Student engagement

Teaching academics and university staff address what student engagement means to them and offer advice on capturing students’ attention in an age of digital distraction and keeping them motivated to learn. Find insights on teaching strategies that give students agency over their learning, boost class attendance and participation and help to build a campus community.

By Laura.Duckett , 18 March, 2025

Go live on social media to engage with prospective students

A teacher live streaming from a smart phone
Meeting prospective international students in person isn’t always possible. Here’s how to create engaging live streams on social media, from selecting valuable content to structuring sessions and encouraging interaction
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton , 17 March, 2025

How to be empathetic when teaching first-year students

Young male teacher at whiteboard
Creating a supportive and understanding learning environment can build trust, lessen anxiety and improve learning outcomes for students entering university. These practical actions will help educators incorporate empathy into their teaching
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4minutes
By Laura.Duckett , 12 March, 2025

Canva and ChatGPT for feedback and academic support

A teacher designing an infographic on her laptop
Don’t bore your students with lengthy, written feedback. Here are ways to make it more visually appealing and how to use custom GPTs to offer extra academic support
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton , 10 March, 2025

Assessment or measurement?

Measurement concept illustration
Authentic assessments and measurements serve distinct purposes in understanding student success in higher education. Here’s why equating the two can undermine the depth and quality of student learning
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4minutes
Student engagement