Teaching with keywords Chanatip Suksai shares tips for using keywords to help students remember concepts, using the example of public policy for medical students Chanatip Suksai Siam University
How higher education can do better at developing skills for the workplace Universities must do more to nurture enduring skills that can be transferred across different contexts such as critical thinking, problem-solving and communication, says Ben Nelson Ben NelsonZayed University
Covid as a catalyst: deepening lifelong learning Miriam Green and Susanna Leong share key considerations for universities to develop effective lifelong learning programmes that will keep pace with the rapid changes across higher education Miriam Jacqueline Green, Susanna HS LeongNational University of Singapore
Designing ‘knowledge checker’ quizzes that motivate students to review feedback and revise learning Jonathan Sim advises on designing regular quizzes as a tool to ensure students review their assignment feedback and address gaps in their understanding Jonathan SimNational University of Singapore
Running effective tutorials in transnational education Michael Daw explores the challenges and misconceptions related to running interactive tutorials in joint international courses, based on his experience teaching a UK-China programme in China Michael DawThe University of Edinburgh, Zhejiang University
How to refine, enrich and expand research through teaching practicesAdrian Lam offers tips on how academics can use their teaching to refine, enrich and expand their research methodsAdrian Man-Ho LamThe University of Hong Kong
Virtual classroom connections: enhancing three presence elements via online toolsNguyen Hoang Thuan and Pham Cong Hiep provide practical tips for enhancing three types of presence – teaching, social and cognitive – in online learning and teaching, based on their research Nguyen Hoang Thuan, Pham Cong HiepRMIT University Vietnam
Guiding students to learn from each other through peer feedbackSam Evans and David Collett share a framework to guide students in effective peer review to boost learning outcomesSam Evans, David CollettXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Three lessons from exhibiting final-year projects onlineDechanuchit Katanyutaveetip describes three unexpected benefits he and his students discovered after they were forced to move the exhibition of their final-year projects onlineDechanuchit KatanyutaveetipSiam University
Creating time and space for reflection in undergraduate research methodsAdrian Lam offers insights on how keeping a weekly application diary helps enhance students’ reflections on the power and limits of research methodsAdrian Man-Ho LamThe University of Hong Kong
How can we solve Japan’s student mobility issues?Japan struggles with multiculturalism as a concept, let alone a reality, and overseas students can suffer. But online education could offer help, says Haruko SatohHaruko SatohOsaka University
New modes of practicum – synergising online and offline teaching modes Rohnii Tse provides insight on how teaching the practical application of a subject can be adapted to work via online or remote channelsRohnii Tse Yew Chung College of Early Childhood Education
How to support students in work placements remotelyDuminda Jayaranjan and Maruj Limpawattana explain what institutions need to put in place to remotely guide and monitor students on work placements via digital channelsDuminda Jayaranjan, Maruj LimpawattanaSiam University
Gamification in the classroom: what have we learned? Shuhan Li and Olivia Sun share what they learned when testing out gamification strategies and technologies to tackle challenges presented by online learningShuhan Li , Olivia SunXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Creative writing to hone critical thinking Parag Dandgey shares creative-writing activities designed to improve students’ critical-thinking skills by developing their understanding of multiple perspectives Parag Dandgey Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Building a tech toolkit to solve online teaching challengesDuminda Jayaranjan and Kanthima Kongsathitsuwan outline how to build a basic tech toolkit that will support effective online teachingDuminda Jayaranjan, Kanthima KongsathitsuwanSiam University
Is blended learning just a pipe dream for Indian HE?It’s unlikely we are ready for a seismic shift while simultaneously trying to improve the quality of university education in general, say Gunjan Rajput and Swapnarag SwainGunjan Rajput , Swapnarag SwainRishihood University, International Management Institute Kolkata
Big-class energy: how to get large groups learning by doing, not just listening Charlie Reis shares advice on successfully teaching large cohorts by getting students actively involved in learning activities rather than passively listening Charlie ReisXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
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
