Teaching & Mentoring

UX Teaching, Coaching & Mentoring –
Transferring knowledge effectively

For over 20 years, I have been teaching aspiring UX professionals how to design digital products that people actually use – research-driven and practice-oriented.
I teach and coach at the intersection of UX, technology and responsibility – in academia, research and industry.

Teaching philosophy for UX education & coaching

Three principles shaping my teaching

Research-based

UX is not a gut-feeling discipline. I teach the theoretical foundations from psychology, HCI and design research – so students understand why certain methods work.

Practical & applicable

Theory without practice is useless. That’s why my students work on real projects with actual users – from research planning to testable prototypes.

Collaborative & discursive

The best solutions emerge through exchange. My seminars thrive on discussion, peer review, and teamwork – just as it will be later in professional life.

In addition to teaching and coaching you will find my consulting and collaboration models as well as practical project examples .

Academic Teaching & UX Subject Areas

Where and what I teach

Dr. Peter Klein conveys usability not only as theory, but also as vivid, hands-on practice. This immediate practical applicability especially inspired the students.
Prof. Dr. Kerstin Müller
Prof. Dr. Kerstin Müller
Department of Computer Graphics and Mathematics

Universities & Institutes

Teaching experience across Germany

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Subject Areas

Information Visualization User Research Usability Engineering Prototyping Information Architecture Design Thinking Digital Ethics Accessibility Design Systems UX Strategy

Teaching Formats

  • Lectures
  • Seminars
  • Practical courses
  • Thesis supervision
  • Online teaching
  • Intensive seminars
  • Workshops

UX Workshops, Trainee Programs & Coaching for Companies

Tailored workshops & structured development programs

Train-the-Trainer: Multiplying UX expertise internally

Do you have experienced UX designers on your team who should pass on their knowledge to colleagues? I show your senior UXers how to create didactically valuable content, facilitate workshops, and communicate complex UX topics clearly.

Typical contents

  • Knowledge transfer methodology (constructive alignment, learning objectives)
  • Workshop design & facilitation (timeboxing, energizers, facilitation)
  • Giving feedback & supervising group work
  • Presentation techniques for UX topics
  • Creating documentation & learning materials

Result: Your senior UXers can pass on knowledge internally, onboard new employees, and act as multipliers.

Building a trainee program from scratch

Would you like to establish a structured trainee program? I support you from concept to implementation – tailored to your company culture and UX maturity.

1
Needs analysis

Which skills are required? Where are your trainees today?

2
Curriculum design

Tailored learning program with clear milestones

3
Piloting & evaluation

Test, measure, and improve iteratively

4
Train-the-Trainer

Enable internal trainers to run the program themselves

Result: A sustainable, internally scalable trainee program.

Typical workshop topics

  • UX Research Fundamentals – Interviews, tests, insights
  • Design Thinking & Ideation – Applying creative methods systematically
  • Prototyping & Testing – From paper to high-fidelity
  • Inclusive Design & Accessibility
  • AI & UX – Impact on use & responsibility

WoMent² Mentoring Program

Voluntary engagement since 2021

Voluntary engagement

Since 2021, I have volunteered as a mentor in the WoMent² program at Heilbronn University. WoMent² stands for Women’s Mentoring & Networking and supports female students and graduates in starting their careers and developing professionally.

As a mentor, I support young women on their path into the UX industry – with professional advice, networking contacts, and honest feedback. It is important to me to give back and empower the next generation.

The mentoring sessions helped me sharpen my career goals and approach job interviews with more confidence. The honest insights into everyday UX work and the practical tips for my portfolio were especially valuable.
N. N.
now UX Lead at a tech scale-up

What my mentees learn

  • Career planning & goal setting – strategically shaping your own path
  • Application strategies & portfolio – from job search to a compelling case study
  • Networking in the UX community – building and maintaining connections
  • Work-life balance – staying healthy in the tech world
  • Overcoming impostor syndrome – building self-confidence
  • Salary negotiation & contract questions – knowing and representing your value

Learn more about WoMent²

Let’s collaborate

Whether you need a tailored UX workshop for your team, want to build a trainee program, or are looking for a guest lecture at your university – let’s find out together which format suits you best.

For companies
For universities
Research-based
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The scientific foundation of my teaching and training formats can be found in the publications & research papers .