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With Annamarie McKie Introduction As an academic developer, I have long espoused the power of reflection to transform teaching experiences, actions and thoughts.  As I introduce creative arts teaching colleagues to various theoretical concepts for reflection, I also encourage dialogue … Continue reading →

Led by Emma Yhnell (Twitter: @EmmaYhnell) and EmmaJane Milton (Twitter: @EmmajaneMilton1) We were delighted to be invited to contribute this blog and questions to the LTHE chat on the back of our recent SEDA blog of the same title and précised … Continue reading →

Guest host: Emma Vincent  In an ever-changing world where uncertainty is the only constant how can we prepare our students for the future? This is the challenge that many institutions are grappling with. As higher education professionals we are committed … Continue reading →

The need for compassionate assessment  Since the pandemic, there has been a growing interest in compassionate pedagogy and assessment. The pandemic highlighted the urgency of responding to student wellbeing and discussions on how to support students during this challenging time, … Continue reading →

Led by Andy Tattersall It was the influence of late night listening to Radio Luxembourg at the age of 15 when I first took to recording my own audio. I would make cassette tapes of my records interspersed by me … Continue reading →

Led by Prof. Richard Hill Universities (particularly their managers) talk a lot about innovation. “We need to innovate” “This is innovative” “Our environment fosters innovation” And this is what people outside academia would expect from a university. Lots of bright, … Continue reading →

Imagine if mutual flourishing was central to a regenerative education system – human flourishing in the more than human world. Imagine if learning was transdisciplinary, and intergenerational, in community with each other and nature – imaginative and beautiful learning that … Continue reading →

Led by Dr Alison Purvis @DrAlisonPurvis Compassionate, positive, and caring interactions in learning and teaching are important because they can create psychological safety, encourage engagement, and develop a sense of belonging for everyone (Burke & Lemar, 2021).  Thoughtful staff-student interactions … Continue reading →

Led by Dr Gustavo Espinoza-Ramos @tavoer8 Introduction In recent years, higher education institutions have faced increasing pressure to enhance student progression, satisfaction and engagement. This situation and a very competitive environment have encouraged more universities to move away from teacher-centred … Continue reading →