Queen’s University Belfast
How we support accessible learning for students with disabilities
See how effective support, from the provision of counselling services, Autism Spectrum Disorder induction days and appropriate work experience opportunities,…
How can we support aspiring mature student creatives?
Helping mature students pursuing creative subjects to make the most of their university experiences shouldn’t be difficult. Here are some suggestions
Events-based authentic assessment that can boost employability
While demonstrating knowledge through exams has its place, how often do we use exam techniques and skills in our daily lives? Events offer a more authentic way to…
‘Gender equality is more rewarding than just ticking a box’
A whole-culture change to dismantle structural barriers has included mentoring, promotions workshops, and childcare and family leave support. Here are reflections…
Video makes the coding star: teaching problem-solving in bite-sized chunks online
Aidan McGowan explains how converting practical coding ‘labs’ into a series of short videos taking students through the problems step-by-step has improved learning outcomes