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By Laura.Duckett , 19 July, 2024

University leaders must become entrepreneurs to address inequality

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A university’s achievement should not always be measured by rank, facilities or number of graduates. The greater community appreciates institutions that take steps to provide equal access to education, writes Bhakti Eko Nugroho
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton , 19 July, 2024

Can AI offer everyone a personal tutor 24/7?

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Generative artificial intelligence can trigger a certain amount of angst, but AI’s potential to support student learning should be explored, write Steve Hill and Quintus Stierstorfer
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By Laura.Duckett , 18 July, 2024

Students need a balanced diet of assessment practices

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Let's evaluate the process and products of our assessments and incorporate innovative elements to better emulate real-world tasks, write David Tree, Stephanie Baines, Pauldy Otermans, Nicholas Worsfold and Emily Hobson
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5minutes
By Eliza.Compton , 18 July, 2024

What simulations bring to teaching soft skills

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Role play and immersive VR experiences can bridge the gap between theory and practice as students acquire – and teachers assess – skills in communication and problem-solving
By Laura.Duckett , 17 July, 2024

21st-century skills for HE teachers

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As teachers, we should continue to learn and reflect to equip ourselves with the skills, knowledge, expertise and other characteristics to cope with the complex and dynamic changes and challenges ahead of us, writes Adrian Man-Ho Lam
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5minutes
By Eliza.Compton , 17 July, 2024

Making sport accessible to everyone on campus

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Fitness and sport programmes are not only for elite athletes. Here, Phil Malatesta offers advice for how to maximise students’ opportunities for movement and physical activity
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4minutes
By kiera.obrien , 17 July, 2024

Innovative career services for a well-prepared workforce

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How can universities enhance their student career support in response to the rapidly evolving employment landscape? Kelvin Cheng recommends three approaches to prepare students for better careers
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3minutes
By Laura.Duckett , 16 July, 2024

The zone of proximal development in four stages

Teacher explaining concepts to a group of students
The zone of proximal development offers a practical and effective approach to bridging the gap between the knowledge and ability of students with and without assistance
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5minutes
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