Introducing an activeflex teaching model into pre-existing online courses
Steps for designing and implementing an activeflex model of teaching in pre-existing online courses, shared by Marla Williams
May 16, 2022
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How to attract and support non-traditional students in higher education
Hurdles and obstacles are created from the outset and then vice-chancellors wonder why their student population is not diverse, says Dilshad Sheikh
May 13, 2022 -
Are your first-year students disengaging? Here’s how to get them back on board
From creating distinct spaces on your VLE to discuss first-year study to checking in with absentees, Katherine Mansfield provides tips for re-engaging students
May 13, 2022 -
Using remote learning technology  to boost student engagement and interaction
As face-to-face teaching returns, educational technology can be used to boost student engagement in ways that are not possible in a physical classroom. Andreina Parisi-Amon explains how
May 13, 2022 -
Building the campus of the future
The pandemic has accelerated a shift towards multi-modal campuses that accommodate hybrid learning and promote collaboration
May 12, 2022 -
Unibuddy releases community product to promote belonging among prospective students
Unibuddy has announced the launch of the latest addition to its product suite, Unibuddy Community
May 12, 2022 -
How I plan to get through REF results day
If the results don’t deliver what we think we’ve earned, it will be a blow, but it won’t change the fact that what we do matters, says John McKendrick
May 12, 2022 -
Why is recruitment and retention in the university sector more difficult than in other sectors?
Attracting and keeping the best people is a perennial issue for higher education institutions. Here, Jonathan Lord looks at how the pandemic impacted staffing and strategies for improving processes
May 12, 2022 -
Rebalancing research and teaching within universities: rethinking recognition and reward
Adrian Lam looks at what changes to recognition and reward in higher education would help academics better balance a focus on research with need for quality teaching
May 12, 2022 -
Writing about the day job: levelling up scholarship across higher education
Tutors with full class schedules have little capacity for research but by focusing on the scholarship of teaching and learning, they can contribute valuable insights supported by their day job, write Russ Woodward and Tim Veal
May 12, 2022 -
Why does open access make publishing more complicated?
The shift towards open-access publishing can leave students and researchers confused. Here, a group of research facilitators answer the most common questions about the new publication landscape – and sum up where we stand
May 11, 2022 -
The good, the bad and the way forward: how UK universities should respond to REF results
How should UK universities respond if their REF results are good, bad or offer a mixed picture? New pro vice-chancellor for research Heather Widdows shares her advice
May 11, 2022 -
Coordinating co-authors
Co-authoring with other researchers can result in more ambitious and exciting papers than solo endeavours but is also fraught with potential hiccups. Steven Bateman and Jie Zhang share advice on keeping collaborative work on track
May 11, 2022 -
We won’t get anywhere without placing the SDGs in local contexts
Applying the SDGs looks vastly different in a Western city from how it does in a rural Asian village. Su Li Chong explains how universities can help us get past a one-size-fits-all approach
May 11, 2022 -
Tips and apps to encourage better interaction with students
Classting and Remind are two lesser-known apps that can aid communication with your class when used effectively
May 10, 2022