
Advanced Learning Design School 2026
From need to prototype in 4 days.Take a lesson, workshop, course, or training program you're working on and redesign it using advanced learning design methods.
August 27-28 and September 10-11, in Modena
An in-person summer school
TheAdvanced Learning Design School born within Future Education Modena, a research and development center that since 2019 has been developing and testing learning solutions together with schools, universities, companies, and training institutions.It's designed to restart in September with the training model you need in hand: a complete learning experience; a redesigned workshop or course; a learning unit; a company path; a template for generating activities with AI, Canva, and integrated frameworks.
Who is it for?
Learning designer
Trainers
Teachers
Instructional designer
Innovation Manager
HR Professionals
Consultants
Training Managers
Teachers, educators and instrumental functions
Those who work in schools, universities, or educational settings and want to develop a conscious design approach, update their practices with evidence-based methods, and integrate digital tools and AI in a thoughtful, inclusive, and effective way into their teaching programs.
Trainers, instructional designers, and L&D freelancers
Those who design and manage training, professional development, and skills development programs, and want to acquire more robust design methods, visual design tools, and narratives capable of increasing engagement and the effective transfer of skills.
School principals, teaching coordinators, and L&D managers
Chi coordina l’offerta formativa all’interno di istituti scolastici o gestisce lo sviluppo del capitale umano nelle organizzazioni e nelle academy, e desidera acquisire solidi criteri di qualità per valutare l’impatto dei percorsi formativi e capire come l’AI trasforma la progettazione.
What are you bringing with you?
A methodological toolbox (theory and practice) for designing learning experiences.
Frameworks developed by the multidisciplinary FEM research team.
In-depth materials and recorded extra content.
Canvas and templates adaptable to different projects.
Ready to use in your next lessons or projects.
Strategies for integrating AI into teaching and learning design.
Bring your training case
Design it from scratch
Enrich it with AI
Prototype it and bring it to the classroom
Calendar
Module 1 | Design, Neuroscience & Universal Education
01
August 27, 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Neuroscience and Universal Design
Cognitive processes, Universal Design for Learning, learner variability, educational inclusion.
Workshop on analyzing and redesigning your own training material through design.
SOFIA ID: 159035
02
August 28, 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Design for Learning & Canva
Design for Learning, Learner Journey, Learning Personas, developing training needs, Information Design.
Workshop in collaboration with Canva on producing a visual representation of your training project.
SOFIA ID: 159036
Module 2 | AI for Education, Interactive Storytelling, Game-Based Learning, Algorithmic Pedagogy
03
September 10, 10:00 - 17:30
AI for Training & Interaction Design
Riprogettare la formazione con l’AI, game-based learning, storytelling interattivo.
Workshop: defining the format and theme of your project challenge (escape room / interactive story / simulation)
SOFIA ID: 159037
04
September 11, 10:00 - 17:30
Advanced AI & Algorithmic Pedagogy
Prompt design, AI tutor, vibe coding for teaching, interactive prototyping.
Workshop: Design and Test Your Own AI System
SOFIA ID: 159038
The structure of the days:
Morning:Research, theory, models, case studies, and design frameworks.
Afternoon:Workshops, prototyping, group discussions, and iterative project development.
In collaboration with:
Choose your path
SINGLE DAY
Access to 1 single day of your choice, materials and templates for the day.
€ 159
A MODULE(2 days)
Access to 1 module (2 days), preparatory content, template and 1 follow-up session.
€ 249
worn out
COMPLETE SCHOOL
All 2 Modules (4 days), all materials, special FEMxCanva templates, preparation and 2 follow-up sessions.
Do you need more information?
Testimonials from past editions
""The experience of the Summer School It was very positive: stimuli and ideas emerged from every single day. I liked the ability to Team work to meet new people with whom I exchanged advice and ideas.""
— Support teacher
""There Summer School It was an opportunity to broaden my knowledge in my profession and to create networks with other colleagues. I really enjoyed it. the laboratory aspect, because putting theory into practice provides additional support in metabolizing the knowledge learned.""
— Instructional Designer
""I chose to participate in the Summer School for the will to improve myself and to put myself into play and for to compare myself with high-level teachers. I liked the fact that I could communicate freely my ideas and relating to other colleagues""
— Secondary school teacher
Are you coming from out of town? We'll help you.
By car
Uscendo dall’Autostrada del Sole al casello Modena Nord si imbocca la tangenziale fino all’uscita “Centro storico”: Here are the directions.
Where to park:
Both car parks are approximately 500 metres from our headquarters in Via Ramazzini, 7
By Train
The FEM headquarters is approximately 1 km from the Modena train station. The journey time on foot is 12-15 minutes, or 3 minutes by taxi.
By Plane
L’aeroporto di Bologna è collegato con il centro di Modena con gli autobus SACA. La fermata più vicina alla nostra sede è Viale Monte Kosica o Autostazione. Aerbus – Navetta per l’aeroporto di Bologna
- Restricted | Camillo Coccapani Alley 5, menu with refined dishes and careful combinations.
- Latteria#21 | Via Sant'Eufemia 78, menu proposals with seasonal products and vegetarian options.
- Golden Grapes | Piazza Giuseppe Mazzini 38, Cozy rustic-chic restaurant with seasonal local cuisine.
- Aldina's trattoria | Via Albinelli 40, classic Emilian menu.
- Old Pirri | Via Prampolini 8, Vintage restaurant with traditional home cooking.
- Uncork Wine, Food and Drink | Via Sant'Eufemia 48, menu with a curated selection of wines and revisited non-traditional food.
- Delicatessen with kitchen | Via Adeodato Malatesta 20, Takeout service and quick lunches featuring local and organic produce. Vegetarian options available.
- The Bicycle - Coffee & Cured Meats | Via Sant'Eufemia 26, an ideal spot for a quick lunch or traditional aperitif (cured meats, wine, and cheeses)
Hotel Estense *** | Via Jacopo Berengario 11
📍 Location and parking
- About 300 meters from the FEM headquarters
- Located outside the ZTL zone
- Free internal parking (small, not bookable)
- Provision of free parking passes in blue lines for all guests
Room rates (per night, B&B)
- Economy single (single bed): €75
- Standard single (French bed): €90
- DUS (double for single use): €110
- Double / Matrimonial: €145
- Triple: €165
- Quadruple: €190
To request availability and take advantage of the agreement, write to info@hotelestense.com or call 059219057
Hotel Cervetta 5*** | Via Cervetta 5
A 200 metri dal Duomo di Modena e a 500 metri dal Palazzo Ducale, in zona ZTL, l’hotel dispone di un garage privato e fornisce pass gratuito a tutti gli ospiti per il parcheggio su strisce blu, oltre al permesso di passaggio in ZTL.
Central Park Modena**** | Viale Vittorio Veneto 10
Strategic location on the access roads to the historic center and outside the limited traffic zone.
FAQ
No. L’Advanced Learning Design School è un percorso executive pensato per professionisti che progettano esperienze di apprendimento e desiderano aggiornare il proprio metodo con strumenti, approcci e pratiche di progettazione.
Sì. La scuola si rivolge a chi lavora già nella formazione, nell’education o nell’innovazione organizzativa. Le attività di laboratorio partono da casi e sfide progettuali reali.
La scuola si rivolge a tutti coloro che operano nel settore dell’apprendimento: docenti, educatori, formatori, learning designers, instructional designers, professionisti HR, consulenti, responsabili della formazione.
Over the four days, you'll build a toolbox of tools to use in your work: canvas, templates, frameworks, in-depth materials, and a project developed during the course.
Each day alternates between in-depth study and laboratory activities. The morning is dedicated to models, case studies, and research; the afternoon is dedicated to design, prototyping, and discussions with instructors and participants.
No. Each module integrates research, case studies, and workshops. Project work accompanies the entire course and allows for immediate application of tools and methods.
L’intelligenza artificiale viene utilizzata come strumento di progettazione. Esploreremo applicazioni utili per generare idee, sviluppare prototipi e supportare alcune fasi del lavoro progettuale, mantenendo sempre al centro la qualità dell’esperienza di apprendimento.
The school is designed as a single program, but it is possible to choose to attend just one of the two modules or a single day.
Yes. Participants receive the materials used during the course, along with any additional content included in the program, so they can continue using the tools and frameworks even after the school has concluded.
Perché la progettazione dell’apprendimento evolve continuamente. Future Education Modena lavora ogni giorno con scuole, università, imprese e enti di formazione per sviluppare e sperimentare modelli formativi radicalmente nuovi, tecnologie, format e contenuti. La scuola nasce da questa esperienza fornisce strumenti, metodi e pratiche maturati nella ricerca e nel lavoro sul campo con 80.000 professionisti dell’apprendimento.