The confinement derived from the COVID-19 pandemic has meant an unforeseen and drastic adaptation on the march of the teaching-learning processes established in the university. From one day to the next, the teachers found themselves in the imposed need to teach all their classes in person, and the students had to continue their studies without leaving […] … learn more→

As leaders, scholars and practitioners in higher education, it is our responsibility and privilege to understand the challenges and opportunities ahead, to make judgements about where we should be sailing towards in the post-Covid world and, importantly, to collectively shape the future of sustainable development for all. Universities are facing a myriad of questions, with […] … learn more→

Sustained self-improvement is a hallmark characteristic of successful people. Whatever career they may choose, a persistent effort to further their expertise serves them well. This idea of lifelong learning is ancient.  Virgil (70–19 BC) commented that, “One grows weary of everything except science”. A modern resurgence of this concept was articulated by Basil Yeaxlee (1929) […] … learn more→

The coronavirus pandemic has disrupted the education of at least 1.5 billion school students. That’s more than 90% of the world’s children. Although many schools in the west, along with private schools in the developing world, have continued some school activities online, more than 50% of learners worldwide do not have a household computer. The absence of face-to-face learning […] … learn more→

Most of the tech investors are now interested to invest in blockchain technology. Because technology has a wide range of applications for keeping records of data and transactions of different industries in a secure, transparent, and immutable way. However, blockchain technology has become popular when people get to know about the potential of the digital […] … learn more→

When the California State University system decided to conduct all of its classes online this coming fall, administrators said it was to avoid the health risks associated with COVID-19. Many other colleges are making similar decisions as they move online. Wayne State University and Michigan State University are likely to go online – but may offer a hybrid of […] … learn more→

A recent statement from China’s education bureau warned Chinese students about studying in Australia due to “racist incidents” during the COVID-19 pandemic. Such statements, and further moves from China’s education agents threatening to redirect students towards international competitors such as the United Kingdom, can negatively affect Australia as a study destination. Australia’s universities are already reeling from the loss […] … learn more→

The greater prominence enjoyed by scientists during the Covid-19 pandemic has led to some individuals gaining a high profile – with the attendant praise and demonisation that this can bring. But these public figures are just the visible tip of a huge iceberg of effort taking place to combat the pandemic. To convert one bright […] … learn more→

In this time of hoaxes and false news we miss ideas. The “good ideas” arise from knowledge, from reflection, from argumentation and from counter-argumentation. This is why cooperative and shared knowledge is so important. The concept of interdisciplinary refers to the study or activity that is carried out with the cooperation of various disciplines . The cooperation between different disciplines allows analyzing […] … learn more→

During self-isolation due to coronavirus, many are turning to the arts. Perhaps they seek a creative outlet or opportunity for expression; but it’s also possible that their attraction may be driven by an innate desire to use their brains in ways that make them feel good. As a professor and arts educator for over 20 years, I […] … learn more→