How to engage the public in research
Advice for fostering citizen science and public engagement in research
January 16, 2025
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We have to rethink academic integrity in a ‘post-plagiarism era’
What is the future of plagiarism as a concept in the AI age and what are the implications for assessment? This resource seeks to answer these questions, among others
January 15, 2025 -
The small steps that can make a big difference to student parents
Juggling academic and parental commitments is no easy feat. Here’s how universities can make small, programme-level adjustments to relieve the pressure on student parents
January 15, 2025 -
Why transfer student programmes are key to expanding access
Students need and want flexible, affordable pathways into higher education, so universities need to support non-traditional avenues, remove barriers and take the opportunity to reach a more diverse cohort, writes Steve McLaughlin
January 15, 2025 -
Yes, empathy can be taught – here’s how
Find out how evidence-based methods can be used to provide empathy training, bringing huge potential benefits for healthcare outcomes and busting the myth that it can’t be taught
January 14, 2025 -
How to support neurodivergent postgraduate researchers
How can universities ensure PhD students of all neurotypes can thrive? Here’s how to provide neurodiversity-affirmative supervision
January 14, 2025 -
‘Researchers have a responsibility to publish’
Without publication, advancements in knowledge will be stifled or even halted altogether, writes Walid Saad. Here he explains the many benefits to publishing for established scholars and students alike
January 14, 2025 -
GenAI can help literature students think more critically
Is ChatGPT destroying critical thinking, or is it allowing us to reconsider how we teach it? This resource explores some ways to empower literature students to use it to deepen their understanding
January 14, 2025 -
Using directional reflection to stimulate students’ evaluative thinking
Many students struggle to understand and engage with the concepts and practices associated with reflection. This is where directional reflection comes in
January 13, 2025 -
How to encourage reuse and recycling on campus
Universities generate a significant amount of waste. Here’s how to encourage students and staff to reuse and recycle
January 13, 2025 -
Will AI revolutionise marking?
Artificial intelligence has the potential to improve speed, consistency and detail in feedback for educators grading students’ assignments, writes Rohim Mohammed. Here he lists the pros and cons based on his experience
January 13, 2025 -
The foundations of a successful knowledge transfer partnership
By collaborating with businesses, researchers can apply their expertise to real-world problems with tangible outcomes. Here, academics outline how they established an effective knowledge transfer partnership to reduce water waste
January 13, 2025 -
Can non-assessed creative play help students develop confidence and critical thinking?
Supporting and enhancing students’ drawing skills improves not only their visual communication but also their mental health and well-being. Chris Wright and Zoë Allman offer low-stakes ways to use creativity to build community
January 11, 2025 -
Why academics are losing sleep
Struggling to balance academic life with healthy sleep habits? Whether it’s a well-placed nap or giving grant writing a rest, this science-backed guide will help scholars, teachers and administrators get their full eight hours
January 10, 2025 -
Rethinking online learning to tackle global injustices
A critical look at how online learning can be used to decolonise global development curricula
January 10, 2025