How to answer viva questionsPreparing for a PhD viva can be stressful, but you can take steps to ensure you answer the examiners’ questions about your thesis well. Jenny Scoles provides tipsJenny ScolesThe University of Edinburgh
Moving from individual contributions to team achievements in group projectsPutting the emphasis on a deliberate, reflective approach that emphasises clear goals and active engagement is a better way to prepare students for teamwork in their future careers, write William Owen and Leah ChambersWilliam J. Owen , Leah Chambers University of Northern British Columbia
Seven exercises to incorporate into your gender studies classesIt can be challenging to come up with new and interesting ways to educate your students on gender issues. Eunice Costilla Cruz outlines seven waysEunice Costilla Cruz Tecnológico de Monterrey
Access and equity: the two most important aspects of applied learningWhen designing applied learning experiences, remember to consider these two vital aspects. Muhammad Rahimi and Kenneth Keng Wee Ong offer their adviceMuhammad Rahimi, Kenneth Keng Wee OngSingapore Institute of Technology
All together now: how to write an interdisciplinary research proposalAdvice on drafting successful research proposals to secure support and funding for interdisciplinary projects, from three academics with experience developing research partnerships and collaborationsCatherine Healy, Catherine Lyall, Isabel Fletcher Trinity College Dublin, The University of Edinburgh
Indigenising teaching and learning through the Big Five ideas of traditional knowledgeEducators should familiarise themselves with the foundational values and beliefs that inform Indigenous Knowledges in order to integrate them into their teaching in a meaningful way, write three First Nations lecturersCally Jetta, Emerson Zerafa-Payne , Paul CarmodyThe University of Southern Queensland
Challenge strategic silencing to improve the experiences of global majority studentsUniversities have the power to create a more inclusive and empathetic world by promoting open dialogue, accountability and cultural diversity, write Christina Dzineku and Craig MahoneyChristina Dzineku, Craig MahoneyIndependent academic, The Education Group
Tips for successful apprenticeships coursesLearn how to please both the learner and employer when setting up and running apprenticeships, from a team who recently earned a 'Good' from Ofsted for their efforts Steven HurstArden University
How to successfully develop and run interdisciplinary research teamsJohn Domingue explains how to foster a culture of openness and support that encourages and helps staff teams to pursue interdisciplinary research projectsJohn DomingueThe Open University
Eight tips for hosting an enterprise hackathonWant your students to learn outside the lecture block and tackle problems in innovative ways? Kat Mack and Shelini Surendran offer advice on hosting an enterprise hackathonShelini Surendran, Kat MackUniversity of Surrey
The (AI) sky isn’t fallingStudents using generative AI to write their essays is a problem, but it isn’t a crisis, writes Christopher Hallenbrook. We have the tools to tackle the issue of artificial intelligenceChristopher R. HallenbrookCalifornia State University, Dominguez Hills
‘You’re my only hope’: embedding holographic learning experiences into teachingWhile there are barriers for using virtual reality in the university classroom, holographic experiences could light the way forward. Gary Burnett and Vikki Locke explain howGary Burnett, Vikki LockeLoughborough University
Improve data literacy among doctoral students In this resource, Vasudha Devi shows how to use a holistic approach to instil data literacy among doctoral students Vasudha Devi Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Why I invite a creationist to my evolutionary biology classThe encounter gives students a chance to apply newly gained knowledge to a real-world situation and, perhaps more importantly, it models productive discussion among people who disagree with one another, writes Curt StagerCurt StagerPaul Smith’s College
The pandemic taught me the benefits of flipped homeworkIn this extract from ‘Online Education During Covid-19 and Beyond’, Olga Amarie shares what she learned about flipped homework while teaching pandemic-era French lessonsOlga AmarieGeorgia Southern University
Follow these tips to get over your fear of public speakingAnxiety over public speaking often prevents people from taking opportunities that may advance their careers. Here, Siguthani Bryan offers advice on how to move past itSiguthani BryanThe University of the West Indies
AI did not disturb assessment – it just made our mistakes visible If educators don’t understand the learning processes, they also miss the reasons why students cheat, writes Margault Sacré. Here, she offers an approach to motivate and benchmark progressMargault Sacré University of Luxembourg
Six ways to embed an inclusive feminist pedagogy into business educationTo challenge the status quo and entrenched biases of business education, we need to implement a feminist pedagogy. Nora Grasselli offers six ways to do soNora GrasselliESMT Berlin
How to use 3D scanning technology to create virtual tours for your studentsHere is how the University of Manchester is using 3D scanning technology to create virtual reality platforms that can be used in educational settings Alexandra McGaughrin CrossThe University of Manchester
Leverage large language models to assess soft skills in lifelong learningLeadership and critical-thinking skills are difficult to measure. Here, Jonna Lee offers case studies that test the idea of integrating large language models into assessment practices as a feedback tool to empower both students and instructorsJonna Lee Georgia Tech’s Center for 21st Century Universities
Rather than restrict the use of AI, let’s embrace the challenge it offersUsing the AI assessment scale, we can equip students with the skills they’ll need for the future workplace. Mike Perkins and Jasper Roe explain howMike Perkins, Jasper RoeBritish University Vietnam, James Cook University Singapore
Encourage civic participation by championing free speech Instead of shying away from the challenges it presents, let’s embrace free speech as an opportunity for learning, growth and the continuous evolution of our academic spaces, writes Shubha HSShubha HSManipal Academy of Higher Education
How students’ GenAI skills and reflection affect assignment instructionsThe ability to use generative AI is akin to time management or other learning skills that students need practice to master. Here, Vincent Spezzo and Ilya Gokhman offer tips to make sure instructions land equally no matter students’ level of AI experienceVincent Spezzo, Ilya GokhmanGeorgia Tech’s Center for 21st Century Universities
We should be thinking about assessments and AI in a completely different wayLet’s embrace the benefits of AI rather than fearing its impact on academic misconduct. Dilshad Sheikh offers her tips on adopting new technology in pedagogyDilshad SheikhArden University
Eleven ways to support international students who use English as a second languageWe must all work to foster a compassionate and encouraging experience for our international student communityPeter O'RourkeThe University of Exeter
How not to land a job in academiaNot interested in teaching? Check. No publications? Check. Not keen to offer service? Check. Flip this list of what not to do in applying for jobs for tips to help secure that academic positionDavid WallerUniversity of Technology Sydney
Seven things driving the evolution of the university in the 21st centuryHow can we align higher education with the changing demands of society? Urbi Ghosh identifies the seven factors involved in transforming the universityUrbi GhoshColorado State University
The GenAI awakening: navigating the new frontier of research supportAs generative AI gains traction in the world of research, Ryan Henderson and Ayla Kruis shed light on using it responsibly in research supportRyan Henderson, Ayla KruisUtrecht University, University Medical Center Utrecht
Community-engaged research can give a voice to marginalised peopleOur biggest challenges cannot be resolved by ‘expert’ research alone – community knowledge is essential. Tara Mahoney and Scott Neufeld argue that researchers should let communities set the agendaTara Mahoney, Scott NeufeldSimon Fraser University
In an artificially intelligent age, frame higher education around a new kind of thinkingOne of the helpful by-products emerging from the advent of AI is that we are beginning to reflect more critically on the way we think, writes David HollandDavid HollandThe University of East Anglia
‘Gender equality is more rewarding than just ticking a box’A whole-culture change to dismantle structural barriers has included mentoring, promotions workshops, and childcare and family leave support. Here are reflections on 25 years of advancing gender equality at Queen’s University BelfastKaren McCloskeyQueen’s University Belfast
How to build inclusive mentorship programmes for Black studentsTo create inclusive mentorship programmes for Black university students, we must ensure they are culturally relevant, address unique challenges and foster peer supportPatrice SeuwouUniversity of Northampton
Four ways to defeat public speaking anxietyEven experienced academics can get anxious before public speaking. Fikrican Kayıkçı suggests four ways to approach speeches with confidenceFikrican Kayıkçı Near East University
Taming anxiety around public speakingPublic speaking is a skill that inspires dread in many: fear of judgement, of making mistakes, of facing unpredictable circumstances. Here, Patty Raun draws on her experience as an actor to share tips for quelling the anxietyPatricia RaunVirginia Tech
What is student engagement?The move online compounded matters, but even before that, nobody could agree on what student engagement was – and that needs to change, says Chris HeadleandChris HeadleandUniversity of Lincoln
Using experiential learning to teach international relations Using his experience as a case study, Adrian Man-Ho Lam outlines how to use experiential learning to improve students’ understanding of humanitarian interventionAdrian Man-Ho LamThe University of Hong Kong
The key to collaboration between HE and industry? Analytical testing services explainedAnalytical testing can provide valuable insights to drive forward university-industry collaborations. Imtias Amir Bahauddin explains how to enhance these services for maximum benefitImtias Amir BahauddinUniversiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP)
Charting the future: ChatGPT’s impact on nursing education and assessmentsInteractive workshops and user-friendly guides can unlock the potential of ChatGPT in assessment and overcome initial hesitation around its use. Here, Dianne Stratton-Maher looks at ethical and responsible use of generative AIDianne Stratton-Maher The University of Southern Queensland
How to tackle the PhD dissertationFinding time to write can be a challenge for graduate students who often juggle multiple roles and responsibilities. Mabel Ho provides some tips to make the process less dauntingMabel HoDalhousie University
How to choose an app that will encourage reporting of sexual violence on campusResponsible technology can enhance university responses to gender-based violence reports. Here, Heather Flowe and Laura Stevens share what to look for and demand when choosing an app or platformHeather D. Flowe, Laura M. StevensUniversity of Birmingham
How to partner with AI and improve the learning experienceAs generative AI permeates the classroom, educators are faced with a very important question: is it a friend or a foe? K. V. SriramManipal Academy of Higher Education
Use artificial intelligence to get your students thinking criticallyWhen crafting online courses, teaching critical thinking skills is crucial. Urbi Ghosh shows how generative AI can shape how educators can approach thisUrbi GhoshColorado State University Global
Using reflective practice to support postgraduate studies in the biosciencesSmall-group workshops create space for postgraduate researchers to share ways to manage stress, impostor syndrome, feelings of isolation and student-supervisor relationships. Here’s how to set up a programmeJo Haszczyn , Johanna Fish , Jennifer Tullet University of Southampton, University of Kent
Crafting an inclusive curriculum: how to write programme learning outcomesCrafting an inclusive curriculum involves aligning learning outcomes with graduate attributes and using inclusive design principles, active verbs and established frameworksLizzy Garner-FoyThe University of Edinburgh
Designing assessments with generative AI in mindA new era of AI requires a balance between thoughtfully mitigating and responsibly promoting student use of new toolsKate CraneDalhousie University
Practical ways to ease presentation nervesOne way to offset public-speaking anxiety is to have confidence in your presentation. Brandi Quesenberry shares the keys to making your presentation shine and ensuring that it is memorable, impactful and successfulBrandi QuesenberryVirginia Tech
Maximise your research impact through interdisciplinary collaborationWhat’s the best way to achieve research impact? Qingyan Chen makes the case for an interdisciplinary approachQingyan ChenThe Hong Kong Polytechnic University
The everyday tools you can use to alleviate public speaking anxietyResearch shows that people regard death as less terrifying than public speaking. Thomas Duke offers three ways to speak with confidenceThomas DukeNazarbayev University
Flip the script on criticismCriticism is a part of academic life, but you can reframe your perspective to embrace feedback constructively. Tan Xiang Ren offers adviceTan Xiang RenSingapore Institute of Technology
The ‘deep learn’ framework: elevating AI literacy in higher educationAI literacy is no longer a futuristic concept; it’s a critical skill for university students. The ‘deep learn’ framework offers a comprehensive approach to enhancing literacy around artificial intelligence and application in higher education settingsBirgit PhillipsFH Joanneum University of Applied Sciences
