It’s time to tackle perfectionism head-on in the classroom
Perfectionism has long been the norm in academia. To combat it, we must offer help before it has to be asked for, say Maggie Melo and Laura March
December 9, 2021
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What to do when technology fails: an educator’s survival guide for online classrooms
Jack Wang offers seven solutions to common tech problems during online teaching – from slow internet connection to lack of resources
December 8, 2021 -
Researchers are too critical – we need to give ourselves (and others) a break
It doesn’t have to be like this. Critical thinking means looking for the evidence – that is evidence both for and against, says Hugh Kearns
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Using meta-reflection for professional development: how to tap into the full potential of online discussion forums
Adrian Lam offers guiding questions and prompts that help students reflect on their own ways of thinking and working to aid their professional growth
December 7, 2021 -
Universal design for learning: an introduction and getting started
Universal design for learning offers ways to plan teaching and learning to accommodate diverse students and help learners develop the self-efficacy they need to be successful, says Dara Cassidy
December 7, 2021 -
Building an inclusive learning community to deliver a race equality curriculum
Ricardo Barker and Syra Shakir reflect on how to set up a curriculum that engages everybody in conversations about race equality
December 6, 2021 -
How to ensure your university’s branding isn’t as bland as blancmange
Universities’ promo materials and slogans play it safe to the point of indolence, says Jonathan Wilson. He explains how to take a leaf from the global brand playbook
December 6, 2021 -
Using technology to revolutionise the way you evaluate
Even amid the great shift online, assessment methods have often remained mired in the traditional system, says Monica Francesca Contrino
December 3, 2021 -
What can universities learn from Amazon?
From putting the customer first to the buzzword that is ‘fulfilment’, there’s much to be gleaned from the way Amazon and its ilk embraced digital technology, says Peter Vervest
December 3, 2021 -
Inclusive pedagogy: using multimedia as a tool to enhance and transform assessment
Rachel Challen outlines key steps to enhancing the design, direction and delivery of assessment using digital tools
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Feedback rather than ranking: how to start ungrading in order to improve learning
Katharine Johanesen explains how to replace traditional grading with self-assessment and feedback throughout a course in order to improve learning outcomes
December 2, 2021 -
Education and grades are often in direct conflict – it’s time for a messy divorce
Universities don’t do a very good job of credentialing ,and the process actively harms students and their learning, so why do we persist? asks Danny Oppenheimer
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Recommendations for incorporating and guiding peer assessment in the classroom or online
Claudia Hernández and Karla Banda offer practical advice on how to incorporate and direct productive peer assessment among students
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Say my name: the importance of correct terms, titles and pronunciation
Jane Bryan shares lessons in handling people’s names with respect and sensitivity, ensuring correct use and pronunciation to boost feelings of belonging within institutions
December 1, 2021 -
Let’s all slow down before banishing invigilated exams forever
Despite the detractors, there still aren’t many better ways to ensure academic integrity and test knowledge and understanding, say Andy Grayson and Richard Trigg
December 1, 2021