Tips to balance teaching and research activities
Five tips to help academics balance their teaching and research duties without compromising the quality of one or the other, by Abdullah Khadim
December 5, 2022
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Creating quality online learning through strategic planning practices
The Covid-19 pandemic demonstrated the value of e-learning – but designing quality online courses is a skill to be honed
December 2, 2022 -
Why there isn’t one ‘right way’ to practise ungrading
Extricating ourselves from A-F grading scales requires an inclusive, big tent approach in which we de-emphasise grades in a way that best fits our individual contexts
December 2, 2022 -
Action to improve diversity and inclusion for Black students and staff
Where should action to improve equity, diversity and inclusion within universities be focused in order to have a tangible impact? Christina Dzineku and Patrice Sewou explain
December 2, 2022 -
How to spice up a lecture
Simple exercises can make reading-based university classes more engaging and interactive, says Amjed Majeed. In this video, he offers four ways to break up the vocabulary, text, comprehension routine
December 2, 2022 -
Decolonising learning through access to primary sources
Mathematicians have always looked at old problems in new ways. A database of original sources will give university-level mathematics students a global, historical view of their subject
December 1, 2022 -
An introduction to microlearning
Dulce Julissa Salas Benavides and Jesús Alejandro Salas Benavides explain the basics of microlearning, from how it works to benefits and key features
December 1, 2022 -
When am I going to be found out? Tackling academic impostor syndrome
Do you find yourself thinking ‘everyone knows more than I do’ or ‘I shouldn’t have got this promotion’? If so, Jo Clift has tips for challenging your impostor syndrome
December 1, 2022 -
When to use online laboratories for STEM teaching and why
A guide to help STEM educators understand which aspects of practical laboratory learning can most effectively be delivered online and the benefits of this approach
December 1, 2022 -
How can universities build social impact through better relationships?
Alumni and lifelong learning programmes have a vital role in institutions’ social purpose goals, but how can universities ensure these relationships have impact?
November 30, 2022 -
Creating a connected student experience
Universities can use technology, data and a proactive and inclusive communications strategy to enhance their students’ lives on campus and establish a sense of community and belonging
November 30, 2022 -
The importance of being a people-first leader – and tips on how to do it
There are many small ways you can show appreciation for your employees and make them feel valued on a daily basis, says Sabrina Casas
November 30, 2022 -
Learned words: using poetry to reflect on practices in higher education
Poetry writing can aid reflection on your teaching and learning or research practices, offering a fresh way of organising thoughts, as Sam Illingworth explains
November 30, 2022 -
Nine tips to help students prioritise tasks
If students complain of not having enough time to complete assignments, Hassan Imad Kadhim has nine tips that will help them (and anyone else juggling a to-do list) get tasks done
November 29, 2022 -
Good teachers need to be good learners
Patrick Bailey draws on four decades of university experience to identify the three things he thinks have the biggest impact on successful teaching and learning
November 29, 2022