Artificial intelligence in higher education

What role should artificial intelligence play in higher education? From ChatGPT to DeepSeek, generative AI (GenAI) tools of all kinds are forcing a rethink of university teaching, assessment, research and administrative work. Find out how to build AI literacy across an institution, use GenAI to support learning, harness AI tools as teaching and research assistants and manage the risks posed by GenAI and other AI technologies.

By kiera.obrien , 3 September, 2026

Three shifts in course design to update pedagogies for the AI era

How can education truly prepare students for the unpredictability of the working world? Find three ways to encourage students to develop the skills they’ll need

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5minutes

By Eliza.Compton , 3 September, 2026

How document-grounded AI can support inclusive learning

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When educators restrict an AI model to a defined collection of trusted inputs, they can introduce students to academic materials in a flexible and interactive way. Here, Imran Khan shares five practical insights

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4minutes

By kiera.obrien , 2 September, 2026

Make AI literacy a foundational element of your course design

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With AI becoming commonplace in nearly every industry, educators need to intentionally integrate AI into the learning process. Here’s how to do it, ethically and transparently

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4minutes

By kiera.obrien , 31 August, 2026

Move beyond technical skills and embed AI literacy that teaches students to question

Learning to use artificial intelligence effectively and responsibly is essential, but it is not enough. Educators should also prepare students to question, influence and shape the future of AI. Find out how

By Eliza.Compton , 31 August, 2026

How to use AI voice cloning to accelerate online course design

An artificial intelligence voice-cloning feature can make video content production more time efficient, responsive and agile. This guide offers a practical, ethical road map for replicating instructor audio

By Eliza.Compton , 29 August, 2026

The understanding gap – and how AI can help university educators close it

Students often fall behind long before assessments reveal it. Identifying gaps in understanding during teaching – and using AI for just-in-time support – could transform learning, writes Zabin Visram

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4minutes

By Laura.Duckett , 24 August, 2026

Why AI makes a growth mindset fundamental for university students

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How to encourage students to use AI as a reflective learning partner to strengthen weaknesses and respond to instructor feedback

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4minutes

By kiera.obrien , 24 August, 2026

The key to designing outreach activities students remember

Five ways to spark students’ curiosity during outreach activities and encourage them to keep exploring

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5minutes

By kiera.obrien , 21 August, 2026

Connecting the institutional dots for workforce readiness

Medical students talk in a university corridor

Collaboration is proving critically important for changing workforce needs in the healthcare sector. Here’s how to make it part of your university’s culture

By Laura.Duckett , 12 August, 2026

Here’s how to show students what responsible AI use looks like

University students at a desk surrounded by shelves full of books

Well-designed assessments can highlight generative AI’s limitations, where it can provide support and what responsible practice looks like. Andrew Firr and Alex Fenton offer strategies

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5minutes

Artificial intelligence in higher education