By giving students agency in course content, the University of Edinburgh presents a fascinating case study of how student-led experiential learning can be used to develop professional skills in credit-bearing exercises. But can it work at scale?
Microcredentials are becoming increasingly popular, with higher education institutions using stackable credits to increase academic flexibility
Using the correct pronouns is a key part of respectful communication – so where do we begin with creating a university environment where sharing pronouns becomes a natural part of our workplace culture?
Strategies for writing effective abstracts for conference and research papers
Academics highlight the importance of nurturing soft skills and responsible techniques in online assessment
QA Higher Education reveals plans for new degree offerings that tie in-person learning with online flexibility for learners
QA Higher Education and Unthinkable are working together to re-evaluate existing online and face-to-face learning strategies for the future
Worldwide crises, such as a pandemic or healthcare costs in ageing Western societies, often centre on medical education and require it to adapt quickly. So, what can a university learn from such situations?
New research shows the achievements of non-academic partnerships and gives insights into what funding and delivery models can help them flourish
Student-managed investment funds are an effective way to give students real business experience and develop their professional skills. But they need careful planning and support from faculty, Ahmad Al Asady explains
The many economic challenges facing universities may be pronounced but they can be overcome with an agile mindset and innovative solutions
Rising costs are putting universities’ finances under increasing strain. The institutions that tackle the problem head-on will be best prepared for the future.
Can superheroes teach us about physics? What can studying Kylie Minogue tell us about gender politics? Two academics talk about the intersection of popular culture and higher education
A move from pre-packed hampers can make university food banks more efficient and the space more welcoming – and build a stronger community. Erin O’Neil offers tips for switching to a grocery-store model
Eunice Costilla Cruz and Elizabeth Marcial Morales examine the right time to make use of synchronous moments in virtual courses, and when asynchronous ones are more suitable