How to spot misinformation online
Find out two ways of approaching the identification of online misinformation – from an external perspective and an internal one. Stephanie Tsang shows how
August 27, 2025
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How interactive orals transform assessment – and how to implement them
Interactive orals shift testing from memorisation to meaningful dialogue, reducing anxiety and building confidence in diverse learners. Read how they increase inclusivity and how to implement them across disciplines
August 27, 2025 -
Lessons for academics in resilience, persistence and coping with failure
Rejection is part of every academic journey, but that doesn’t make it easier to bear. Drawing from personal experiences, Bhawana Shrestha reflects on how shifting mindsets, embracing support and practising ‘gentle ambition’ helped her build resilience
August 26, 2025 -
It’s up to universities to embed climate literacy in the next generation of journalists
With the climate crisis intensifying, the media’s role in informing the public will be critical. Here’s how to equip journalism and media students with the tools to do so
August 26, 2025 -
AI, copyright and the classroom: what higher education needs to know
As artificial intelligence reshapes teaching and research, one legal principle remains at the heart of our work: copyright. Understanding its implications isn’t just about compliance – it’s about protecting academic integrity, intellectual property and the future of knowledge creation. Cayce Myers explains
August 26, 2025 -
Connect new students through the three Ts: teams, talking and Telegram
Find out how to help new students build connections with their peers and communicate with their professors, using these three tips
August 25, 2025 -
How to navigate the digital challenges of transnational education
As UK transnational education grows, universities must tackle the digital barriers facing global learners. Here are five practical strategies to help you deliver equitable, high-quality provision worldwide.
August 25, 2025 -
Faced with GenAI, educators’ engagement capacity matters more than ever
As universities prepare students for a future shaped by GenAI, the challenge is to use technology as a co-pilot while fostering skills that AI cannot replace: critical thinking, creativity and ethical reasoning
August 25, 2025 -
How academia can work well with industry
Advice on how universities and their staff can maximise the benefits of academic-industry partnerships for researchers, students and society
August 22, 2025 -
Three strategies to get students back to the classroom
Students’ disengagement with in-person learning seems to be lingering far beyond the pandemic. Find out three ways to get them back to the classroom – physically, cognitively and emotionally
August 22, 2025 -
Design thinking can transform first-year orientation
Design thinking offers a student-centred approach to orientation. By following these five steps, universities can strengthen first-year experiences and set them up for academic success
August 22, 2025 -
From salary to strategy: why universities must teach financial literacy
Universities teach communication, critical reasoning and research methods, so why not also provide basic financial skills to all students, regardless of discipline?
August 22, 2025 -
How university financial support teams can bolster student mental health
Universities must treat financial support as central to student well-being. By fostering open conversations and offering proactive, tailored guidance, institutions can ease financial stress, build resilience and improve the student experience
August 21, 2025 -
Six ways to welcome students to university life
Find out how to design meaningful welcome experiences for first-year students as they arrive at university, and equip them with the tools to start their academic journey
August 21, 2025 -
The case for human-centred skills in higher education
For tomorrow’s challenges – and not just today’s jobs – students will need communication, critical thinking and interpersonal skills. So, faculty should look to embed these transferable skills across disciplines. Lauren Thomas explains
August 21, 2025