Course design for online and blended learning that combines pedagogical know-how with appropriate use of technology. Albert Sangrà presents design models that can help Albert Sangrà Open University of Catalonia (UOC) 31 May 2023 Quality educational experiences require well-planned, organised…
A guide to designing asynchronous learning materials and activities that boost student engagement Hasti Abbasi La Trobe University 6 Feb 2023 The importance of teacher presence and synchronous activity to promote student engagement has been extensively researched and discussed. Yet…
Students who can critique ideas and generate sound, reasoned arguments in real time will be better prepared to find success after they graduate, says Rebekah Wanic Rebekah Wanic Nova Southeastern University 12 Dec 2022 “For good ideas and true innovation,…
September 21, 2022 John Ross When veterinary parasitologist Jan Slapeta gave his first regular lecture at the University of Sydney 15 years ago, he found the experience “intimidating”. “There were 80 to 100 students looking at me, and I had to somehow perform and get…
Being back on campus is really, really good in some ways, but in some ways, it’s harder.” That statement, from one of my former students, stuck with me. It was the first day of fall classes in 2020, and Denison…
The ability to work effectively as part of a team is a vital life skill. Steven Bateman, Yan Jin and Jie Zhang explain how they support and train students in teamwork Steven Bateman, Yan Jin , Jie Zhang Created in…
Disabled, disadvantaged, introverted and international students may all appreciate ongoing online options, says Robert Phillips June 3, 2022 Robert Phillips As the third university year of the Covid era nears its end in the northern hemisphere, things are starting, finally,…
As face-to-face teaching returns, educational technology can be used to boost student engagement in ways that are not possible in a physical classroom. Andreina Parisi-Amon explains how Andreina Parisi-Amon 13 May 2022 In spring 2020, more than 1,300 universities and…
The ambitious goals of online education cannot be achieved unless universities prioritise student mentoring and pastoral support, says Chandralekha Singh April 6, 2022 Chandralekha Singh During the pandemic, educators at all levels were suddenly forced to teach remotely. The experiences…
