Practical learning

Overconfidence often prevents students from being able to identify areas of weakness. As teachers, we must help them realise what they are

In an AI-focused world, how can MBA programmes shape the students of today into the compassionate leaders of tomorrow?

In order to ready the classroom for the digital age, integrate social media platforms into your teaching. Here’s how to do it

Higher education’s role in preparing students for real-world jobs includes forging strong industry partnerships, establishing pathways into apprenticeships and fostering creativity

As doctors must apply the latest scientific results in daily practice as soon as possible, it follows that translation methodologies should be taught to medical students

A great deal of teaching in higher education appears to be inactive, despite the proven benefits of active learning. Here are some practical active learning strategies

Activating students’ higher-order thinking skills enhances student satisfaction, research shows. Here are some examples of ways to do it

However much we fear AI's impact or despise its outputs, when teaching humanities, the best response is to encourage students to engage with it critically

The whiteboard serves as a powerful tool to help students visualise concepts, facilitate group work and provide immediate feedback, aligning with the theory that knowledge is built through active, hands-on experiences

Why give up or reduce teaching responsibilities to enter an administrative role? Jim Bassett took on the position of director for simple but meaningful reasons: deepening the level of service to students and colleagues and extending creative practice