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The 4 - Check strategy can help combat misinformation in the digital age . Here ’ s how to use it
Retaining qualified IT staff is the key to cyber resilience
Practical guidance on training and empowering staff to maintain robust cyber - defences that protect students , the workforce and the institution as a whole
The looming threat of deepfakes
What are the implications of deepfake technologies on universities ’ day - to - day operations and how can academic leaders act to safeguard their institutions ? …
Spark social justice awareness in the classroom
Exposing your students to a wide range of perspectives on one topic can help develop their social justice awareness . Stone Meredith shows how
How to choose an app that will encourage reporting of sexual violence on campus
Responsible technology can enhance university responses to gender - based violence reports . Here , Heather Flowe and Laura Stevens share what to look for and demand …
Dealing with abuse after public commentary
Communicating to the public can result in abuse of academics . Here , University of Southampton staff describe their experiences and provide tips on anticipating and …
Five ways universities can protect faculty from online harassment
With more online engagement and interaction have come increased threats and attacks against faculty , staff and students . Here are measures institutions can take to raise …
Rather than waiting to be told , here ’ s how to do something about online harms
Emma Bond and Andy Phippen outline what institutions can do to better support their students ( and staff ) when tackling online harms
Despite positive steps , much remains to be done on sexual misconduct
A year on from the OfS ’ statement of expectations , it ’ s time to implement effective , evidence - based approaches to address harassment and sexual violence
Tips and apps to encourage better interaction with students
Classting and Remind are two lesser - known apps that can aid communication with your class when used effectively
Digital citizenship : creating safe and inclusive online learning spaces
Digital citizenship , or the ability to use and connect via technology responsibly , is now a vital life skill that educators must foster among students . Vicki Madden explains how …
Balancing student data collection and privacy protection
Increased scrutiny of universities as keepers of valuable data means institutions need to be well versed in data protection responsibilities . Andy …
How to prepare and protect your institution against a future cybersecurity attack
It ’ s not a matter of if your institution will be hit by a cyberattack but when . Adrian Ellison shares some key actions for universities to better prepare for the …
Supporting cybersecurity literacy for workforce - ready graduates
Employers need a cybersecurity - literate workforce , and higher education could play a valuable role in filling the gap
Students aren ’ t giving up social media , so teach them how to question it
Whatever our own opinions on social media , we must educate our students about locating bias and reading their preferred platforms critically , says Stone Meredith
Cybersecurity in the HE sector – getting the basics right
Managing security updates , vulnerability reviews , password policies and multi - factor authentication are staple university needs , says Clive Madders
Want to be a better teacher ? My daughter showed me we need to play more
Testing silly ideas and pushing boundaries are crucial − and liberating − but universities must provide digital spaces where we can do so freely , says Andy Farnell
How to prevent cyberbullying from rearing its ugly head in universities
Christy Cheung presents preventive measures universities should take to tackle cyberbullying among students working online
Secure and transparent use of student data
Bronwen Swinnerton and James Pickering outline the steps all universities should take to ensure ethical and transparent collection and use of student data via ed - tech …
Responsible use of learning analytics to improve the university experience
Rebecca Ferguson presents useful guidelines and frameworks for using learner analytics safely and effectively to inform improvements to teaching and student services
Cybersecurity in online learning
Mohammed Rehman explains what steps universities should take to educate staff and students about cybersecurity and how to protect themselves when teaching and learning …
Teaching in the hall of mirrors : should faculty ever mention appearance ?
Educators must pay attention to why young people are using platforms that allow social interaction without visual scrutiny , says Elizabeth Losh
It ’ s been emotional : how to manage difficult student interactions
Student advisers often bear a heavy emotional burden when trying to assist students . Meg Cohen offers advice on how to manage such emotionally challenging situations
Safely teaching foreign students facing censorship
Foreign students studying online in their home countries may be subject to strict press controls , so educators must carefully consider their course content and discussion …
Netiquette : encouraging good behaviour in online classes
Online teaching can blur boundaries between home and university , so lecturers must take steps to ensure a safe and respectful online learning environment …
Running safe and secure online meetings and calls
New digital teaching methods risk exposing personal and sensitive information among students and staff . Here are best practice tips from Matthew Davis on running …
