Playing the promotion game: how to navigate upshifting Done well, upshifting helps you to gain experience and develop capabilities that support your career development and promotion prospects, write educators at the University of BristolRushana Khusainova, Rachael Lamb, Nicki Newman University of Bristol
There’s nothing technical about cybersecurityDiscussing and demystifying cybersecurity can help us shift it from a technology issue to being all about people, even at the sector level, writes David BathoDavid BathoJisc
AI can help fix student evaluationsWith large language models to provide reports and analysis, educators can make use of generative AI to improve the process of student evaluations, writes Adnan AjšićAdnan AjšićAmerican University of Sharjah
How your graduates can beat AI in the job market of tomorrowYour students are facing a competition against a faster, better and cheaper opponent in 2025’s job market – AI. Ioannis Glinavos offers his advice on prepping them for the fightIoannis GlinavosUniversity of Westminster
A framework to teach library research skillsEmbedding library skills within disciplines allows teachers and students to link them to learning outcomes and research requirements. Here, a team of engagement librarians explain how to put a map in placeAnna Hvass, Karen Rolfe, Siân Furmage , Michael Latham University of Southampton
The benefits and challenges of interdisciplinary, multidisciplinary and convergence researchGlobal challenges demand collaboration across disciplines. This resource explores the associated advantages and challengesSajan Daniel GeorgeManipal Academy of Higher Education
In the cold, unforgiving environment of higher education, embrace the promise of springJust as the seasons transition from cold, harsh winters to vibrant springs, educators can navigate the challenges of higher education and find moments of growth and inspiration. John Sinclair shows howJohn SinclairColorado State University Global
The trouble with Bloom’s taxonomy in an age of AIWhen using large language models to create learning tasks, educators should be careful with their prompts if the LLM relies on Bloom’s taxonomy as a supporting dataset. Luke Zaphir and Dale Hansen break down the issues Luke Zaphir , Dale HansenThe University of Queensland
The three questions that will define the future of higher educationGenerative AI is here to stay – how can higher education respond? Julia Chen poses three fundamental questions to explore a strategic vision for the sectorJulia ChenThe Hong Kong Polytechnic University
How to incorporate fintech and Web3 into university curriculaIn bringing financial technology and cryptocurrency into university courses, educators must cover regulatory uncertainty, cybercrime risks and asset bubbles while keeping up with developments. Larisa Yarovaya provides insightsLarisa Yarovaya University of Southampton
Real-world experiences can help your creative arts students create real-world changeIntegrating real-world experiences into creative industries programmes can create truly meaningful results – for both the students and the wider community. Clare Duffin outlines howClare DuffinUniversity of the West of Scotland
Going for gold: how to craft a winning TEF submissionTeaching excellence rests on clear principles and agile strategy, collaboration with students and a frank approach to educational gain, write Emily Pollinger and Julian Chaudhuri. Here, they share tips for maintaining and evidencing successEmily Pollinger , Julian ChaudhuriUniversity of Bath
Set sail on the choppy waters of grant proposals with the 3 Gs approachIf securing research funding is like a budding pirate king navigating choppy waters in search of untold treasures, how can we build the resilience to keep journeying on? Peter Tay shows howPeter TaySingapore Institute of Technology
How to distinguish sustainability in your accounting and business teachingIn this resource, Nick Rowbottom offers ways to help students distinguish and evaluate how sustainability is translated within different international reporting standardsNick RowbottomUniversity of Birmingham
Data management strategy in higher education: a blueprint for excellenceBy assessing data maturity, establishing data governance, creating centralised data teams and adopting a dynamic data reference model, institutions can remain agile in an evolving technological landscape, writes Nick ChavianoNick ChavianoGeorgia Tech’s Center for 21st Century Universities
Make EDI in higher education a reality by building it into your course designWhen designing a new course, equality, diversity and inclusion should be among the first things to consider. Gareth Morris and Joy Edmonson show howGareth Morris, Joy EdmonsonUniversity of Nottingham Ningbo China
How to use student evaluation of teaching to improve learningEffective SET is the start, not the end, of a conversation about student learning, writes Saranne WellerSaranne WellerSt George’s, University of London
Effective public-speaking techniques for university facultyUniversity faculty need public-speaking skills when they seek to engage students, collaborate with colleagues, secure funding and further their careers. Patty Raun leverages her skills as a stage actor to help higher education professionals improve their presentation chopsPatricia RaunVirginia Tech
Ideas that make a difference for the digital transformation of universitiesIn a series of Campus resources, UK digital adopters explore what has worked (and what has not) as universities go digital and where investment in technology can be most effectiveSarah Dyer, Craig Walker, Lisa Harris, Arunangsu Chatterjee, Niamh DowningUniversity of Manchester, HEdway Group, University of Exeter, University of Leeds, Canterbury Christ Church University
Give educators the skills to bring assessment into the futureHow can academics get to grips with the most cutting-edge of assessment tools? Matthew Courtney details how to educate STEM experts on modern assessment systemsMatthew CourtneyNazarbayev University
Harnessing the humanities for transformative tech leadershipAmid a growing awareness that humanities students and faculty need data literacy, Rishi Jaitly, a longstanding champion of the humanities in technology, explains why data and technology leaders also need an education in the liberal artsRishi JaitlyVirginia Tech
Prepare the workforce of tomorrow by integrating data literacy into your curriculumData literacy skills are increasingly important in the modern workplace. Ermal Haranlli, Nedelin Velikov and Kehara Warnakulasuriya offer their advice on readying your students for the futureErmal Haranlli, Nedelin Velikov , Kehara Warnakulasuriya The London School of Economics and Political Science
How can we teach AI literacy skills?Universities have made positive strides in improving digital literacy for graduates, but now they need to do the same for AI literacyChristine O’Dea, Michael O’DeaKing’s College London, University of York
How to make public engagement work for early career academicsAcademics need to be able to translate what they research to engage a wide range of audiences. But to do that, scientists must first find the public engagement shape that fits them and their schedule. Here’s advice for getting startedSien van der Plank, John Duncan, Yanna Fidai University of Southampton, The University of Western Australia, Plymouth Marine Laboratory
Banish nerves and tap into the excitement of public speaking with these five tipsPublic speaking is a key part of academic life. But how to overcome your nerves and actually enjoy it? Ayten Erçoban Evren offers adviceAyten Erçoban Evren Near East University
How to create extracurricular activities students will want to attendParticipation and enthusiasm are the goals of those hard-working volunteers, staff and faculty who organise campus activities and events. Here are 12 tips to boost university student engagementMartyna IwanickaUniversity of Warsaw
Aiming for tenure? Enhance your research’s visibilityBy enhancing your networking skills and increasing the visibility of your work, you can demonstrate value to your institution and improve your chances of achieving tenureAbhishek S Rao K PManipal Academy of Higher Education
Welcome aboard! Tips for building an online community of learnersBuilding an online learning community can help students form social bonds and boost their motivation, but requires specific efforts to be successful. Karin Avnit and Prasad Iyer show us howKarin Avnit , Prasad IyerSingapore Institute of Technology
How authentic stories can empower the ‘unheard voices’Storytelling can be a powerful change agent. When proposing change – such as the digital transformation in universities – leadership needs to communicate in ways that cut through the noise and inspire action, write three digital adoptersLisa Harris, Sarah Dyer, Craig WalkerUniversity of Exeter, University of Manchester, HEdway Group
The three stages of developing a framework to support students of open and distance learningOpen and distance learning may offer a way for graduates to separate themselves from the herd, but some struggle with online learning practices. Cheng Yee Ng details how she developed the framework to address these challenges Cheng Yee Ng Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP)
Why every student (and researcher) should know about evidence synthesis The ability to collect, summarise and analyse data is especially vital for students and researchers in medical and healthcare-related fields, writes Alessio Bellato. Here, he explains what it is and how to access trainingAlessio Bellato University of Southampton
Researchers need support to change the world – here’s how to provide itTo generate world-changing research, the Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s Research and Innovation Office took on the role of fostering collaboration and allocation of resources to allow their academics to focus completely on their work. Lixin Situ outlines how to provide support.Lixin SituThe Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Fostering critical thinking with reflective journalsTimely, frequent and constructive feedback has a powerful influence on student achievement. However, its impact on higher education students is hotly debated and often highly variable Lesley Gardner, Udayangi MuthupoltotageUniversity of Auckland
Collaboration requires more than not stepping on toesTo get things done in universities, do we need to embrace conflict or find new ways to work together? Here, three digital adopters explain why collaboration isn’t the same as hoping not to annoy anyone Sarah Dyer, Lisa Harris, Craig WalkerUniversity of Manchester, University of Exeter, HEdway Group
Creating an impactful social group for neurodivergent studentsMeet-ups can support neurodivergent students (mostly those with autism and ADHD) to navigate the social complexities of student life and the workplace. Here, Brooke Szücs and Ben Roden-Cohen share tips for creating inclusive neurodivergent settings, based on their experienceBrooke Szücs, Ben Roden-CohenThe University of Queensland
How can we make the university experience more inclusive for neurodivergent students?With an estimated one-fifth of the global population thought to be neurodivergent, more students than ever will need help to thrive at university. Gail Steptoe-Warren discusses how to make higher education more neurodivergent-friendly Gail Steptoe-WarrenArden University
Why the ‘machine says no’: how asking for less can get you more…Under-investment and lack of future proofing of core digital systems have left many universities with creaking legacy infrastructure that cannot support increasing demands. Here, three digital adopters suggest that incremental improvements could be a way forwardCraig Walker, Lisa Harris, Sarah DyerHEdway Group, University of Exeter, University of Manchester
Using telepresence to enrich learningImplementing cutting-edge technology enriches the learning experiences and prepares students for an increasingly interconnected and diverse worldSidney OrnelasMonterrey Institute of Technology
Anxious about public speaking? Try these tips from the theatreHone your performance skills with these techniques from stage actors. Linsey Todd and James Layton encourage us to smell the greasepaintLinsey Todd, James LaytonUniversity of the West of Scotland
How to manage parental leave for university staffParental leave presents challenges for the parent and the workplace, writes Judith Lock. Here are some dos and don’ts for before, during and after the leave period that aim to smooth the return to work and fix academia’s leaky pipelineJudith LockUniversity of Southampton
How to create an inclusive campus for neurodivergent studentsTraining, consultation and embracing UDL are a few actions that university leaders, faculty and staff can use to support different ways of thinking and learning on campus Meghan Cosier, Audri Sandoval GomezChapman University
The dos and don’ts of getting started with service learningService learning can have many benefits for students, teachers and the wider community, but starting out can be intimidating. Grace Ngai offers one don’t and three dos to begin your journeyGrace NgaiThe Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Curriculum reform to boost under-represented students’ success in higher education Large-scale transition from traditional curricula to a block model can have a positive impact on student achievement. Here, Thomas Roche, Erica Wilson and Liz Goode describe five steps to implement whole-institution reform, based on a study of a regional public university in Australia Thomas Roche, Erica Wilson, Liz GoodeSouthern Cross University
Four ways to weave job skills teaching into the university experienceWith research finding a hefty proportion of graduates underemployed, what can higher education do to improve career readiness? Erica Estes and Sean O’Keefe offer advice Erica Estes, Sean O'KeefeUniversity of Arkansas
Eight ways to be a better leaderBeing brave enough to make decisions without worrying about failure is important. Lead the way and you can inspire and develop your team, writes Padma RaniPadma Rani Manipal Academy of Higher Education
The power of pacingPacing is an energy-management technique that can help people with visible and non-visible disabilities to do more in their everyday lives, including in busy university jobs. Here, Meredith Wilkinson and Imogen Varle offer their top tips for putting it into practiceMeredith Wilkinson, Imogen VarleDe Montfort University
How AI can revolutionise the way we analyse student surveysStudent surveys provide a potential goldmine of data. Kirsty Bryant suggests deploying AI to maximise your insightKirsty BryantUniversity of Westminster
We need to empathise with the students of today to shape the minds of tomorrowAre today’s students too disrespectful and aggressive to be taught? Azlan B. Ahmad offers his advice on dealing with Gen ZAzlan B. AhmadUniversiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP)
Encouraging effective teamwork in the classroomSetting group assessments is an excellent way of reducing marking, providing more meaningful, considered feedback for students and restoring work-life balance, writes Becky LewisBecky LewisUniversity of East Anglia
Publication-based doctorate: is it for me?Potential research higher degree candidates from academia or industry will need to decide between a doctorate by thesis or by publication. Here are key questions to ask before embarking on the doctoral journeyRiad ShamsNorthumbria University