Keeping up with students’ digital expectations
Emily McIntosh, director of student success at the University of the West of Scotland explores how conversations around expectations should focus on digital literacies
December 14, 2023
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Scaffolding learning environments to drive independent research
Jon Chandler, associate professor in history at University College London, shares an insightful example of scaffolding best practice for first-year undergraduate students
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How to use VR and AR to enrich learning in occupational therapy and physiotherapy
Among the myriad 21st-century technological innovations that have revolutionised teaching and learning, virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) present the greatest opportunities to truly transform students’ learning experiences
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The world isn’t sorted into modules, nor should authentic learning be
Faculty should combine their modules for an interdisciplinary, real-world based approach to learning, argues Angela Ng
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It’s time to fully support promotions on the education pathway
Specialist teaching roles such as librarians and learning designers may not map perfectly on to criteria for professorial posts, but they make significant contributions to the student experience and should be rewarded as such, argues Harriet Dunbar-Morris
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Struggle, strength and growth: safety as an engine for change
Talking about experiences with purpose in a safe space can help develop students’ life skills. Here are strategies and techniques that foster an environment and feeling of security
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Tips on making professional-looking, engaging videos for online courses
Making videos for online classes doesn’t have to be costly. Here are ways to make them look professional on a budget
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Five things to know before you launch a research podcast
Starting a podcast can open up your research to a new audience. David Allan and Andrew Murray show how
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How to survive the academic treadmill
When working hours are stretched to cover marking, induction and other tasks, what is a busy scholar to do? Here, James Derounian offers suggestions for taking essential downtime
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Making the most of technology to drive success for online learners
Experiencing a rapid increase in enrolment and applications, the Open University of Catalonia partnered with Salesforce to streamline their processes and match students’ learning needs with the right programmes
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Using AI to improve efficiency in higher education
The integration of AI into higher education offers promising outcomes, including personalised education, automation of administrative tasks and improved efficiency
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Developing a 21st-century skillset for research’s interdisciplinary future
The next generation of interdisciplinary scientists needs a research ecosystem that gives them the skills they need to work with scientists from other fields, as well as the funding and support to bring their research findings to society
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Building technical skills across universities starts with understanding what is possible
How can we encourage staff and students to build their technical skills? Inkpath founder John Miles explains
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How to create an inclusive learning environment for visually impaired students
Educators can make all the difference to their visually impaired students’ university experience. Kate Armond explains how
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Five ways to beat the procrastination monster
Writing and procrastination often go together like pen and paper, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Here, Glenn Fosbraey offers strategies to stop putting off putting words on the page
December 12, 2023