Create a psychologically safe space for honest feedback between colleagues
A guide to creating a culture of respect and honesty in which colleagues feel safe offering and receiving constructive feedback on their work
September 27, 2023
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How to use humour to boost student understanding and foster creativity
Humour is a versatile teaching tool, explains Pete Ludovice. It’s fun, it makes the lecturer seem more approachable, helps make complex concepts relatable, shifts cognitive load, and encourages innovation in the classroom
September 27, 2023 -
These are the best practices and most common mistakes in learning assessment
Cecilia Tagliapietra Ovies says that, while there is no single formula for learning assessment, there are certain basic principles institutions can follow to help ensure success
September 26, 2023 -
Harness human and artificial intelligence to improve classroom debates
A guide to using artificial intelligence to support nuanced class debates that train students’ critical thinking and communication skills
September 26, 2023 -
Authenticity sells because it matters
Written communication – whether that’s a press release or IT guidelines – should be clear, sincere and accessible. Here, Mike Brown offers ways to help colleagues build the confidence and skills to tell their stories in an authentic way
September 26, 2023 -
Implementing project-based learning: a practical guide
Ibham Veza and Mohd Syaifuddin Mohd provide practical guidance and methodologies for introducing project-based learning and outline its potential impact on students
September 25, 2023 -
The ‘third way’ academic: becoming an education-focused professor
Career development tips for higher education professionals who take an education-focused pathway
September 25, 2023 -
What is the cost of students’ social mobility from a community ties perspective?
Personal networking strategies can influence successful academic integration and emotional stability of students from under-represented communities in higher education. Here are ways to support these groups, based an analysis of the egocentric networks of Roma students
September 25, 2023 -
An introduction to creating escape rooms
Bernardo Pereira Nunes offers tips on how to get started on an escape room experience that will boost students’ teamwork, leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
September 22, 2023 -
Why we need a new model for professional development credentials
Close collaboration between universities and industry can help higher education address the ‘skills emergency’ and rebuild trust in university qualifications, writes Mick Grimley
September 22, 2023 -
Should we trust students in the age of generative AI?
A look at how institutions can shape their policies relating to generative AI such as ChatGPT to build trust among students and guide them in its responsible use
September 22, 2023 -
How to coach in-employment lifelong learners for success
A team from Singapore Institute of Technology offers insights from working with in-employment learners who are seeking to upskill by studying for degrees
September 21, 2023 -
Making space for emotions in learning
The trick is to design courses so cognitive and affective learning balance each other in a way that promotes empathy and deeper understanding of the content, writes Carol Subiño Sullivan
September 21, 2023 -
Unlocking urban secrets: learning through the exploration of our cityscapes
Teaching strategies to tap into the micro-narratives embedded within the urban landscape to support learning outside the classroom
September 21, 2023 -
Respectful provocation: the university skill for our times?
Challenging students about their assumptions and values makes them better equipped to engage with the challenges of living in a diverse society, writes Mathew Guest
September 20, 2023