Songwriting sessions, treasure hunts and biscuit decorating are among the creative Freshers’ Week activities that help students build self-confidence, connect with others and ease the transition to university life
Want to connect with funders, the media, the public or policymakers? Start by thinking like a storyteller
We need to acknowledge the realities of poverty and inequality, and the trauma it leaves our students with. Here are six principles to make higher education more inclusive
REF 2021 placed more emphasis on impact and engagement, meaning we must no longer rely on our research to speak for itself. Read how to engage with those beyond academia to ensure your work has a greater impact on society
Just landed your first adjunct teaching role and don’t know where to start? Here’s how to make the most of your strengths, design a clear syllabus and deliver engaging, manageable sessions
Students dealing with dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties may struggle in the classroom more than their peers. With their number increasing, here’s how to give them the space they need to learn
A simple change reduced our lab waste by a tenth. Find out how you can do it too
Students can self-regulate their learning and improve their well-being by spending less time at their desks and more time moving – thanks to Bluetooth headsets
The classroom is a perfect place to discuss the messy, real-world consequences of technological discoveries, writes Andreas Alexiou. Beyond ‘How?’, students should be asking ‘Should we…?’ and ‘What if…?’ questions around ethics and responsibility
Educators fear giving students too much choice in their learning will see them making the wrong decisions. But structuring choice without dictating the answers could be the way forward
Structured peer assessment can significantly improve student engagement and accountability in group work. Read about two methods that led film students to produce better-quality work
Institutions need to work harder to understand international students with disabilities’ needs and challenges, and put in place more obvious and intentional communication with them
Universities can adapt to meet changing student expectations more effectively by transitioning to cloud-based systems
As digital skills grow ever more vital, the University of Manchester is leading a flexible, inclusive learning revolution to empower lifelong learners and support Greater Manchester’s digital ambitions
Advice and strategies for creating a university campus where all students and staff feel accepted, valued and respected