How to pitch a book to an academic publisher
Key considerations for researchers when choosing an academic publisher and preparing their pitch
May 10, 2023
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How supervisors can use research competitions to inspire lifetime learning
While some may think that entering student science competitions is all about the gold medals, the long-term nature of such projects is perfect fodder for learning meaningful skills
May 10, 2023 -
How universities are adapting to the rapid pace of technological evolution
The ever-changing nature of work presents a challenge to universities, where creating a culture of lifelong learning is essential
May 9, 2023 -
How to publish responsible reproducible research
Scientific publishing includes not just the manuscript but also data, computer code and lab protocols. Here, Laurent Heirendt shares practical advice that your research institute can follow to publish research results that are reproducible
May 9, 2023 -
The power of ‘active feedback’ to prepare students for professional experience
Working with industry clients on real-life challenges is an important component of many university courses. Nick Quinn and Alison Gibb explain how they prepare students for this professional experience using ‘active feedback’
May 9, 2023 -
Backing Black scholars: here’s how universities can do better
Yaz Osho offers nine ways that HEIs can start chipping away at the structural disadvantages and institutional practices that negatively impact Black scholars
May 9, 2023 -
Effective assessment practices for a ChatGPT-enabled world
Assessment methods that require students to produce authentic, novel and personalised responses can help educators stay ahead of the uncertainty and workload that AI writers create
May 8, 2023 -
Flip the classroom to improve practical skills teaching
How educators can use a flipped classroom approach to aid the teaching of practical skills to a wide range of students
May 8, 2023 -
How the idea of ‘excellence’ can be misleading in higher education
A new approach to achievement could see a focus on As give way to a suite of mastery that meets students’ needs – and helps faculty balance expectations, writes Michael Dennin
May 5, 2023 -
Top tips on providing useful feedback to students
From showing appreciation for effort to using game-based learning effectively, Preeti Aghalayam outlines some options for making feedback work for your students
May 5, 2023 -
A simple way to improve navigation in online learning
Five simple steps to use colour to design an engaging menu and navigation system that enhances digital learning environments and platforms
May 5, 2023 -
How to succeed at policy engagement, part three: building relationships
In the third and final part of her series on policy engagement, Jo Clift looks at how to create positive and lasting relationships across your policy network
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Why learning to listen will help you avoid ‘helicopter research’ and make you a better science communicator
A year of failed fieldwork in Africa led Sallie Burrough to ask questions about how researchers interact with the societies they work in. Here, she shares five tips for transparent, inclusive practices
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Building blocks of university-industry partnerships for positive change
How universities can develop strategic cross-sector partnerships and trans-disciplinary research in order to boost progress towards the SDGs
May 4, 2023 -
Enhancing graduate employability in India through collaboration and soft skills integration
Forming close links with industry and developing students’ interpersonal skills are both key to success
May 3, 2023