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The UK’s National Teaching Fellowships were established to recognise excellence in teaching and student learning. Fellow James Derounian asks if the scheme fulfils its goals

A shift from traditional to outcome- or competency-based programmatic assessment began before the pandemic and has gained momentum since. Here are some ways to work towards it

From traditional lectures to seminar-based group work, the evolution over 20 years of a dentistry course shows how course design and pedagogy can adapt to students’ expectations and learning styles

Combine AI with gamification and storytelling activities to enhance student engagement

Students and academic staff collaborating on research projects offers many benefits for everyone involved. Here’s how to do it

Handling a challenging academic workload along with parenting responsibilities is complicated. Support, connection to resources and access to reliable childcare are all needed for parenting students and professionals to succeed

Effective conceptualisation is key when beginning any research project. Help students get off to a good start using these strategies

Higher education institutions can help their employees balance the demands of family responsibilities with work – here’s how

How higher education institutions can better position themselves to adapt and innovate

The comedy stage can be a place for academics to be silly and let it all hang out. Chris Pahlow explores why humour is effective for scholars and the people they’re trying to communicate with about their research