What does a 21st-century research and science system look like?
Jim Metson explores what is needed from universities and government to create a transformative research, science and innovation sector in New Zealand
February 20, 2023
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Questions beyond majors: developing mental maturity in students
When undergraduates build their own course plan, reading list and thesis project, the benefits extend beyond the individual student’s mindset to teaching faculty, write Ryan Derby-Talbot and Marjorie Wonham
February 17, 2023 -
Teaching the unknown: how to prepare students for uncertainty
Five steps that educators can take to teach students to cope with uncertainty and respond effectively to unforeseen events
February 17, 2023 -
Autonomy, fun and other benefits of student-centred learning design
Putting students at the core of learning design can bring business and commerce studies to life, writes Guan Wang
February 16, 2023 -
An examination of student engagement in the classroom
An exploration of what student engagement means for different individuals and how to support and assess it in the classroom
February 16, 2023 -
Campus Talks: Academia and activism
Three academics share their experiences of using their research and teaching for social justice aims
February 16, 2023 -
How US universities can future-proof skills education to boost graduate employability
As institutions seek to build robust online and in-person student communities, they face a challenge to embed agility and innovation across curricula
February 15, 2023 -
Remote internships are the experiential learning advantage for the future of work
Online work experience bolsters graduates’ employment prospects and increases universities’ competitiveness
February 15, 2023 -
Supporting students with disabilities’ success through extracurricular activities
Non-curricular activities develop students’ skills and sense of belonging, but students with disabilities often face financial, cultural and physical barriers to participation. Here are ways universities can support equal access and inclusion
February 15, 2023 -
Five ways to use neuroeducation to improve student learning
Understanding what happens in the brain when it learns can help teachers plan their lessons, attitudes and words for maximum learning impact
February 15, 2023 -
A tool to navigate information overload
Shonagh Douglas shares a tool that directs students to the specific advice they need when searching through online resources and offers lessons in how to recreate similar aids elsewhere
February 15, 2023 -
How to run an effective student well-being campaign
From reaching out to the local community to making it interactive, Christina Chant offers seven tips for effectively promoting your university’s well-being services
February 14, 2023 -
How to support multilingual international students in the classroom
Multilingual students face unique challenges that affect their participation and communication in the classroom, but educators can take steps to make them feel welcome
February 14, 2023 -
How university leaders can use an ‘innovation for’ mindset to drive enrolment
For US colleges and universities, the key to turning around falling enrolment is to directly respond to concerns about affordability, accessibility and return on investment, writes Nivine Megahed
February 13, 2023 -
Five tips for helping international students settle in their new surroundings
Ganna Pola and Önay Aktunç offer advice based on their experience as advisers to international students in North Cyprus
February 13, 2023