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By Miranda Prynne , 25 September, 2023

The ‘third way’ academic: becoming an education-focused professor

A male lecturer talks to a class of students

Career development tips for higher education professionals who take an education-focused pathway

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4minutes

By Eliza.Compton , 25 September, 2023

What is the cost of students’ social mobility from a community ties perspective?

Overhead shot of students around a table

Personal networking strategies can influence successful academic integration and emotional stability of students from under-represented communities in higher education. Here are ways to support these groups, based an analysis of the egocentric networks of Roma students

By Eliza.Compton , 22 September, 2023

Why we need a new model for professional development credentials

Close collaboration between universities and industry can help higher education address the ‘skills emergency’ and rebuild trust in university qualifications, writes Mick Grimley

By Miranda Prynne , 22 September, 2023

Should we trust students in the age of generative AI?

A look at how institutions can shape their policies relating to generative AI such as ChatGPT to build trust among students and guide them in its responsible use

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4minutes

By dene.mullen , 21 September, 2023

How to coach in-employment lifelong learners for success

A team from Singapore Institute of Technology offers insights from working with in-employment learners who are seeking to upskill by studying for degrees

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4minutes

By Eliza.Compton , 21 September, 2023

Making space for emotions in learning

The trick is to design courses so cognitive and affective learning balance each other in a way that promotes empathy and deeper understanding of the content, writes Carol Subiño Sullivan

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4minutes

By Miranda Prynne , 21 September, 2023

Unlocking urban secrets: learning through the exploration of our cityscapes

Teaching strategies to tap into the micro-narratives embedded within the urban landscape to support learning outside the classroom

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5minutes

By dene.mullen , 20 September, 2023

Respectful provocation: the university skill for our times?

Challenging students about their assumptions and values makes them better equipped to engage with the challenges of living in a diverse society, writes Mathew Guest

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5minutes

By Eliza.Compton , 20 September, 2023

What makes an effective microcredential programme?

Short, flexible and skills-focused, microcredentials must balance the needs of students and industry. Here are tips on how to develop courses that achieve this

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3minutes

By Miranda Prynne , 20 September, 2023

A checklist for advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in medical sciences and education, part two

Three questions that medical sciences lecturers should ask when revising curricula to promote ethical considerations, an understanding of health inequities and diverse perspectives

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4minutes

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