Practical learning

Reflection and advice for hands-on university teaching practices and experiential learning. These resources offer expert tips to support quality teaching through lab work, fieldwork and work placements as well as community-based learning, project-based learning and simulations. 

By Eliza.Compton , 18 July, 2024

What simulations bring to teaching soft skills

Students role-playing a psychology appointment
Role play and immersive VR experiences can bridge the gap between theory and practice as students acquire – and teachers assess – skills in communication and problem-solving
By Eliza.Compton , 10 July, 2024

Balancing career readiness and finances: the case for abbreviated internships

Architecture internship
Internships give students professional experience, guide career choices and boost job market competitiveness. But what if students need higher-paying summer jobs or can’t afford three months in a far-flung city? That’s where abbreviated winter internships come in
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton , 31 May, 2024

Hybrid learning through podcasts: a practical approach

Young woman podcaster
Adapting practice-based learning to a blend of synchronous and asynchronous delivery gives learners more control and creates opportunities for real-world learning of skills such as podcast production, writes Catherine Chambers
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4minutes
By kiera.obrien , 20 May, 2024

Tips for successful apprenticeships courses

A young woman in a hard hat checks inventory on a tablet
Learn how to please both the learner and employer when setting up and running apprenticeships, from a team who recently earned a 'Good' from Ofsted for their efforts
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3minutes
By Eliza.Compton , 18 April, 2024

How to incorporate fintech and Web3 into university curricula

Bitcoin
In bringing financial technology and cryptocurrency into university courses, educators must cover regulatory uncertainty, cybercrime risks and asset bubbles while keeping up with developments. Larisa Yarovaya provides insights
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4minutes
Practical learning