Teaching and Learning
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On Campus
Centralising assessment doesn’t mean standardising pedagogy: Opinion
Most universities dream of a future that embraces digital assessment and exams, but the journey to get there is complex…
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Top Stories
EXCLUSIVE: WSU vice-chancellor is back in the classroom this year
Western Sydney University (WSU) vice chancellor George Williams’s love for teaching didn't disappear when he became vice-chancellor of his university.…
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Industry & Research
How universities can fix health workforce shortages
Three Australian healthcare experts last week told universities how to solve the biggest challenges and possible solutions to a number…
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Podcasts
HEDx Podcast: How is AI impacting equity students? – Episode 146
Deputy vice-chancellors (academic) of the University of Queensland, Professor Kris Ryan, and La Trobe University, Professor Jessica Vanderlelie, join Martin…
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Commentary
Lecture, course material should be publicly available: Productivity Commission
Productivity Commission chair Danielle Wood gave universities a list of recommendations to improve teaching, learning, research and innovation in a…
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Commentary
Beyond the ivory tower: universities need to prioritise the entrepreneurial mindset, not just new ideas
As universities consider their future in the 21st century, many are embracing the concept of “innovation” in their strategic plans.…
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Commentary
Make online education thrive with human factors and ergonomics – opinion
Online education is continuing to grow and evolve, especially in higher education. Earning an associate, bachelors or master’s degree can…
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Commentary
Addressing the disconnection of hybrid teaching and learning – opinion
Today’s modern learning spaces are undergoing a revolution of sorts as tertiary education continues evolving to accommodate the many ways…
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Analysis
HEDx Podcast: How can unis ensure student success? – Episode 135
Tim Renick is the founding executive director of the National Institute for Student Success and a Professor at Georgia State…
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Policy & Reform
Fund unis to research gen AI in education, Senate inquiry recommends
An inquiry into generative artificial intelligence (gen AI) in education says the implementation of AI in education should be made…
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Commentary
What to ask after “Are you OK?”
The close interaction between educators and students means they may notice changes in behavior, appearance, mood, or performance in students…
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Excellence in teaching rewarded at UTS
Three academics have been recognised for their work in teaching and learning at the University of Technology, Sydney. The Faculty…
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Learning for teachers made plain
The newest tool for online professional engagement is creating a buzz among educators, reports Natasha Egan. Professional development for teachers…
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Practical help for the disadvantaged
To help students from low socio-economic backgrounds do their best universities need to engage with them and their teachers rather…
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Taking a leaf from Aristotle’s book
Allowing teachers to be educated in practical wisdom will benefit students and society, writes Neil Hooley. Much of the debate…
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University teaching needs executive commitment
Senior executives in universities ought to allocate resources for the improvement and enhancement of teaching and learning as part of…
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Teachers ‘need to be’ masters of teaching and learning
Over recent years, the education system of Finland has emerged as being amongst the best in the world. Reasons given…
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A gripe over Grattan school report
It is concerning when poor research about teachers is made public. When that poor research is taken up by the…
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