The metaverse is much more than a virtual copy of your campus
Most universities are not yet in the metaverse space, nor clear about what is really involved – and we can’t afford to remain in this position, says Andy Miah
June 15, 2022
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Practical ways to develop a comprehensive university ‘sanctuary’ programme
Seven practical steps to developing a comprehensive sanctuary programme that can support the immediate needs of displaced students and academics while including a broader plan for social change
June 15, 2022 -
How to maximise student satisfaction with the flipped classroom
What are the pedagogical, technical and social aspects that lecturers should consider to give students the best possible experience of the flipped classroom?
June 15, 2022 -
I’m a Columbia student, and I don’t want my grade inflated
Normalising failure could improve students’ mental health, give them the freedom to learn more effectively and make them more resilient all at once, says Jacob Clay
June 14, 2022 -
Synchronous communication strategies for a successful learning design partnership
Approaches to synchronous communication that build rapport among university course designers and external edtech providers, shared by Rae Mancilla and Nadine Hamman, in the second part of a series looking at strategies for successful learning design partnerships
June 14, 2022 -
Starting from scratch to promote critical thinking in your classes
Critical thinking is a crucial skill for all areas of life. Adriana González Nava and Paulo Mendoza Rivera explain how to promote it in course design
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Fundamentals of design that will improve your work in every dimension
Improving the design of your teaching or research work need not be daunting and will herald remarkable results in a few tiny steps, explains Cavell Ord-Shrimpton
June 13, 2022 -
Teaching English for academic mediation and discussion using team games
Using English for academic discussion and mediation is a challenge for students who are not native speakers. Laura McNabb shares classroom games that help students learn the language skills they need
June 10, 2022 -
Coaching students in self-care lessons that will help them manage stress
From setting a consistent wake-up time to sound financial planning, there are many beneficial changes that you can encourage to help your students
June 10, 2022 -
Six tips on helping your students improve their teamwork skills
We know that teamwork is more important than ever before – here’s how to help students identify their ideal role in a team, agree on responsibilities and more
June 9, 2022 -
Decolonising medicine, part three: uncovering silenced voices and histories
Lecturers should ensure they present the full picture when teaching medicine, detailing exploitation and marginalisation of certain groups in the advancement of medical science, as Musarrat Maisha Reza and Emily Calvo-Hobbs explain
June 9, 2022 -
Campus talks: pointers on writing and publishing for academics
No matter what stage you're at in your academic career, you'll find this advice from 10 scholars and publishers helpful
June 8, 2022 -
Making undergraduate access to research experience transparent and inclusive
A barrier to research careers is accessing the relevant experience. Saloni Krishnan and Nura Sidarus outline a scheme that has helped a wider range of undergraduate students secure research placements
June 8, 2022 -
The sector’s role in addressing climate change is crucial – and varied
From researching microalgae to evaluating and contributing to climate policy, universities have a significant job to do, says Lucy Meredith
June 8, 2022 -
How a rich extracurricular campus life nurtures well-rounded individuals
Soft skills such as organisation, communication and networking are often developed outside the classroom. Here’s how universities can help their students learn vital life skills
June 8, 2022