Are STEM admissions processes hindering our diversity efforts?
The requirement for potential STEM students to have studied traditionally related subjects such as maths and physics seems outdated and unnecessary, says Judy Raper
March 8, 2022
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Hidden in plain sight: spotlighting invisible Black female academics
Jummy Okoya outlines actions higher education institutions should take to encourage more Black women into academia and support their career progression
March 8, 2022 -
Three steps to developing useful microcredentials
The key considerations for developing an effective microcredentials portfolio that meets the needs of diverse learners and employers
March 7, 2022 -
Slowing down earlier in the pandemic went well – so why speed back up?
The online tools adopted in the past two years do have positives, but they’ve also created a new kind of pressure – the pressure to be everywhere at once
March 7, 2022 -
Six tips for writing a successful book proposal
An interesting concept is not enough to guarantee your book will get published. In crafting a pitch, it helps to be succinct and targeted and to show an ability to deliver
March 7, 2022 -
Constructive use of varied assessment methods
Layal Hakim explains when and how to implement different types of assessment throughout a course in order to support learning
March 4, 2022 -
How to change the default settings that exclude women in sub-Saharan Africa from higher education
Angeline Murimirwa outlines the steps necessary to support young women from marginalised communities in sub-Saharan Africa into and through higher education
March 4, 2022 -
Meritocracy in the academy isn’t fit for purpose – but we can fix it
Institutions need to think about who they’re picking and foster both literacy and competence around minority issues as the first steps to a true meritocracy
March 4, 2022 -
Contextual learning: linking learning to the real world
Experience in the professional world can set your students up for a seamless transfer from higher education to the world of work
March 4, 2022 -
Institutionalising gender equality work within a university
Strategies to ensure that gains in gender equality work at universities are not lost when the individual staff members driving them move on
March 3, 2022 -
Mentoring and teaching women with disabilities in universities
Inclusive teaching and mentoring practices that support women with disabilities to succeed in higher education, while improving access for all students, shared by Molly M. King
March 3, 2022 -
‘Making it’ in the US: education and employment for Afghan refugees
With war and displacement atop most news agendas right now, higher education has a huge part to play in the US’ national response
March 3, 2022 -
Learning as becoming: what do students become as a result of their higher education experience?
A learning framework can help students understand their transition from higher education to the professional world as well as support their holistic experience of university life
March 2, 2022 -
What is peer review and why it is important?
Peer review is the lifeblood of good science. But understanding the process can take time, and gaining review experience can be daunting. Marc Gillett explains the key elements of this critical component of science
March 2, 2022 -
How to support women of all ages in post-secondary science education
Mature female students face barriers to success in STEM subjects, but steps can be taken to address this. Liette Vasseur explains what needs to be done
March 2, 2022