Teaching and learning with kindness
byI heard someone say of their students recently that, “you cannot show them weakness or they’ll exploit it.” I’m certainly familiar with this attitude….
Student experience
Designing language and culture AI assistants to develop students’ independence and critical literacy
byI coordinate language and culture undergraduate courses in Spanish and Latin American Studies (SLAS) at different levels of proficiency and I wanted to introduce…
Strengthening social connections in the classroom: The impact of group work on social capital
byThe University’s values include actively creating an inclusive and collaborative environment. In regards to student mental wellbeing, this value of inclusivity and collaboration is…
Aligning assessments in histology within the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
byThe Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program has now introduced a novel approach to assessment alignment in the histology module. This initiative is part…
Reflective journals as meaningful authentic asessments in art history fieldwork
byWith the advance of generative AI and its integration into both the classroom and assessments, teachers are exploring approaches evaluate students’ authentic learning. Here,…
To grade or not to grade – is it time to go gradeless?
byAt Sydney, almost all units of study use a graded system for assessment; that is students’ work is assessed as being on the scale…
Setting our students up for success: The Vice-Chancellor’s Challenge
byAt the University of Sydney we’re committed to providing an exceptional educational experience that prepares our students for success. As you may already know,…
Everyday innovation with tech tools
byThe rapid development of generative AI and all its amazing possibilities is quite rightly drawing a lot of attention as people in all industries and fields…
Improving in-class engagement and assessment integrity using Gradescope
byCan we improve the student experience and build academic integrity without adding to administration load for teaching staff? Lecturer in the School of Economics Dr…
Teaching with AI: Revolutionising education while honouring tradition
byIn these challenging times, as we confront environmental, social, and technological upheavals, teaching at a university presents itself as both a daunting and pivotal…