When essay feedback does more harm than good
Tired of asking for more scope, depth and flow with no improvement in students鈥 writing? Maybe the problem is not the students but your feedback
March 19, 2025
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Tips for successful asynchronous teaching: creating engaging content, part one
Despite its flexibility and ability to reach across distance and time zones, asynchronous teaching is still seen as subpar when compared with in-person or even synchronous online courses. However, done well, it offers surprising advantages, as Figen Mekik explains
March 18, 2025 -
A comprehensive model for interdisciplinary teaching
Interdisciplinarity is crucial for preparing students for a complicated world. Adopting a dual focus on both faculty development and student engagement could be the way forward
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Go live on social media to engage with prospective students
Meeting prospective international students in person isn鈥檛 always possible. Here鈥檚 how to create engaging live streams on social media, from selecting valuable content to structuring sessions and encouraging interaction
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Harnessing the power of data to personalise learning journeys
Education providers amass many sources of data that can inform students鈥 learning experiences. AI tools help them target interventions where they are most needed
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How to be empathetic when teaching first-year students
Creating a supportive and understanding learning environment can build trust, lessen anxiety and improve learning outcomes for students entering university. These practical actions will help educators incorporate empathy into their teaching
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Six reasons why open institutional publishing matters
A new wave of institutional publishers is changing the way we think about academic publishing. Here鈥檚 why they鈥檙e worth watching
March 17, 2025 -
How to make extra money in academia
How to find and make the most of dissertation supervision, extra marking and public speaking opportunities to supplement your income
March 17, 2025 -
How a career framework for knowledge exchange can foster a culture of professional growth
A career framework can provide pathways for personal and professional development. Here, Jane Shepard explains how one arts-based institution identified the skills required by professional services staff who help facilitate knowledge exchange
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Become a better mentor by asking yourself these questions
Our mentees face a far more complex educational, social and geopolitical landscape than we did, and we must practise humility in the face of that reality, writes Maria LaMonaca Wisdom. In this piece, she explores how self-reflection enhances effective mentorship.
March 14, 2025 -
Diversity isn鈥檛 a one-off task, it鈥檚 a learning journey
With diversity practices under threat, where can universities go from here? Ibiyemi Omeihe and Kingsley O. Omeihe outline the path to truly inclusive learning
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鈥榃e shouldn鈥檛 sleepwalk into a 鈥渢ech knows best鈥 approach to university teaching鈥
As GenAI is used by almost nine in 10 students, these practical strategies help educators to rethink assessment and integrate AI as a collaborative tool in academic work
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The evolution of authentic assessment in higher education
Practical advice on assessing students鈥 skills and application of learning in real-world, professional contexts
March 13, 2025 -
Six ways to integrate AI for business school accreditation
Streamline the process of accreditation, create multi-modal communications and effectively manage data by harnessing the power of generative AI
March 13, 2025 -
Using AI to foster self-directed learning
You can promote self-directed learning by breaking down tasks and integrating an AI chatbot into your course management system. Here鈥檚 how
March 13, 2025