We are pleased to invite proposals for the 9th annual Workshop on Digital Humanities and Social Sciences/Cultural Heritage (DHSS/DHCH) in Higher Education, to be held at the Digital Humanities in Nordic and Baltic Countries 10th Annual Conference, running March 9-13, 2026, in Aarhus, Denmark.

This workshop seeks to foster dialogue and collaboration among educators, program managers, and researchers focused on the development and delivery of DHSS/DHCH programs and courses. As digital humanities, digital social sciences and digital cultural heritage programs continue to grow in number and scope, our goal is to create a platform for knowledge-sharing and exploration of pedagogical, infrastructural, and collaborative challenges and solutions.

The half-day workshop welcomes contributions that engage with topics such as curriculum development, interdisciplinary learning, project-based education, student employability, and infrastructure building in DHSS/DHCH education. This year, the workshop will also revisit topics discussed in prior years, assessing the progress of initiatives to better inform the future of DHSS/DHCH education.

Workshop Objectives

The workshop will explore several key areas: 

1. Pedagogical Innovation and Experience Sharing – Participants are encouraged to present on methods, tools, and strategies they have found effective, including interdisciplinary, project-based learning models, and the applications of large language models and other AI systems.
2. Collaborative Initiatives – The workshop aims to foster partnerships, including joint teaching programs, student exchanges, and ongoing pedagogy seminars.
3. Infrastructure Development – Addressing the infrastructural requirements essential for effective DHSS/DHCH education, including resource sharing and access to digital tools.
4. Enhancing Student Employability – Exploring methods to integrate industry-relevant skills and interdisciplinary knowledge into DHSS/DHCH curricula.
5. Community of Practice – Building a sustainable network for educators and researchers to support each other and share resources in DHSS/DHCH education

Target Audience

This workshop is intended for: 

• Educators, course instructors, and program managers involved in DHSS/DHCH programs.
• Educational researchers focused on the integration of digital tools within humanities and social sciences.
• Developers and administrators of e-learning platforms and online course materials in DHSS/DHCH.

Participants from well-established programs, as well as those in the development phase, are encouraged to submit proposals. 

Submission Topics

Proposals may cover but are not limited to: 

• Teaching methodologies in DHSS/DHCH (e.g., project-based or problem-based learning).
• Curriculum design and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Addressing infrastructural and resource challenges.
• Collaborative program models and joint initiatives.
• Strategies for enhancing student employability in DHSS/DHCH fields.

Submission Guidelines

We invite submissions of abstracts (300–400 words) that outline the focus, objectives, and expected outcomes of your presentation. 

All submissions should be sent to: dh.edu.ws@lnu.se 

Important Dates

Proposal Submission Deadline: 13 January 2026
Notification of Acceptance: 27 January 2026

We look forward to your submissions and to fostering an engaging, productive workshop that advances DHSS/DHCH education across diverse institutions and regions.

Organizers

Koraljka Golub, Marianne Ping Huang, Isto Huvila, Daniel Ihrmark, Ahmad M. Kamal, Olle Sköld, Mikko Tolonen (Linnæus University)

Contact: Please send any questions you might have to dh.edu.ws@lnu.se