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.

20+

Years of teaching experience

10+

Universities

9

Subject areas

7

Teaching formats

20+

Supervised theses

3

WoMent² mentees

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.

Alongside my teaching you will find 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

Department of Computer Graphics and Mathematics

Universities & Institutes

Teaching experience across Germany

With reference Without reference

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

Contact

For guest lectures, talks or questions about theses, feel free to write to me.

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The scientific foundation of my teaching can be found in the publications & research papers .

UX Teaching, Coaching & Mentoring – Transferring knowledge effectively