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Personal insights from a range of higher education voices on how they preserve their own well - being
Preparing for a research - active career during your PhD
How can you balance the demands of your PhD thesis with publishing other work to support your academic career goals ? This article offers practical strategies for …
Seven steps to dual publication
The dual publication model for research involves creating two versions of a research paper : one for fellow academics , and one for practitioners . Juggle the two with these seven steps
The case for rewarding hard work in higher education
Taking a cue from copyright ’ s ‘ sweat of the brow ’ , Ian Solway and Shan Wang argue that recognition of effort and resilience should not be lost in a rush to maximise learning …
Will AI revolutionise marking ?
Artificial intelligence has the potential to improve speed , consistency and detail in feedback for educators grading students ’ assignments , writes Rohim …
Reduce admin burden with AI
How teachers can use AI to respond to student enquiries , provide feedback and create engaging learning content
Time to write is a necessity , not a nice - to - have
How a project for academics to carve out writing time has grown from ‘ power hours ’ to writing retreats , community , increased well - being and higher - quality papers
Setting boundaries for teachers ’ well - being
Practising self - care and saying no can help university educators manage the increasing demands of teaching and find a sustainable work - life balance
Around or against the clock : time management tips for higher education teachers
Careful lesson planning , understanding your universities ’ support services and accepting mistakes will all save you time as a university educator . Here , John Weldon …
Enhance inclusivity by switching to a more equitable work allocation model
A new approach to academic work allocation at the University of Newcastle promotes an inclusive working environment
Plant the seeds for a rewarding balance between family and academia
Balancing the demands of family life and higher education can feel as daunting as starting a garden from scratch . But with careful planning , consistent care …
What universities can do to help academics with caring responsibilities
Higher education institutions can help their employees balance the demands of family responsibilities with work – here ’ s how
The art of balance : tips for primary carers in higher education
The dual role of primary caregivers and higher education professional is a delicate balancing act . Here are some strategies for juggling two very demanding …
Is it worth paying for GenAI ?
How useful is artificial intelligence for syllabus design ? A law lecturer compared the free and subscription versions of three generative AI platforms , with …
Bridging the communication gap between administrators and faculty
Academics who understand the needs and priorities of administrative staff will work more effectively – and vice versa . Everybody wins , writes Catherine L é glu
Master the art of online and in - person interviewing
Interviewing experts is a key part of scientific research , so it ’ s important to hone your skills . Mahra Haitham Al Hosani and Mariam Shadan provide eight tips – and …
Get your PhD thesis beach ready
Prepping for the beach requires planning , effort and time management – and so does writing a PhD thesis . John Sinclair offers advice for summer days and doctoral …
How to navigate the PhD thesis
The PhD thesis may be a mountain to climb , but you can take it one step at a time . Luis R Rojas - Sol ó rzano offers his guidance
One thesis , two supports , three months
Completing a thesis within 12 weeks may seem impossible , but by combining AI and your supervisor ’ s expertise , it can be done . Mariam Shadan shows how
How to develop a researcher mindset as a PhD student
Entering the postgraduate sphere is a whole new ball game . Shaif Uddin Ahammed shows how to hone a PhD mindset
The secrets to success as a provost
What does this multifaceted job entail and what qualities do you need to do it well ? Steve McLaughlin decodes one of higher education ’ s most mysterious roles
How to balance teaching and research
As an early - career academic , how can you juggle teaching and researching while also prioritising self - care ? Callum Russell shares his reflections on striking a balance
Six tips for when you ’ re moving up into management
Making the leap into administration can feel daunting , but Ya ğ mur Ç erkez ’ s advice will help you to develop the skills and strategies you need to thrive
Use technology to boost productivity and beat burnout
Ay ş e Hyusein advises using a range of techniques and tools for more effective time management
Conference presentations 101 : master the art of speaking to an audience
Don ’ t get stage fright when it comes to presenting your research . Ayten Ordu offers her tips for preparing for speaking success
Protect your emotional well - being for a happier writing experience
Writing academic papers can be a long and emotional journey . Burcu Totur Dikmen offers her tips for emotional well - being
Eight ways to improve your digital well - being
To counteract the detrimental consequences of excessive screen time and digital overload , we must take a thoughtful and balanced approach , writes Nisha P . …
It can be different : managing time , tasks and well - being in academia
Academic careers are often associated with long hours , overwhelming workload and burnout – but it doesn ’ t have to be that way . Understanding the nature of knowledge …
How to survive the academic treadmill
When working hours are stretched to cover marking , induction and other tasks , what is a busy scholar to do ? Here , James Derounian offers suggestions for taking …
Five ways to beat the procrastination monster
Writing and procrastination often go together like pen and paper , but it doesn ’ t have to be that way . Here , Glenn Fosbraey offers strategies to stop putting off putting …
Let ’ s prioritise self - care for the benefit of everyone
Self - care can make us better at our jobs , support our students more effectively and help to build a better community across academia . Karina Dancza offers her tips …
How to engage your staff in just 15 minutes
You need to get updates and other messages to faculty and staff , but they don ’ t have much time for internal communications . Here , Kelly Hibbs offers tips to reach a …
Advice for university staff on working successfully with HR
How can faculty ensure that all the touch points they have with human resources within their employee lifecycle are efficient , transparent and the best experience they can be ?
Childcare remains a barrier for too many learners . Here ’ s how institutions can help
Universities can design programmes that meet student - parents where they are with their childcare needs – here , Joanitt Montano and Chike Aguh outline three ways
How to coach in - employment lifelong learners for success
A team from Singapore Institute of Technology offers insights from working with in - employment learners who are seeking to upskill by studying for degrees
How to use a project management approach to help run research projects
Jon Gunnell explains how to adopt the PRINCE2 project management method to help overcome the many challenges of running a multi - year research project
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 …
Virtually writing together : creating community while supporting individual endeavour
Lessons in setting up and running a virtual writing group that facilitates individual and collaborative work through a supportive community of practice
Good daily work habits for early career researchers
A collection of good daily work habits that will help early career researchers flourish , based on insight from a number of academics
Is working from home going to solve your work - life balance problems ?
Commitment and good implementation are required from both institutions and individuals to make working from home a success , writes Brenda Lautsch
How to create university - wide timetables using free , open - source software
Creating a university timetable is a complex and challenging task that requires significant planning and organisation . Ya ğ mur Ç erkez explains how it can be done quickly and …
Three easy ways to stay healthy in the new year ( even with a busy job )
The time squeeze of modern university roles can make it feel impossible to carve out schedule space for health and wellness . Sandy Jones provides tips on how to do so
Tips to balance teaching and research activities
Five tips to help academics balance their teaching and research duties without compromising the quality of one or the other , by Abdullah Khadim
Nine tips to help students prioritise tasks
If students complain of not having enough time to complete assignments , Hassan Imad Kadhim has nine tips that will help them ( and anyone else juggling a to - do …
Recognise work - life imbalance and restore resilience
How can academics stay energised and resilient ? The first step , says Aaron Davis , is take stock of those tasks and worries that deplete energy , then add activities that refill …
You can have it all , just not all at once
It might just be possible to achieve a good work - life balance in academia , but it requires focusing on certain areas of your life and career at certain times , says Lucas …
A calendar activity that can help in the battle against burnout
Working out how you want to spend your time versus how you actually spend it can be a useful tool for ensuring investment in your physical and mental health , says …
Using the ‘ pick three ’ method to avoid burnout in higher education
One can accomplish only so many tasks in a given day , so try selecting three from five designated priorities and ensuring they are nurtured , says Sandy Jones
To block or not to block ? How time affects learning in higher education
From intensive block plans to open - ended study programmes , the ideal length for a unit of study is under interrogation . Jason M . Lodge considers the evidence
Tips for organising and optimising your inbox and messaging apps
We all suffer from communication overload in both our work and personal lives . Ingrid Benavides and Anah í Molina provide simple tips to make messages less …
