A recipe for effective undergraduate research mentorship
Strategies for giving effective feedback, addressing common challenges and fostering a supportive and productive mentor-student relationship
January 31, 2025
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‘Academic writing equals chaos’
If you are stalled in your latest writing project, Glenn Fosbraey shares three tips for breaking through blocks, getting organised and finishing the final draft
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British sign language users deserve a place in higher education
BSL users are under-represented in academia. What can we do to foster an inclusive environment for them?
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Making admissions processes fair on Black students
How we can use alternative criteria and targeted outreach to promote fair access to higher education for Black students
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Researcher speed-dating: developing strategic collaborations with international partners
From meeting online to forming long-term relationships, researchers’ shared projects can foster stronger international partnerships between universities
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Anatomy of an academic book proposal
Pitch your book to publishers with an irresistible proposal. Here are all the elements you’ll need
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Academic publishing today: what you need to know
A guide to the complex and changing world of academic publishing and how to work with it to get your research out there
January 30, 2025 -
How to transition from a student to a researcher mindset
Tips for developing a professional network, building resilience and making a realistic research career plan
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A practical guide to better public speaking: part two
The second in a two-part series, here’s how to hone your public speaking skills, using the three Cs
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The case for rewarding hard work in higher education
Taking a cue from copyright’s ‘sweat of the brow’, Ian Solway and Shan Wang argue that recognition of effort and resilience should not be lost in a rush to maximise learning efficiency
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Enhancing the thesis experience: insights from master’s students
Early preparation is essential for students’ successful thesis journey – so postgraduate course coordinators and programme leaders should put supports in place from the beginning
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Tips for fostering student engagement in blended learning
Students can often feel disengaged in a blended learning environment. Here’s how to spark their curiosity and give them ownership of their learning journey
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How to start a support group for students with disabilities
In regions where universities place less emphasis on equity, diversity and inclusion, supporting students with disabilities requires a proactive approach
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Proofreading is a life skill – let’s treat it like one
Universities shouldn’t assume their students know what proofreading is and how to do it. Here’s how to create a more inclusive learning environment – by listening to students
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Four objectives to guide artificial intelligence’s impact on higher education
How can higher education leaders manage both the challenge and the opportunity artificial intelligence presents? Here are four objectives to guide the way
January 27, 2025