Practical learning

To meet the UN Sustainable Development Goals, business schools should consider hands-on community projects which also boosts students' employability and give them a sense of purpose

Case-based discussion has been well received as an assessment method. Here are other reasons to use it, along with tips on how to make it work well

How can universities bridge the gap between students and their future employers? Bring real value to both sides with these tips

See what happened when educators used role plays to dramatically demonstrate poor interview practice, encouraging students to analyse and suggest improvements

Make students feel they matter in non-clinical facing placements to create the authentic and compassionate leaders the healthcare sector of the future needs. Here’s how

Learn how the AAA model improved student engagement and learning outcomes in a logistics and supply chain programme, and how its principles apply across disciplines

The future is unpredictable. So instead of trying to future-proof our students’ degrees, let’s future-proof their mindset

A ‘triple helix’ teaching approach shows how engineering educators can combine theoretical rigour with practical problem-solving to prepare students to innovate in the real world. Here, Chen Xiaodong explains how it evolved

Examples of authentic assessment methods for MBA students that align academic goals with dynamic real-world demands and equip students with job-ready skills

Creative students are often encouraged to be bold and brave, but it’s hard when doubt, perfectionism and fear of judgement cloud their minds. David Thompson explores what educators can do to help them reconnect with curiosity and play