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Professional insight from Al-Mustaqbal University Al-Mustaqbal University, a private institution founded in 2010 and located in Babylon, Iraq, is recognised as one of the region’s leading multidisciplinary universities. With more than 13 colleges offering diverse programmes, it is renowned for excellence in education, research and innovation, making substantial contributions to sustainable development and academic progress worldwide.
Copyright © 2025 THE - Times Higher Education. All rights reserved. How to be empathetic when teaching first - year students
Creating a supportive and understanding learning environment can build trust , lessen anxiety and improve learning outcomes for students entering university . …
A practical guide to writing a literature review
From organising key search terms to checking citations , this video offers simple , practical tips to crafting a literature review that will lay a sound foundation for your …
How to demonstrate the value of online education to paying students
Scalability and flexibility are just two benefits that online learning offers students in the MENA region . Here ’ s how to let potential students know why they should enrol
Show your research impact : a guide for academics and researchers
In academia , effectively demonstrating and communicating the real - world impact of research is increasingly vital for scholars , driven by demands from …
Managing professional jealousy : navigating challenges and fostering growth
Self - awareness , self - improvement , gratitude , open communication and a growth mindset can help you tackle inevitable encounters with jealousy constructively and …
How to work with industry in mutually beneficial ways
Collaboration through professional societies offers students real - world learning opportunities and universities a way to enhance graduate employability . Here ’ s how to …
Tips for sharing research findings with diverse audiences
Research impact depends on researchers ’ ability to reach the right ears and present content in the right format . Here ’ s how to tailor your communication – whether …
Strategies to maximise the benefits of open research
Sharing data , publishing preprints and making research outputs freely available all have tangible benefits for individual scientists and society . Here are tips to get …
Tips to balance teaching and research activities
Five tips to help academics balance their teaching and research duties without compromising the quality of one or the other , by Abdullah Khadim
How to spice up a lecture
Simple exercises can make reading - based university classes more engaging and interactive , says Amjed Majeed . In this video , he offers four ways to break up the …
Nine tips to help students prioritise tasks
If students complain of not having enough time to complete assignments , Hassan Imad Kadhim has nine tips that will help them ( and anyone else juggling a to - do …
Don ’ t build barriers between yourself and your students
Lecturers can make their teaching more memorable by breaking down barriers between themselves and their students with a smile and a joke , says Mohammed …
Observe , improvise and listen : how to re - engage bored students
In this video , Basim Al - Qargholi explains how to spot the signs that university students are not paying attention in class and offers tips for getting them back in …
