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By dene.mullen , 23 August, 2022

Why is collegiality crucial and how can we foster it?

Being an academic can be a solitary pursuit at times, but creating a supportive and enjoyable working environment helps staff do their best work, says Tobias Kliem

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4minutes

By dene.mullen , 23 August, 2022

Why universities should consider merging library and IT departments

Merging library and IT services can bring great benefits to university life

Cultural differences and the need for excellent communication mean that such merging libraries and information technology departments is not easy, but the outcomes can provide tremendous value, says Ravi Ravishanker

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4minutes

By Miranda Prynne , 23 August, 2022

A checklist for making disability inclusion a reality in higher education

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Actions that universities must take to promote equal access and opportunity for disabled students in higher education, based on a research-backed framework developed by Carol Evans and Xiaotong Zhu

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4minutes

By Eliza.Compton , 22 August, 2022

Pedagogical wellness specialist: the role that connects teaching and well-being

Does faculty well-being affect student outcomes? Exploring this question in the wake of post-Covid burnout and trauma led UCI to create a new position that prioritises teacher wellness

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4minutes

By dene.mullen , 22 August, 2022

We need our collegiality reserves replenished post-Covid – here’s how

Everyone at universities need their collegiality stocks replenished post-Covid

While collegiality rests mostly with the people, institutions cannot just sit back and wait for it to spring on its own, says Lucas Lixinski

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4minutes

By Miranda Prynne , 22 August, 2022

Helping students see biology within a broader context

Should educators help students understand their chosen subjects within a broader context of learning? Mark Coleman has been experimenting with this in his biology course and shares his findings so far

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5minutes

By Eliza.Compton , 19 August, 2022

What can human behaviour analytics tell us about student learning?

Human behaviour analytics could be the answer to enhanced student engagement and better learning experiences in computer-aided learning environments

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4minutes

By dene.mullen , 19 August, 2022

Zero cheating is a pipe dream, but we still need to push academic integrity

We may never stop university students cheating but we should still encourage academic integrity

David Rettinger and Erica Price Burns offer key points for institutions to consider when creating systems that encourage academic integrity among students

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4minutes

By Miranda Prynne , 19 August, 2022

What will your anti-racist university look like?

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Universities continue to make bold commitments to stamp out racism and promote equity, diversity and inclusion, but what does it mean in practice to be an anti-racist university?

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4minutes

By Miranda Prynne , 18 August, 2022

What’s the story? Creative ways to communicate your research

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Early in your academic research, you should ask how you can creatively communicate it to a wide audience. The results may surprise you, says Steven Beschloss

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