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As political expression on social media can harm public perception of scientists , strategies such as sharing research , separating personal and professional identities , …
Why university - wide curriculum transformation is a leap of faith
Overhauling an institution ’ s entire education curriculum is a silo - busting undertaking . Here ’ s what one university , now in its second year of implementation , has learned
RIP assessment ?
How can educators make learning and human intelligence visible in the age of GenAI ? Abby Osborne and Christopher Bonfield outline a model to rethink assessment …
Emotionally challenging research and researcher well - being
Researchers who navigate emotionally challenging topics need support that includes well - being plans , advice on handling distress and risk assessment guidance , writes …
Going for gold : how to craft a winning TEF submission
Teaching excellence rests on clear principles and agile strategy , collaboration with students and a frank approach to educational gain , write Emily Pollinger and Julian …
Messy decisions and creative science in the classroom
How can we teach students other than those studying for healthcare or other vocational qualifications to work across disciplinary boundaries and make scientific decisions in a …
Universities , AI and the common good
Higher education must find paths for meaningful engagement with artificial intelligence , to leverage its potential , explain the problems and mitigate the hazards , …
Perfect doesn ’ t exist and other lessons from developing a whole - university well - being …
Challenges to staff and student well - being are part of university life , regardless of how much support is in place . But iterative strategies can improve the entire …
How supported social groups create safe spaces
Connecting students who share a lived experience such as bereavement , family estrangement or loneliness can help to foster a sense of community and belonging at …
Shifting landscapes of social media data for research
What can researchers do in light of changes to social media platforms ’ APIs that reduce and monetise access to data ? In this uncharted territory , aspects to watch …
Breaking barriers for women : enough talking , time for action
In the second part of their ‘ breaking barriers for women ’ series , seven female academics outline key changes to help remodel a fairer HE system from the …
Breaking barriers for women : how to build effective parental leave
Seven academics who recently navigated the topsy - turvy world of maternity leave make six recommendations for ensuring motherhood is compatible with academia
Rekindling passion for equality , diversity and inclusion work
Equality , diversity and inclusion work is too often dogged by scepticism and dismissed as a tick - box exercise . So how can institutional leaders rekindle …