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Cultivate a sense of belonging on campus A student’s experience of higher education can be greatly enhanced by an institution’s deliberate and considered actions towards building a sense of belonging on campus. But this goal is made that much more difficult in the wake of constant change brought on by industry-disrupting innovations. And with a section of the student body that lives off campus or who have commitments outside their studies, the challenge can sometimes seem almost too great. This collection of resources homes in on what belonging means in higher education, how we can cultivate it and how we can create and protect inclusive spaces for our students.
Higher education’s role in upholding democracy Education is one of the pillars of a healthy democracy, but when invasions of sovereign nations, curbed civil liberties or disputed elections threaten the values of democratic societies, what should universities do? Here we draw together ideas from higher education professionals all over the world on how institutions can continue to advance the cause of freedom, civic engagement and truth seeking, no matter what.
Teaching critical thinking In an age of artificial intelligence, misinformation and political polarisation, critical thinking is more important than ever. But how can educators inspire this most desirable of skills among their students? This collection of resources offers advice on how critical thinking can be taught.
What is block teaching? Whether it’s called block teaching, block scheduling, block planning or simply the block model, this mode of instruction is intense, immersive and sometimes divisive. But is it more effective than traditional university semesters? This collection of resources from academics around the world looks at how it works, its capacity to support diverse student cohorts across higher education, and its drawbacks and challenges. A global platform for academic voices and higher education insights Campus brings together expert advice from academics, university staff, and our Campus+ partners . Covering key areas of higher education - from teaching and research to sustainability and access - our written articles , short videos and podcasts help educators, researchers and administrators navigate challenges and drive change within their universities.
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