Societal Impact of Universities
A new policy paper by LERU on why and how societal impact has always been, is and will remain, a core task of universities.
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Can Pre-School Children Learn to do Science?
Science isn’t just about explosions. But can children as young as 3 understand what it’s really about?
Learning to Think Like a Computer
It’s obvious that computers have become indispensable problem-solving partners. But it’s suddenly not enough to be a fluent user of software interfaces. Understanding what lies behind the computer’s seeming magic now seems crucial.
Work Organization and Mental Health Problems in PhD students
Research policy observers are increasingly concerned about the potential impact of current academic working conditions on mental health, particularly in PhD students. One in two PhD students experiences psychological distress; one in three is at risk of a common psychiatric disorder.
Higher Education Must Prepare for the Rise of the Machines
Automation has the potential to replace or alter 35 million jobs worldwide, which means universities must adapt to survive.
Is Digital Technology Changing Learning and Teaching?
Is digital technology making fundamental changes to learning and teaching, transforming it in ways that were unimaginable before the advent of the internet?
10 Free Online Science Courses to Learn a Little of Everything
Free online courses to help you expand your mind in whatever directions you want.
'Academics Work Two Days a Week Unpaid'
Report unveiled at union’s congress highlights ‘unreasonable, unsafe and excessive hours’. Get the report at www.ucu.org.uk/workload
In Finland, Kids Learn Computer Science Without Computers
Students can learn the basics with a set of knitting needles.
150+ Websites For Lifelong Learners
This list keeps being updated with more online educational resources.
In Age of Alternative Facts, a College Course on Calling out Scientific Crap
Tired of alternative facts, two Seattle professors aim to strike a blow for science. Their weapon? A new course: “Calling Bullshit In the Age of Big Data.”
Why Apprenticeships Are Science's Future
Practical experience and no student debt make vocational training an enticing career option
Excellent Education in Research-rich Universities
At a time when funding and international reputation are based predominantly on research activities, universities are shining a new light on their important role as education institutions.
Building an Open Science MOOC
Let’s build a MOOC to teach Open Science! Here’s a draft framework already in place, which anyone can contribute to.
Most Unicorn Founders in the World Are Graduates of Stanford, Harvard…and the IITs
Most Unicorn Founders in the World Are Graduates of Stanford, Harvard…and the IITs
IITs are even better than MIT at churning out founders of unicorns.
Scientific Computing: Code Alert
Programming tools can speed up and strengthen analyses, but mastering the skills takes time and can be daunting.
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