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Campus webinar : Prepare students with workplace skills of the future
Find out how to prepare students for jobs that don ’ t exist yet , with insight from experts at Campus + institutions across the Middle East , Africa and Europe
THE podcast : how to achieve research excellence – and protect it
Learn what contributes to quality research across an institution and how that work should be kept secure
How to make extra money in academia
How to find and make the most of dissertation supervision , extra marking and public speaking opportunities to supplement your income
Want to teach during your PhD ? Here ’ s what you should know
How to prepare for your first teaching experience , manage your time and keep students engaged in class
Using directional reflection to stimulate students ’ evaluative thinking
Many students struggle to understand and engage with the concepts and practices associated with reflection . This is where directional reflection comes in
Preparing students for careers in the creative industries
How interdisciplinary and experiential learning that is integrated into inclusive curricula can equip students for their future creative careers
Campus webinar : The art of bringing creativity and fun into the classroom
Learn how to get creative with your teaching and inject a sense of fun into the classroom for better student outcomes , from experienced educators at Campus + …
How to embed sustainability into different curricula
A framework to support sustainability education that works within different courses , with discipline - specific examples
Essential GenAI skills for marketing students
How students can use AI to generate promotional copy , conduct market research and identify biases , among other applications
THE podcast : what constitutes good teaching in higher education ?
Two academics with experience in delivering and researching teaching in varied educational contexts discuss the complexities of effective instruction
Understanding ethics approval in academic research
The following strategies aim to streamline the ethics approval process , reduce delays and uphold the highest ethical standards
How to be visible as an academic
Working hard and taking on extra responsibilities isn ' t enough to guarantee career development these days . You also have to build your profile
Relieve student boredom by ‘ activating ’ lectures
How lecturers can ‘ activate ’ traditional lectures to relieve student boredom and stimulate learning
We must acknowledge our positionality to inclusively engage the community
The work that can lead to change involves building relationships and understanding , and developing and sharing knowledge in partnership with our …
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 …
Five leadership tips for women in higher education
The first woman of Indian heritage to head a Russell Group business school shares leadership insights for women in higher education , from mentorship and resilience to …
Four ways to achieve a better work - life balance in academia
Switching off can be a considerable challenge for those working in higher education , even though it is essential for a work - life balance and well - being
I found my voice as a woman in academia ; here ’ s how you can do the same
People want to know that you are competent . If you are not a capable pilot , no one is going to get on your plane , writes Veronica Hope Hailey
How to facilitate knowledge exchange and build trust with policymakers
Those seeking to create impact with their evidence should be ready to understand how public sector bodies make sense of the value of research , writes Julian Molina
Use students to facilitate impactful collaborations that benefit the community
Using students to connect third - sector organisations with people who can help them brings benefits to all involved . By Martin Parker
A framework for decolonising and diversifying science curricula
Actions you can take to make your science curriculum more inclusive and relevant to all students
How can we encourage more prospective first - generation students to apply to university ?
Reflecting on her experiences as a first - generation student and widening participation practitioner , Raeesah Ellis - Haque shares insight into how universities can ensure …
Maximise your research impact with these seven LinkedIn tips
LinkedIn works as a powerful tool for academics who want to share their research , yet self - promotion can be daunting . Here are seven tips to engage with other …
Hone the story of your career to make a case for promotion
Reflecting on achievements , considering broader impacts and shaping a narrative that resonates can help you craft a compelling career story that enhances your chances of …
Student support : four ways to innovate for improvement
What fresh approaches could provide more proactive , tailored and cohesive student support ? Andy Wistow shares insights from pilot schemes designed to do just that
How can PhD researchers be supported to complete an alternative format thesis ?
How universities can best support PhD researchers who wish to produce alternative format theses , based on a review of institutional policies
The ‘ third way ’ academic : becoming an education - focused professor
Career development tips for higher education professionals who take an education - focused pathway
How to win at the part - time ‘ game ’ in academia
Higher education might be more accommodating of part - time employment than many private sector organisations , but working part - time comes with challenges . So how can …
Power and possibility : the role of universities in decolonisation
The question of decolonisation has grown in prominence in higher education in the past decade . Foluke Adebisi looks at why the concept is so often misinterpreted – and what is …
Work ‘ with ’ not ‘ on ’ : making social research more inclusive for LGBT + people
How to develop inclusive social research practices that involve carrying out work ‘ with ’ LGBT + participants , rather than ‘ on ’ them , by Paul Willis
How to pitch a book to an academic publisher
Key considerations for researchers when choosing an academic publisher and preparing their pitch
The four - day week in higher education : can we make it work ?
With a culture of overwork eroding well - being among UK university staff , could a four - day working week be part of the solution ? Rushana Khusainova looks at whether …
University brand communities : building reputation among different audiences
Universities are complex organisations with multiple audiences and stakeholders . How can fostering a strong brand community help their reputations to stand out …
Introduce coaching principles into your work in four easy steps
Coaching is a popular tool for personal and professional development . Rushana Khusainova discusses how it can be used in higher education
Open research is a tough nut to crack . Here ’ s how we can get started
Investment , training and incentives are required if the sector is going to rise to the challenge of truly embracing open research
Home labs and simulations to spark curiosity and exploration
Francesco Fornetti explains how home lab kits and simulation tools can help spark curiosity and exploration among engineering students
We must remove technology worries from the student cost - of - living crisis
Students and parents cannot be left to make up the shortfall when it comes to financing their studies and tech needs – they need help from universities and government
Eight ways UK academics can help students and researchers from Ukrainian universities
From joining a working group to mentoring and collaborating , UK scholars can support Ukrainian scientists and make a difference , no matter how small
Don ’ t let the REF tail wag the academic dog
Institutions should resist the temptation to use the REF as a tool for competition and self - promotion and , instead , approach the results in ways that support sector - wide …
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