Peer review is frustrating and flawed – here’s how we can fix it
What would peer review 2.0 look like? Mark Humphries offers ways to optimise the process for better efficiency and research outcomes
July 13, 2022
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Are you ready to publish? Top tips on how to prepare your manuscript
From explaining the publishing cycle to outlining what makes a strong manuscript, Jing Tang walks ECRs through key steps when preparing to publish for the first time
July 13, 2022 -
Strategies to motivate students in asynchronous learning
The self-directed nature of asynchronous learning makes it easy for students to disengage. Guhuai Jiang and Jiayu Zhou offer strategies that boost students’ motivation when working on their own
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What is tenure in higher education – and how to get it
For many scholars, permanent employment is the light at the end of a years-long tunnel. Here, Henry Reichman explains the US tenure system and why it is key to protecting academic freedom
July 12, 2022 -
Russia’s intellectual isolation presents opportunities for Central Asian HE
Major universities in this region are now uniquely positioned to build new international partnerships with academic institutions that have lost access to Russia
July 12, 2022 -
Assessing science students’ practical skills – can we learn from healthcare education?
Healthcare educators have developed effective ways to assess a range of practical skills in their learners. What can other science educators learn from their example?
July 12, 2022 -
Strengthening local economies and skills through civic engagement
How universities are navigating funding challenges through collaborative innovation
July 11, 2022 -
The US should admit Ukrainian medical students to help them rebuild their country
A caveat for recipients of such aid would be committing to moving back to Ukraine to practise after they have completed their studies
July 11, 2022 -
An invisible minority: what is needed to support students with caring responsibilities
Students with caring responsibilities in the UK have no joined-up support. Jessica Iyamu and Ellie Brown make a call for policies to provide consistent help across all universities for this overlooked group
July 11, 2022 -
Make social-emotional learning part of teaching: it’s easier than you think
These practical, achievable tips show how to incorporate social-emotional learning into everyday educational practices
July 8, 2022 -
Embrace students’ eco-anxiety to spur critical and systemic climate action
Luis Gerardo Rojas Solorio gives tips on how to leverage and assuage your students’ eco-anxiety, using fun games and discussions, in order to drive change
July 8, 2022 -
Use technology to hook students’ interest when teaching online
Used strategically, technology can be employed to make teaching more entertaining and engaging. Luqian Huang shares examples of how to use digital tools to support effective pedagogies
July 8, 2022 -
How leaders can and must work together to address inequity
Leading by example and striking the right balance between competition and collaboration are crucial points for those hoping to lead HE to a more equitable future
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Foundations to lay when teaching computational and data skills
Traditional teaching in data analysis focuses on statistics and visualisation but an emphasis on foundational data and computational skills is needed to prepare students to work with real data, explains Philip Leftwich
July 7, 2022 -
Business schools must play their part in supporting those fleeing Ukraine
As providers of education that sits at the interface of industry and academia, the onus is on business schools to step up during times of crisis
July 6, 2022