What can we learn from students about online education? Yidan Qin shares some key lessons from a survey of students regarding what is needed to make online teaching effective Yidan QinXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
A guide to selecting the right ed-tech tools for your university Vikas Nand Kumar Batheja presents the key considerations and questions to ask when selecting new technological tools to support your teaching and university support services Vikas Nand Kumar Batheja Capital University College
Online review exercises to improve student performance in large coursesOnline review exercises, used in combination with other learning activities, improve student engagement and learning performance in large online courses, Peng Cheng and Rui Ding explainPeng Cheng, Rui DingXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Group work: improving communication, participation and dynamicsJonathan Sim offers three methods for facilitating effective group work by improving participation and communication between student peersJonathan SimNational University of Singapore
Upgrade your explainer videos with stock footage Kelvin Ke Jinde offers a step-by-step guide to creating instructional videos to support your teaching with the help of stock footage Kelvin Ke JindeXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Three tips for a future of hybrid teaching Brad Chan offers three tips for making hybrid learning work for all, based on his experience teaching languages Brad ChanYew Chung College of Early Childhood Education
Chinese universities face a tricky route to the topChina’s institutions are undoubtedly on the up, but they need to smash their glass ceiling to truly register on the world stage, says James ChinJames ChinUniversity of Tasmania
Turning a new page: information literacy goes onlineXiaowei Li and Lulu Wang explore how to take an on-campus institution such as a university library online to deliver hands-on information literacy skills to students around the world Xiaowei Li, Lulu WangXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Co-creation of curricula with students: a case study Eric Tsui outlines a method he uses to enhance student learning through the co-creation of new scenarios for curriculum development in their discipline Eric TsuiThe Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Creating internship opportunities: showing employers the value in humanities and social sciences Jonathan Sim describes how he engaged with local employers to open internship opportunities to humanities and social sciences students who would not previously have been considered Jonathan SimNational University of Singapore
High tech and high touch: designing a bridging system to help students prepare for STEM studies Karin Avnit, Victor Wang and Prasad Iyer describe how combining technology-supported learning with targeted face-to-face instruction helps ensure all students start university with the knowledge and skills they need to succeedKarin Avnit , Victor Wang, Prasad IyerSingapore Institute of Technology
Solving future problems today: Making HyFlex learning work for all Trent Montgomery shares the key considerations for developing effective hybrid flexible teaching that will boost universities’ educational offering in the long term Trent Montgomery Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Global virtual exchange: promoting international learningChristopher Brighton presents a model of global virtual exchange that could be easily replicated at any institution to enhance its students’ intercultural knowledge and skillsChristopher BrightonXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
How to design unforgettable class activities that help students learn better These teaching techniques are designed to pique students’ emotions and lodge key lessons more firmly in their memories Jonathan SimNational University of Singapore
Making the most of online educational resources: a case study Pascal Grange explains how online educational resources can be used to complement teaching and enhance students’ opportunities for learning Pascal Grange Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
After the gold rush: how to respond to the Chinese student downswingAs the country’s outbound study trend cools, student recruitment strategies must evolve – and there is no ‘next China’ to fall back on, says Matt DurninMatt DurninBritish Council
Tips for engaging Asian universities and alumni in new modes of collaboration Western institutions can continue to forge fruitful collaborations with Asian universities and attract students from the region. Here, Benjamin Tak Yuen Chan shares two key recommendations for how to do it Benjamin Tak Yuen ChanHong Kong Metropolitan University
Rethinking higher education in Asia post-pandemic: five key trends Allan Yuen Hoi-kau highlights five trends to look out for as higher education in Asia evolves post-pandemic, and shares tips on striking a balance between technology and learning objectives Allan Yuen Hoi-kau Yew Chung College of Early Childhood Education
What does the rise of Asia mean for global higher education?Many hurdles remain, from racism to presumed Western superiority, but equal dialogues and collaborations will foster the global common good, says Xin XuXin XuUniversity of Oxford
How to prevent cyberbullying from rearing its ugly head in universities Christy Cheung presents preventive measures universities should take to tackle cyberbullying among students working onlineChristy Cheung Hong Kong Baptist University
Supporting self-directed learning across cultural boundaries Academics from Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University draw on their research showing the Western teaching model based on ‘self-directed learning’ is effective among Chinese students coming from different educational and cultural contextsQian Wang , Chang Xiong, Jiajun LiuXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Meeting student needs in the MENA region through digital transformation Barbar Akle, Rula Diab and George Nasr describe ways universities in the Middle East and North Africa can meet the needs of their students by embracing digital transformation and internationalisation Barbar Akle, Rula Diab, George NasrLebanese American University
How to foster collaboration among students trained to competeCollaboration is a vital life skill but can be challenging after an education infused with competition at every step. Jie Zhang, Qing Ye and Steven Bateman explain how they overcome this when setting group work Jie Zhang, Qing Ye, Steven BatemanXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
The answer is not always the solution: using coaching in higher education May Lim explains why academics should refrain from always giving students immediate answers and instead apply coaching techniques that guide learners to problem-solve and reach their own conclusions May LimSingapore Institute of Technology
How to induct students into the flipped-classroom model Jonathan Sim explains how he has designed learning activities to ensure students complete the preparation work necessary to get the most out of the flipped-classroom model Jonathan SimNational University of Singapore
Supporting students’ emotional needs in distance learning Yanfang Si shares simple online teaching methods to make students feel connected and supported and so help meet their emotional needs from a distanceYanfang SiXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
THE podcast: rethinking the internationalisation of higher educationHow should international study evolve post-pandemic in order to extend the benefits of higher education to every corner of the globe?Omolabake Fakunle , Benjamin Tak Yuen ChanThe University of Edinburgh, Hong Kong Metropolitan University
Lessons from gamification to enhance students’ capacity for learning Oran Devilly and May Lim share lessons from using gaming techniques to help students develop the learning traits needed to benefit from online teachingOran Devilly, May LimSingapore Institute of Technology
Covid-19 has reinforced China’s role as global leader in ed-tech The country’s giant companies benefit from an ecosystem that supports online learning and a cultural propensity to prioritise education, says Tom C. VargheseTom C. VargheseUniversity of Oxford
We ignore the administrative load caused by cheating at our perilThe switch online has brought renewed scrutiny of misconduct, but without adequate resources, the real losers are our students, says Amanda WhiteAmanda WhiteUniversity of Technology Sydney
Building community in the classroom whatever your teaching modality Nancy Gleason offers three tips for building community among students whatever your teaching modalityNancy GleasonNew York University Abu Dhabi
How to ensure online education is a clear win for the SDGs Online teaching offers many opportunities to drive education and awareness of the Sustainable Development Goals. Ellen Touchstone explains how Ellen Touchstone Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Greener assessment: transitioning to online markingUniversities should lead by example on sustainability issues, looking at what they can do to shrink their environmental impact. Here, Ling Xia and Yao Wu outline a project that could herald a major reduction in their institution’s paper consumptionLing Angela Xia , Yao WuXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Virtual international exchange needs a sharpening of practiceFor committed international educators, there is a need to clarify the purpose of virtual exchange before the trend takes hold, says Benjamin Tak Yuen ChanBenjamin Tak Yuen ChanHong Kong Metropolitan University
THE podcast: student employability post-pandemicHow can universities prepare students for a post-Covid workplace? Anton Muscatelli, Nancy GleasonUniversity of Glasgow, New York University Abu Dhabi
Delivering blended learning to work for all students, everywhere Blended learning enables universities to serve students on campus and overseas with a quality education but requires careful planning and delivery, as Eddy S Fang, Ewout van der Schaft and Patricia Pieterse explainEddy S Fang, Ewout van der Schaft, Patricia PieterseXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Don’t let Covid disrupt bonding with overseas students We will need to work harder than ever to create meaningful interactions between international and domestic students in pandemic times, says Futao HuangFutao HuangHiroshima University
Negotiating the minefield of global online teaching: dealing with difference Farish A. Noor offers advice on managing the conflicting viewpoints of students living and studying in different countries and cultural contexts when teaching international groups onlineFarish A. Noor Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia
Guiding principles to support students on campus and overseas through hybrid teaching Markus Davis explains how three guiding principles of flexibility, inclusion and empathy have helped shape a hybrid teaching model that serves both on-campus and overseas students effectively Markus DavisXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Lessons on improving online teaching from a survey of students in Hong KongA survey of students in Hong Kong highlighted concerns relating to the efficacy of online teaching. Ka Ho Mok runs through key lessons for universities looking to improve their digital education Ka Ho MokLingnan University
Using digital technology to assist the spread of knowledge and ideas about the SDGs Gisela Loehlein on how digital communications can assist in spreading knowledge and awareness of the Sustainable Development Goals, through virtual global events and building connections between experts and institutions all over the world Gisela LoehleinXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Developing internship opportunities for students onlineLecturer Dorothy Kwok offers three strategies institutions can take in setting up digital work placements and industry projects to ensure students get real-world experience when learning onlineLarry Ching, Dorothy Kwok, Candy LawHong Kong Metropolitan University
Alleviating student anxiety using messaging appsJonathan Sim explains how he supported his class remotely using the Telegram messaging app to keep a regular flow of communication and reassure students they were not alone in having queriesJonathan SimNational University of Singapore
The five pillars of a quality online educationRaj Kumar describes five key pillars universities must build on to ensure end-to-end, effective delivery of quality online educationRaj KumarO.P. Jindal Global University
Boosting international education and collaboration through online delivery With its lack of physical boundaries, online teaching can be used to boost access to learning for international students, as Stuart Perrin explainsStuart PerrinXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
How to enhance collaboration between faculty and digital teamsEducational technologist Roland Sherwood explains how faculty can get the most from their work with digital experts to enhance online teachingRoland Sherwood, Tamara KaupXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Lessons in motivating students to learn online Teaching interdisciplinary modules online can be an uphill battle but it offers important lessons in the art of motivating students to learn, as Jonathan Sim explains Jonathan SimNational University of Singapore
Using digital scholarship to enhance public engagementHaving been pushed to the sidelines of academia for too long, public engagement projects can take a central role in digital courses, furthering students’ learning and reaching wider audiences, explains Warren StanislausWarren StanislausRikkyo University
How a flipped classroom model improves learning in online STEM courses STEM courses can be challenging to master online, but research by Atef Abuhmaid and Tao Tang shows a flipped classroom model improves outcomes. Here they outline the key lessons from their study Atef Abuhmaid, Tao TangThe Hashemite University, Chengdu University of Information Technology
Safely teaching foreign students facing censorshipForeign students studying online in their home countries may be subject to strict press controls, so educators must carefully consider their course content and discussion points, Pavin Chachavalpongpun explainsPavin ChachavalpongpunKyoto University
