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 , 22 November, 2023

Seven ways to tailor your teaching for different class sizes

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Useful ways to provide effective learning experiences for all your students, no matter the class size

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4minutes

By Laura.Duckett , 16 November, 2023

Using simulation games to teach lean manufacturing

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Simulation games can improve students’ understanding of lean manufacturing. Here are five tips for incorporating them into your teaching practice

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5minutes

By Eliza.Compton , 15 November, 2023

Campus webinar: Build a successful student recruitment strategy

Four experts from Campus+ institutions discuss how student recruitment is responding to the latest trends in higher education, strategies to engage hard-to-reach students and ways to use data to drive recruitment campaigns

By Laura.Duckett , 14 November, 2023

The joy of simplicity: techniques that motivate, engage and foster learning in lectures

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The rise of AI and VR offers educators an array of innovative ways to engage students in lectures, but let’s not forget the simple methods that don’t require any technology, writes Alison Zimmer

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4minutes

By Laura.Duckett , 13 November, 2023

Universities need to get better at using Instagram – here’s how

Instagram is the most effective social media channel to engage students, argues Ned Potter. In this resource, he outlines ways to produce successful content and increase reach

By Laura.Duckett , 10 November, 2023

Partnering with students to build belonging in a blended learning environment

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A sense of belonging and community plays a major role in maximising student engagement. But how can educators cultivate an authentic community?

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5minutes

By Laura.Duckett , 9 November, 2023

How can we create accessible and inclusive learning environments for neurodivergent students?

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How can we actively engage neurodivergent students in the classroom? This resource offers practical guidance for fostering accessible and inclusive learning environments that honour diverse thinking and learning styles

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5minutes

By Laura.Duckett , 8 November, 2023

How to initiate conversations about belonging

Belonging may not always look the same for all students, but creating opportunities for organic conversations can foster partnerships between staff and students and help us understand what students need

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3minutes

By Laura.Duckett , 7 November, 2023

Using VR to break the ice in the classroom

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Virtual reality can make introductions more fun and expose students to new technologies. Here, Elvira Luna offers her tips for introducing it into COIL classes

By Laura.Duckett , 6 November, 2023

Roles for AI to play in the classroom

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From supporting classroom debate and discussion to problem-solving and decision-making, here are ways that artificial intelligence can enhance teaching and learning

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4minutes

Student engagement