Time management

Scheduling, balancing teaching and research, and career progression all require effective time-management skills. Here, academics offer their own experience, techniques and advice.

By Eliza.Compton, 13 January, 2025
Artificial intelligence has the potential to improve speed, consistency and detail in feedback for educators grading students’ assignments, writes Rohim Mohammed. Here he lists the pros and cons based on his experience
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5minutes
By Laura.Duckett, 9 January, 2025
How university teachers can use AI to respond to student enquiries, provide feedback and create engaging learning content
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 5 December, 2024
How a project for academics to carve out writing time has grown from ‘power hours’ to writing retreats, community, increased well-being and higher-quality papers
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 6 November, 2024
Practising self-care and saying no can help university educators manage the increasing demands of teaching and find a sustainable work-life balance

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By kiera.obrien, 23 September, 2024
Balancing the demands of family life and higher education can feel as daunting as starting a garden from scratch. But with careful planning, consistent care and the right tools, you can cultivate a thriving environment where both areas of your life flourish
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5minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 6 September, 2024
How useful is artificial intelligence for syllabus design? A law lecturer compared the free and subscription versions of three generative AI platforms, with surprising results
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4minutes