With mental health challenges increasing on campus, structured tools that capture students’ thoughts, feelings and behaviours can help educators spot concerns early and tailor support
A small online meeting of ethnic minority medical students in 2020 has now grown into a well established staff and student community. Here are six features that underpin its success
Learn how to break higher education out of its disciplinary silos through course design, assessment and lessons adapted to the real world
Simple steps to foster informal, institution-wide language learning can develop into a sustainable programme that builds confidence, encourages cultural exchange and strengthens student community
Research assessment exercises have turned impact into a means to an end. Instead of writing a good story, do good work for genuine impact
With growing pressure to reduce emissions, costs and waste, now is the time for universities to reimagine their role in the resource life cycle, says Darren Wilkinson
Social media is key to building an academic network but what about the darker side of putting your professional life on global display? Larisa Yarovaya explores the balance between polished presence and oversharing
University leaders and academics must resist an open-armed embrace of AI and ask tough questions about who, really, is benefitting from its use in order to shape an inclusive future, writes Chie Adachi
Express the tangible benefits of your creative work and practices, by showcasing public value
THE Award-winning educationalist Jenny Moffett talks about using AI so it supports learning rather than risks deskilling students, dealing with uncertainty in the classroom and the value of boredom
Whether navigating marking loads or vying for promotion, strong negotiation skills can make all the difference. Drawing on theory and practice, here are five ways to build them
Civic action not only gives displaced students and refugees a sense of belonging and agency, it brings academic communities benefits such as cultural insight and leadership skills
Modernising assessment requires looking at the process of learning as crucial as the outcome
University computer labs have long been indispensable, providing students with the essential tools and specialised software required for their courses. Traditionally, these spaces operated on fixed schedules or booking systems, with IT teams meticulously installing and managing software licenses on physical machines.
Empathetic teaching is about more than lectures and grades – it’s about helping the whole student grow. Find out how