Digital humanities 101
What makes 鈥榙igital humanities鈥 different from 鈥榯raditional humanities鈥, and how could it make your classroom more collaborative and creative?
March 19, 2025
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Let鈥檚 look at AI as a reasoning partner, not a shortcut
The latest reasoning AI models, such as DeepSeek, offer an opportunity for universities to strengthen critical thinking in the next generation of workers
March 19, 2025 -
When essay feedback does more harm than good
Tired of asking for more scope, depth and flow with no improvement in students鈥 writing? Maybe the problem is not the students but your feedback
March 19, 2025 -
Tips for successful asynchronous teaching: creating engaging content, part one
Despite its flexibility and ability to reach across distance and time zones, asynchronous teaching is still seen as subpar when compared with in-person or even synchronous online courses. However, done well, it offers surprising advantages, as Figen Mekik explains
March 18, 2025 -
A comprehensive model for interdisciplinary teaching
Interdisciplinarity is crucial for preparing students for a complicated world. Adopting a dual focus on both faculty development and student engagement could be the way forward
March 18, 2025 -
Go live on social media to engage with prospective students
Meeting prospective international students in person isn鈥檛 always possible. Here鈥檚 how to create engaging live streams on social media, from selecting valuable content to structuring sessions and encouraging interaction
March 18, 2025 -
Harnessing the power of data to personalise learning journeys
Education providers amass many sources of data that can inform students鈥 learning experiences. AI tools help them target interventions where they are most needed
March 17, 2025 -
How to be empathetic when teaching first-year students
Creating a supportive and understanding learning environment can build trust, lessen anxiety and improve learning outcomes for students entering university. These practical actions will help educators incorporate empathy into their teaching
March 17, 2025 -
Six reasons why open institutional publishing matters
A new wave of institutional publishers is changing the way we think about academic publishing. Here鈥檚 why they鈥檙e worth watching
March 17, 2025 -
How to make extra money in academia
How to find and make the most of dissertation supervision, extra marking and public speaking opportunities to supplement your income
March 17, 2025 -
How a career framework for knowledge exchange can foster a culture of professional growth
A career framework can provide pathways for personal and professional development. Here, Jane Shepard explains how one arts-based institution identified the skills required by professional services staff who help facilitate knowledge exchange
March 15, 2025 -
Become a better mentor by asking yourself these questions
Our mentees face a far more complex educational, social and geopolitical landscape than we did, and we must practise humility in the face of that reality, writes Maria LaMonaca Wisdom. In this piece, she explores how self-reflection enhances effective mentorship.
March 14, 2025 -
Diversity isn鈥檛 a one-off task, it鈥檚 a learning journey
With diversity practices under threat, where can universities go from here? Ibiyemi Omeihe and Kingsley O. Omeihe outline the path to truly inclusive learning
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鈥榃e shouldn鈥檛 sleepwalk into a 鈥渢ech knows best鈥 approach to university teaching鈥
As GenAI is used by almost nine in 10 students, these practical strategies help educators to rethink assessment and integrate AI as a collaborative tool in academic work
March 14, 2025 -
The evolution of authentic assessment in higher education
Practical advice on assessing students鈥 skills and application of learning in real-world, professional contexts
March 13, 2025