What my students have taught me about being a teacherApproach teaching as a collaboration between you and your students. Veselin Jungic looks back on what he’s learned Veselin JungicSimon Fraser University
Stay in your lane or swim sideways: working respectfully in the third spaceLearning designers and subject matter experts often have to navigate the choppy waters of course co-creation. Here, Jay Cohen offers six tips for collaborating successfullyJay CohenAdelaide University
We used a hybrid escape room to dramatically boost student attendanceLow class attendance has been a growing trend since the pandemic, so how can we encourage students to come back? Educators at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University share their innovative strategyErick Purwanto, Na Li, Ting Ting TayXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool UniversityÂ
A road map for advancing digital inclusion for your students, staff and communityA multi-departmental and collaborative approach to digital skills training has helped tackle digital exclusion at Staffordshire University. Raheel Nawaz explains the key initiatives Raheel NawazUniversity of Staffordshire
Better together: co-teaching to support equity in educator trainingClinical experiences, methods courses, service learning and experiential learning can enhance teacher candidates’ ability to support English language learners. Here, Molly Riddle and Kelli Bernedo offer advice for using co-teaching in educator trainingMolly Riddle, Kelli D. BernedoIndiana University Southeast
Building trust in research: how effective patient and public involvement can helpInvolving patients and the public in research results in more relevant outcomes and gathers insight into what issues affect and are of importance to them and their communities, writes Gary HickeyGary HickeyUniversity of Southampton
How can we encourage more prospective first-generation students to apply to university?Reflecting on her experiences as a first-generation student and widening participation practitioner, Raeesah Ellis-Haque shares insight into how universities can ensure communications and outreach activities speak to prospective first-generation studentsRaeesah Ellis-HaqueThe University of Bristol
How to engage students using public advocacyUse real-world events to help students join the dots in their learning. Cornelia Koch outlines howCornelia KochAdelaide University
Using communication before content to develop cognitive presenceCognitive presence goes beyond physical presence and enables students to feel comfortable in the learning environment, writes Alison Thirlwall. It puts the educator in students’ minds as a supporter and guideAlison ThirlwallUniversity of Wollongong
Empower communities using the Tree of Hope activity for post-project evaluationPost-project evaluation tools that generate useful participant feedback drive positive, enduring change, write Suthawan Thummasungwan and Prakit ArsaPrakit Arsa , Suthawan ThummasungwanSiam University
The comfort and joy of flipping the classroom‘Tis the season to embrace the magic of a flipped classroom. Multidisciplinary educators offer their perspectivesMegan Barker, Diana Bedoya, Sarah Johnson, Danielle Murdoch, Leanne RamerSimon Fraser University
Show your research impact: a guide for academics and researchersIn academia, effectively demonstrating and communicating the real-world impact of research is increasingly vital for scholars, driven by demands from funding bodies and academic institutionsMohammed Al-Bahrani Al-Mustaqbal University
Conferences, TED talks and social media: the ultimate tools for academic profile buildingEffective social media use and strategic networking can help you shape a distinctive personal brand as an academic. Padmakumar K offers some practical guidance on how to increase your reachPadmakumar KManipal Academy of ÌÇÐÄVlog
It can be different: managing time, tasks and well-being in academiaAcademic careers are often associated with long hours, overwhelming workload and burnout – but it doesn’t have to be that way. Understanding the nature of knowledge work can help, says Katrina McChesneyKatrina McChesneyUniversity of Waikato
Prepare for promotion: how to develop a strategy for successHow can you ensure you have the best chances of success when applying for a promotion? Here are some tips from careers consultant Eleanor Hennige Eleanor HennigeThe University of Edinburgh
Maximise your research impact with these seven LinkedIn tipsLinkedIn works as a powerful tool for academics who want to share their research, yet self-promotion can be daunting. Here are seven tips to engage with other academics on the platform and define your brandRushana Khusainova, Hannah Robinson , Jacks BennettThe University of Bristol
Go head-to-head with ChatGPT to enhance your students’ personal learningPitting yourself against artificial intelligence can enhance your students’ motivation and critical thinking. Eric Tsui shows howEric TsuiThe Hong Kong Polytechnic University
How to embed inclusive recruitment practices in a higher education setting Hiring practices – from job posting to interview – are key to creating a diverse workforce. Here, Damien Page offers advice on how to drive university-wide inclusivity from the classroom to the community Damien PageBuckinghamshire New University
Promoting learning with TikTok: 10 tips for engaging studentsLeverage TikTok for learning at the university level by using pop culture, investing time in production and encouraging discussions, writes Chris ClarkeChris ClarkeWashington State University
Leverage careers educators’ academic expertise to improve careers educationCareers-focused learning can benefit when careers educators bring their academic expertise into the equation. Anna Branford and Luella Leon of RMIT explain howAnna Branford , Luella LeonRMIT University
All’s fair in large-class grading When courses have so many students that multiple tutors are required for marking, consistency with assessment grading is a key concern. Here, Temesgen Kifle offers ways to support tutors to give fair grades and feedbackTemesgen KifleThe University of Queensland
Hone the story of your career to make a case for promotionReflecting on achievements, considering broader impacts and shaping a narrative that resonates can help you craft a compelling career story that enhances your chances of promotionEleonora Pantano, Rachael LambThe University of Bristol
Writing responsibly: how to use reflective practices to navigate ChatGPTReflective writing exercises can mitigate the influence of artificial intelligence on students’ learning, while also enriching understanding and giving students a chance to express themselves, writes Mario Carrera Mariano CarreraKing Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok
Students’ life stories can bridge the gap between theory and practiceDrawing from lived experience can help build students’ self-efficacy and develop learning skills. Ankit Agarwal explains howAnkit AgarwalAdelaide University
A good plan is essential to make online international courses a success How can we ensure teachers and students have positive experiences in online international classrooms? Here, Nelly RamÃrez Vásquez and Mariana EstefanÃa Elizondo GarcÃa share some tipsNelly Ramirez Vásquez , Mariana EstefanÃa Elizondo Tecnológico de Monterrey
Transforming admissions for first-gen university student enrolmentAttracting and retaining first-generation college students is a pivotal goal for higher education institutions seeking diversity and inclusivity, and college admissions faculty play a vital role in this process, writes Juan EspinozaJuan EspinozaVirginia Tech
How to use VR and AR to enrich learning in occupational therapy and physiotherapyAmong the myriad 21st-century technological innovations that have revolutionised teaching and learning, virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) present the greatest opportunities to truly transform students’ learning experiencesMuhammad Hidayat SahidThe University of Indonesia
The world isn’t sorted into modules, nor should authentic learning be Faculty should combine their modules for an interdisciplinary, real-world based approach to learning, argues Angela Ng Angela NgSingapore Institute of Technology
It’s time to fully support promotions on the education pathwaySpecialist teaching roles such as librarians and learning designers may not map perfectly on to criteria for professorial posts, but they make significant contributions to the student experience and should be rewarded as such, argues Harriet Dunbar-MorrisHarriet Dunbar-MorrisUniversity of Buckingham
Struggle, strength and growth: safety as an engine for changeTalking about experiences with purpose in a safe space can help develop students’ life skills. Here are strategies and techniques that foster an environment and feeling of securityKathleen Chim, Lai Tsz Chui, Benjamin Tak Yuen ChanHong Kong Metropolitan University
Tips on making professional-looking, engaging videos for online courses Making videos for online classes doesn’t have to be costly. Here are ways to make them look professional on a budgetGeoff Fortescue The University of Edinburgh
Five things to know before you launch a research podcastStarting a podcast can open up your research to a new audience. David Allan and Andrew Murray show howDavid Allan, Andrew MurrayUniversity of the West of Scotland
How to survive the academic treadmill When working hours are stretched to cover marking, induction and other tasks, what is a busy scholar to do? Here, James Derounian offers suggestions for taking essential downtimeJames DerounianUniversity of Bolton
Building technical skills across universities starts with understanding what is possibleHow can we encourage staff and students to build their technical skills? Inkpath founder John Miles explainsJohn MilesInkpath
How to create an inclusive learning environment for visually impaired studentsEducators can make all the difference to their visually impaired students’ university experience. Kate Armond explains howKate ArmondSenior lecturer
Five ways to beat the procrastination monster Writing and procrastination often go together like pen and paper, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Here, Glenn Fosbraey offers strategies to stop putting off putting words on the pageGlenn Fosbraey University of Winchester
Get the word out: four ways to communicate with non-academic audiencesSharing scientific research with the wider public can be instrumental in breaking down the barriers to academic work. Ashleigh Johnstone offers adviceAshleigh JohnstoneArden University
How can universities increase diversity in spin-out founders?Ensuring that all talented researchers can participate in spin-out leadership is core to translating world-leading discoveries into innovative and impactful businesses, writes Simonetta Manfredi in her response to the UK spin-outs reviewSimonetta Manfredi Oxford Brookes University
How to use YouTube videos in a flipped classroom systemWith students’ attention spans decreasing, it’s important to find engaging ways to help with pre-class preparation, writes Aravind ReghunathanAravind ReghunathanLoughborough University
The ‘above average’ illusion: tackling overconfidence in the classroomOverconfidence among business graduates can result in costly personal and professional mistakes. Ekaterina Ipatova proposes a new approachEkaterina IpatovaUniversity of Roehampton
How can UK universities support applicants affected by student visa changes?Higher education institutions can help international students feel welcome and valued through their admissions processes, administrative help and public statements, writes Kate MorseKate MorseSheffield Hallam University
How to drive change in a research group, part two: a step-by-step guideResearch group leaders can use business frameworks to implement change effectively, argues Daniel Moraru. Here's howDaniel MoraruShizuoka University
Community organising: a case study in parent engagement Widening participation in higher education and improving the education journeys of young people cannot happen in isolation, writes Michael Bennett. Here, he outlines a programme that connects parents, community groups and the universityMichael BennettKing’s College London
The four key steps to writing a successful funding bidThe art to writing successful funding bids lies in your vision – and assembling a crack team to enact it. Rob Waterson offers his tipsRob WatersonUniversity of East London
Leveraging internships to empower first-generation studentsProfessional placements – whether paid or unpaid – offer practical, hands-on experiences aligned with students’ academic pursuits and help level the playing field for first-gen students in competitive job marketsLisa M. LeeVirginia Tech
Multilayered interventions to foster community relationshipsKey components of positive community engagement include institutional-, faculty- and course-level links, writes Tom Williamson. Here, he offers a road map for embedding universities in their local area and regional economyTom WilliamsonAnglia Ruskin University
How small universities can make big digital changesEven tiny institutions can punch above their weight when implementing changes. Chris Porter shares the lessons learned from overhauling library digital services at Birmingham Newman UniversityChris PorterBirmingham Newman University
How to foster PhD excellenceHow can PhD supervisors help early career researchers blossom? Support them with finding funding opportunities, understand each doctoral candidate’s motivations and reach out to your own network, suggests Julia HörnleJulia HörnleQueen Mary University of London
Embrace AI tools to improve student writingRather than trying to keep it out of the classroom, here are ways faculty can facilitate more effective use of ChatGPT for writing assignmentsPamela BourjailyUniversity of Iowa
Four key hurdles international students face – and what to do about themHow can we make international students’ academic journey a positive one? Katherine Mansfield suggests ways to alleviate their social, academic and language challengesKatherine MansfieldUniversity of Westminster
