Want to foster community and give your students a voice? Start blogging
From educators to students, blogging is a vital social infrastructure for the higher education community. Michael Taster and Rosemary Deller offer their tips
May 30, 2024
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Combat social injustice burnout in social sciences and humanities courses
Teaching our students about modern-day challenges is imperative if we want a fairer world. However, it can be frustrating and disheartening when we focus on the issues rather than the solutions, writes Paulina Millán Aguilar
May 30, 2024 -
Uncovering Indigenous insights: let’s research together
Meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities requires researchers to shift away from conventional methodologies and towards more collaborative and participatory approaches. Here, Sarah Wiki-Bennett shares six key tenets
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Spark social justice awareness in the classroom
Exposing your students to a wide range of perspectives on one topic can help develop their social justice awareness. Stone Meredith shows how
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How exactly does research get funded?
Ever wondered how research funding works? Raghavendra U breaks down the entire process in this resource
May 29, 2024 -
Measuring excellence in online learning
As technology accelerates the evolution of online learning, rankings can support universities in their digital transformations, setting standards that make for more rewarding student experiences
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Integrating data skills into the curriculum to navigate an AI-centric world
Universities must incorporate data skills into different disciplines to help students meet future skill requirements
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The vital role of a faculty senate in higher education
In the intricate ecosystem of a university, the faculty senate allows for democratic governance and academic integrity. Here, Joseph S. Merola explains why establishing this body is not an option but an imperative
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How to assess and enhance students’ AI literacy
Students must learn to critically evaluate AI and use it to boost their productivity. Rohini R. Rao explains
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How to develop a researcher mindset as a PhD student
Entering the postgraduate sphere is a whole new ball game. Shaif Uddin Ahammed shows how to hone a PhD mindset
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The secrets to success as a provost
What does this multifaceted job entail and what qualities do you need to do it well? Steve McLaughlin decodes one of higher education’s most mysterious roles
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A whole-organisation approach to digital upskilling is the way forward
The challenge of digital transformation is one universities must rise to, or be left behind. Amanda Taylor-Beswick advocates for an organisation-wide approach
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AI vs academic integrity: threats and opportunities for higher education
Large language models might be an obvious challenge to academic integrity, but with the right approach, policy, and faculty and student engagement, can academics make AI a net win for their institution?
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Confessions of an Athena Swan chair
Serving on an EDI or gender-equity committee can be not only rewarding but strategic for the advancement of your professional journey, writes Jana Sadeh. Here’s how to do it well, based on her experience
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Campus Talks: How to lead a university from the front
De Montfort University vice-chancellor Katie Normington talks about leadership, why change is best undertaken quickly, what ballet taught her about resilience and persistence, and how to empower others to realise their potential
May 23, 2024