How to become a university administrator – and why you shouldMany career paths lead towards administration. Arina Ziganshina draws on her own experiences to offer adviceArina ZiganshinaDubai Medical University
Students need a balanced diet of assessment practicesLet's evaluate the process and products of our assessments and incorporate innovative elements to better emulate real-world tasks, write David Tree, Stephanie Baines, Pauldy Otermans, Nicholas Worsfold and Emily HobsonMultiple authorsBrunel University London , The University of East Anglia
What simulations bring to teaching soft skillsRole play and immersive VR experiences can bridge the gap between theory and practice as students acquire – and teachers assess – skills in communication and problem-solvingDaniel Brown, Krystal Schaffer, Kim Stewart The University of Southern Queensland
Moving over to the dark side: academic or academic administrator? Academics may view administrators with suspicion, but Elaine Sharplin recommends stepping over to the dark side – as long as you stay true to your rootsElaine SharplinNazarbayev University
21st-century skills for HE teachersAs teachers, we should continue to learn and reflect to equip ourselves with the skills, knowledge, expertise and other characteristics to cope with the complex and dynamic changes and challenges ahead of us, writes Adrian Man-Ho Lam Adrian Man-Ho LamThe University of Hong Kong
Making sport accessible to everyone on campusFitness and sport programmes are not only for elite athletes. Here, Phil Malatesta offers advice for how to maximise students’ opportunities for movement and physical activityPhil MalatestaUniversity of Southampton
Innovative career services for a well-prepared workforceHow can universities enhance their student career support in response to the rapidly evolving employment landscape? Kelvin Cheng recommends three approaches to prepare students for better careersKelvin ChengThe Hong Kong Polytechnic University
The zone of proximal development in four stagesThe zone of proximal development offers a practical and effective approach to bridging the gap between the knowledge and ability of students with and without assistanceArunima K VManipal Academy of Higher Education
Develop and nurture teaching presence in a learning community Strong teaching presence helps students facilitate their own learning. Here, Hannah Shaw and Mike Hackman offer quick wins for educators with advice on how to provide clear instruction and a safe learning space, and recognise topics as interconnectedHannah Shaw, Mike HackmanCardiff University
Three key collaborations to foster digital fluency in studentsWhile digital skills development is all-important for employability, no one can predict what the job market will look like in a decade. Instead, focus on digital fluency for well-rounded future employees. Jeni Brown and Nedelin Velikov explain howJeni Brown, Nedelin Velikov The London School of Economics and Political Science
Are you ready to manage?Management in higher education is rewarding, but managing people is not an easy task. It takes commitment and genuine passion to develop and empower people to achieve their very best, writes Colleen Robinson-HunteColleen Robinson-Hunte The University of the West Indies
Walking the tightrope towards tenureAchieving a permanent academic position requires a deft juggle of research, teaching and service. Here, Cheong Fan offers advice on how to keep your balanceCheong FanMacau University of Science and Technology
For learning design projects, build the time to reflect on the past into your futureReflective practice is essential for continuous improvement in learning design. Paul John Gregory Moss, Richard McInnes and Simon Marek explain how to incorporate structured reflection into project scopesPaul Moss, Richard McInnes, Simon MarekAdelaide University
Use gamification to teach complex international relations concepts Simulations and games can significantly enhance students’ understanding of complex topics and help them apply relevant theories in real-world contextsLinjia Zhang, Yingchan LuoXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Why I ban AI use for writing assignments Students may see handwriting essays in class as a needlessly time-consuming approach to assignments, but I want them to learn how to engage with arguments, develop their own views and convey them effectively, writes James Stacey TaylorJames Stacey TaylorThe College of New Jersey
Experiencing the workplace can help students’ career readinessHow to help your graduates step straight into the world of work? Give them a taste of it while they’re still students. Gaini Yessembekova and Liliya Tleukenova offer adviceLiliya Tleukenova, Gaini YessembekovaNazarbayev University
How environmental issues can unite and inspire diverse student groupsLooking for ideas for next semester’s projects? Climate change could be the answer, whatever your students’ field of study, writes Jim EntwistleJim EntwistleTeesside University
Partner with industry for authentic learning and assessment Getting students workplace-ready is a challenge. By partnering with industry, lecturers can offer authentic learning experiences and assessments that equip students for future success in their chosen fieldsRichard Bowater, Sarah Rayment, Michael LoughlinThe University of East Anglia
Five questions to consider when embedding cultural competency for internationalisationCultural competency involves seeing the world through the lens of other people, across race, gender and age barriers, among others. Shuangyu Li outlines the five questions to ask when embedding itShuangyu LiKing’s College London
Balancing career readiness and finances: the case for abbreviated internshipsInternships give students professional experience, guide career choices and boost job market competitiveness. But what if students need higher-paying summer jobs or can’t afford three months in a far-flung city? That’s where abbreviated winter internships come inMargarita McGrath Virginia Tech
We must acknowledge our positionality to inclusively engage the communityThe work that can lead to change involves building relationships and understanding, and developing and sharing knowledge in partnership with our communities. Put simply, community engagement must engage the community, writes Nilufar AhmedNilufar AhmedThe University of Bristol
Practical tips for graduate students undertaking a doctoral dissertationProducing a doctoral dissertation can be an intimidating process, writes Bill Huckle. Here, he shares practical strategies for graduate students taking on the work to share their original contribution to knowledge with the wider communityWilliam R. HuckleVirginia Tech
We can face the challenge of corporatisation by embracing subversive leadershipEducational developers must balance the corporatisation of higher education with providing transformative education. To do this, subversive leadership is the key, argues Richard McInnesRichard McInnesAdelaide University
School visits are a triple-win for academics, schools and societyFor researchers, taking science into the community is an opportunity to hone communication skills, increase impact and enthuse children to pursue their own university studies, writes Ben Kennedy. Plus, it’s funBen KennedyUniversity of Canterbury | Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha
The zone of proximal development: how the theory translates to the classroomTheories of proximal development and social contagion suggest that group activities enhance knowledge-sharing and internalisation through feedback, discussion and the development of skills, writes Shwetha Mudabagilu Krishnappa Shwetha Mudabagilu Krishnappa Manipal Academy of Higher Education
An introvert’s guide to networkingFor academics, networking can greatly enhance your career. But if the very idea fills you with dread, Yalinu Poya offers her advice for putting yourself out thereYalinu PoyaUniversity of the West of Scotland
Bridging the communication gap between administrators and facultyAcademics who understand the needs and priorities of administrative staff will work more effectively – and vice versa. Everybody wins, writes Catherine LégluCatherine LégluUniversity of Luxembourg
Ways to seamlessly build breaks into your working dayRegular, tailored breaks will not only make your workdays manageable but will lead you towards increased productivity, creativity and overall job satisfaction, writes Dola SahaDola Saha Manipal Academy of Higher Education
What does it mean for students to be AI-ready?Not everyone wants to be a computer scientist, a software engineer or a machine learning developer. We owe it to our students to prepare them with a full range of AI skills for the world they will graduate into, writes David Joyner David JoynerGeorgia Tech’s Center for 21st Century Universities
Emerging leaders, your universities need youWhen a university is undergoing transformational change, emerging leaders are crucial for translating strategy into action. Zoë Allman and Gary Souter share their experience of leading on curriculum changeZoë Allman, Gary SouterDe Montfort University
What should universities focus on when communicating with the next UK government?Advice for universities on communication strategies that will push their need for policy action up the next government agenda Joe MarshallNational Centre for Universities and Business (NCUB)
Infertility is a private struggle that requires open and supportive solutionsWith infertility on the rise, is it time for universities to consider how they support staff struggling with fertility? Devon Oakley-Hogg shares a first-hand account of her failed IVF cycles and how the experience has left her craving change Devon Oakley-HoggUniversity of Glasgow
How do we make it easier for refugees to be admitted to universities?Many students struggle to join universities because their education has been disrupted. Here are ways to improve the inclusivity and accessibility of admissions processesGeorgia Cole, Martha Akello, Apollo Mulondo The University of Edinburgh, Makerere University
Teach the skills required for a future we can’t yet imagineTimes are changing too quickly for any of us to accurately predict what the future employment market will look like. But we can still prepare our students. Hajer N. Sheikh advocates for a more agile approachHajer N. SheikhDubai Medical University
‘It falls to us to tell our universities’ stories. Here’s how’There has been little mention of higher education during the UK general election campaign, so it falls to university leaders to make sure their stories are heard, writes Jane HarringtonJane Harrington University of Greenwich , University Alliance
What block learning taught me about meeting diverse student needsIn block learning, where time is condensed, students are at a greater risk of falling behind. Here, Kevin Merry explains how formative assessment can drive targeted instruction and enable students to accelerate their learningKevin L. MerryGlobal Banking School
Sharpen your students’ interview skillsThe employees of the future will need to showcase their skills in job interviews. Make sure they’re prepared for each setting, writes Lewis Humphreys Lewis HumphreysThe London School of Economics and Political Science
Giving students options when it comes to assessmentBy identifying the types of feasible options in assessment and discussing them with your students, you will naturally build their confidence in their assessment, writes Miriam FirthMiriam FirthThe University of Manchester
Australian universities need to do more than pay lip service to multilingualismHow can we train Australian schoolteachers in cultural and linguistic diversity if our universities are English-only zones? Embed translanguaging practices in our courses, writes Sue OllerheadSue OllerheadMacquarie University
Harness pedagogy and technology to engage students in auditingCreating interactive auditing videos helped students contextualise a complex topic and provided feedback on their progress. Chu Mui Kim outlines how to do itChu Mui KimSingapore Institute of Technology
Four ways to integrate the SDGs into English language classesConnecting the Sustainable Development Goals with language teaching and learning can provide meaningful learning experiences, writes Chaonan XuChaonan XuXi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Higher education needs a united approach to AIIf universities’ response to AI and education is as fractured as the sector’s adoption of blended learning, we may well find ourselves in a similar position in 20 years’ time with duplicated costs and missed research opportunities, writes Sara de FreitasSara de FreitasBirkbeck, University of London
Three tips for using capstone projects to improve employabilityHow can we make sure our students are workplace-ready? Capstone projects may hold the key, writes Ardy Cheung Ardy CheungThe London School of Economics and Political Science
Why visible senior leadership in sustainability mattersSuccessful or sustainable? Is this the biggest challenge that universities face when striving to reduce their carbon footprint? Jan Evans-Freeman explains where leadership fits into the equation Jan Evans-Freeman University of Canterbury | Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha
Research shouldn’t cause trauma – let’s find a better wayHow can we conduct research and share results without affecting the well-being of those around us? Eileen Harkess-Murphy advocates for a trauma-informed approach Eileen Harkess-MurphyUniversity of the West of Scotland
How to do self-promotion without the cringe factorSome recoil at the idea of self-promotion but it’s not all about bragging or stepping over other colleagues to get ahead, writes Shilpa Gopal Shilpa Gopal Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Strategies for writing a PhD dissertation: write before you’re ‘ready’Reading isn’t writing, and knowing about your topic isn’t writing. So, what should graduate students do to get started and make steady progress? Monique Dufour suggests practising well before it’s time to write the thesis or dissertationMonique DufourVirginia Tech
For the future of higher education, we need to educate the whole studentIn this extract from his book ‘The Learning-Centered University’, Steven Mintz lays out his vision of higher education’s future, and proposes a new way of learningSteven MintzUniversity of Texas at Austin
How can universities make their case to a new government?Three key considerations to convincingly showcase the value of universities to a new government inundated by competing prioritiesHamir PatelRussell Group
Regional place-makers: how to demonstrate the economic and societal value of higher educationHigher education institutions should build a strong regional presence, addressing local issues, then find innovative ways to demonstrate their impact to the public and policymakers, writes Anthony McClaranAnthony McClaranSt Mary’s University Twickenham , GuildHE
