We used a hybrid escape room to dramatically boost student attendanceLow class attendance has been a growing trend since the pandemic, so how can we encourage students to come back? Educators at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University share their innovative strategyErick Purwanto, Na Li, Ting Ting TayXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Using fun and interactive micromodules to energise learning Lee Chien Ching and Tan Kian Lip Erick share the intricate process of producing a micromodule that attracts students through an enjoyable, interactive learning experienceTan Kian Lip Erick , Lee Chien Ching Singapore Institute of Technology
Serious play: boosting engagement in online courses through games Gaming techniques should be taken seriously as a way to keep students engaged in online courses, explains Dario De Notaris, based on his research into improving Mooc completion ratesDario De NotarisUniversity of Naples Federico II
Sparking online joy: five ways to keep students engagedFive guiding principles to use when designing and developing content for short online courses that will keep students engagedAndrés Ordorica , Marcello Crolla, Lizzy Garner-FoyThe University of Edinburgh
Funny memes and other ways to encourage students to keep their cameras onFrank R. Castelli offers advice from his evidenced-based strategy to get students to use their cameras without requiring itFrank R. CastelliCornell University
You wake up in a locked room… Using digital escape rooms to promote student engagementGame-based learning can unlock students’ motivation to learn and develop skills such as critical-thinking, teamwork and problem-solving, as Steven Montagu-Cairns explainsSteven Montagu-CairnsUniversity of Leeds
Boost learning with online student discussion forums How to scaffold class online discussion forums to ensure participation from all students and maximise the benefits to learningAdrian Man-Ho LamThe University of Hong Kong
Get serious about humour in your online classroomHumour can grab and hold students’ attention. Abha Ahuja and Trang Nguyen outline ways to introduce more laughter into online classesAbha Ahuja , Trang NguyenMinerva Schools at KGI
Making online content relevant and fun for Gen Z studentsRelating your online teaching content to real-world interests and issues affecting your students is a great way to win and keep their attention. Tina Joshi explains how she does thisTina JoshiUniversity of Plymouth
Top online teaching tip: ask your students questions Asking students questions during online classes provides insight into what they understand and where they need support. David Martin explains how to do this effectively when teaching remotely David MartinUniversity of Dundee
Well-being pedagogies: activities and practices to improve the student experience online With many concerned about the mental health effects of learning remotely, Elena Riva shares helpful practices that can boost student well-being in the online teaching and learning environmentElena RivaThe University of Warwick
I spy what’s in the prof’s study: lessons from students in online learning Student feedback is crucial to improving remote teaching. Here, Roger Austin shares key lessons for effective online course delivery based on a survey of his students Roger AustinUlster University
Make virtual learning fun: using ‘break in’ rooms in online teaching Creating fun, game-like activities as part of your online classes can aid learning, student engagement and collaboration. Shonagh Douglas explains how she has used ‘break-in rooms’ as an effective induction for remote students Shonagh DouglasRobert Gordon University
Take your online teaching outside Being outdoors can offer students and teachers dozens of benefits, from improved learning outcomes to better mental health. Aimée Little talks about taking online classes outside Aimée LittleUniversity of York
Experiment, test, refine: work with students to shape online courses If you want to improve teaching, speak to the learners, explains Pat Tissington, who advocates using student feedback to continually experiment and adjust your online instruction methods throughout the coursePat TissingtonThe University of Warwick
Do unto students as they would have done to them Maha Bali offers practical advice on building equitable learning communities online no matter what students’ bandwidth or synchronicity of the class Maha BaliAmerican University in Cairo
How to re-energise your online classroom and inspire creativity Sparking creativity among students learning remotely through a screen can be challenging. Here, Constanza Pacher offers advice for shaking up ideas via online media Constanza PacherMacEwan University
How to build outstanding pedagogy for teaching via Zoom Too many educators still view online as a second-rate form of teaching, but it does not have to be. In this video, Stephen Hersh offers advice on how to offer first-class teaching via Zoom Stephen HershNorthwestern University
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