Student engagement

The comedy stage can be a place for academics to be silly and let it all hang out. Chris Pahlow explores why humour is effective for scholars and the people they’re trying to communicate with about their research

Make your classroom a welcoming, engaging space for in-person learning once again. Here are six ideas to improve student attendance

Support your international students by incorporating strategies that promote student-centred learning into your teaching

The real world is complicated. Let’s give our students the tools to take it on with interdisciplinary education

Activating students’ higher-order thinking skills enhances student satisfaction, research shows. Here are some examples of ways to do it

Cultural misunderstandings can lead to international students being referred for academic misconduct. An answer for university educators can be to tailor course content to bridge gaps in your students‘ understanding

Using students’ family experiences as a jumping-off point for learning can help engage them and prepare them for the workforce. Here’s how to do it

Why and how to incorporate reflective practice into your teaching and learning

Thinking creatively is a crucial skill for the future workplace. But how can we instil it in today’s students?

Here are some steps to take to ensure the first few weeks of term go smoothly for yourself and your students