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As digital technologies transform access to both information and education, how can universities offer distinctive educational value for professional learners online? Maria Cross offers advice

Becoming a better teacher starts with a few deliberate choices. Find out more here

Academic communities have long relied on citations, publication counts, the journal impact factor and the h-index as indicators of scholarly achievement. These metrics capture only part of the story, as Rachel Miles explains

Three stages for embedding apprenticeship-informed practice, with strategies collected from degree apprenticeship educators across the UK

Workload allocation models can fail to reflect the reality of female academics’ workloads and unintentionally compound gender inequality. Find advice for making the process more transparent

A game built on gesture can speak volumes about hidden norms and the skills to navigate them because it converts an abstract concept into personal experience

When collaborative assignments lack structured guidance, levels of contribution among team members may vary. Gabriela Espínola offers insight into building community and accountability online

Give students a clear reason to pay attention to your content. Here’s how to design courses to spark curiosity

Students often overcomplicate challenging concepts, so educators should break complexities into parts, use real-world examples and introduce uncertainty to simulate industry environments

The alumni community have been exactly where students are now. Here’s how harnessing their expertise and guidance can be invaluable