Online learning

Online learning has revolutionised university teaching with much higher education now delivered via digital platforms, supported by educational technology (ed-tech) and, increasingly, AI tools. Find out how lecturers can adapt teaching methods to support learning online, build online learning communities and use the latest technology to advance student engagement and flexible, accessible learning.

By kiera.obrien , 30 April, 2024

Is it time to turn off AI detectors?

A robot drops papers as it's caught in a flashlight beam

In this extract from their new book, ‘Teaching with AI: A Practical Guide to a New Era of Human Learning’, José Antonio Bowen and C. Edward Watson discuss the reliability of AI detection tools and how to combat cheating without them

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4minutes

By kiera.obrien , 22 April, 2024

In the cold, unforgiving environment of higher education, embrace the promise of spring

Just as the seasons transition from cold, harsh winters to vibrant springs, educators can navigate the challenges of higher education and find moments of growth and inspiration. John Sinclair shows how

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3minutes

By kiera.obrien , 19 April, 2024

The three questions that will define the future of higher education

Wooden blocks are linked together with an AI block in the centre

Generative AI is here to stay – how can higher education respond? Julia Chen poses three fundamental questions to explore a strategic vision for the sector

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4minutes

By Eliza.Compton , 16 April, 2024

Data management strategy in higher education: a blueprint for excellence

By assessing data maturity, establishing data governance, creating centralised data teams and adopting a dynamic data reference model, institutions can remain agile in an evolving technological landscape, writes Nick Chaviano

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4minutes

By Eliza.Compton , 15 April, 2024

Ideas that make a difference for the digital transformation of universities

In a series of Campus resources, UK digital adopters explore what has worked (and what has not) as universities go digital and where investment in technology can be most effective

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2minutes

By kiera.obrien , 15 April, 2024

Give educators the skills to bring assessment into the future

A group of people sitting round a laptop

How can academics get to grips with the most cutting-edge of assessment tools? Matthew Courtney details how to educate STEM experts on modern assessment systems

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3minutes

By kiera.obrien , 12 April, 2024

Prepare the workforce of tomorrow by integrating data literacy into your curriculum

An illustration of a woman with a laptop sitting on a bar chart

Data literacy skills are increasingly important in the modern workplace. Ermal Haranlli, Nedelin Velikov and Kehara Warnakulasuriya offer their advice on readying your students for the future

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4minutes

By kiera.obrien , 10 April, 2024

Welcome aboard! Tips for building an online community of learners

Building an online learning community can help students form social bonds and boost their motivation, but requires specific efforts to be successful. Karin Avnit and Prasad Iyer show us how

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4minutes

By Eliza.Compton , 9 April, 2024

How authentic stories can empower the ‘unheard voices’

Storytelling can be a powerful change agent. When proposing change – such as the digital transformation in universities – leadership needs to communicate in ways that cut through the noise and inspire action, write three digital adopters

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4minutes

By Eliza.Compton , 3 April, 2024

Why the ‘machine says no’: how asking for less can get you more…

Under-investment and lack of future proofing of core digital systems have left many universities with creaking legacy infrastructure that cannot support increasing demands. Here, three digital adopters suggest that incremental improvements could be a way forward

Online learning