Australia’s Engagement and Impact Assessment encourages universities to ensure that their research is of benefit to the world beyond academia. Or does it? Having spent more than a year in a dedicated “engagement and impact” research support role, I am concerned to see that institutions tend to be narrowly focused on the task of showing evidence of engagement and […] … learn more→
The measurement tail should not be wagging the impact dog
Helping teachers get better at ‘how’ to teach as well as ‘what’ to teach
It’s always difficult to step out of your comfort zone. This is true for teachers too; research has shown that many educators are resistant to change. This manifests in many ways. Some don’t want to try out new assessment methods. Others are reluctant to use technology for teaching. And some resist any sort of professional development […] … learn more→
The advantages of using titanium abutments
As the implant evolution becomes a “restorative driven” area, it is only ideal for you to learn the different design principles, advantages, and implant connection involved. In the world of dental implants, however, there is one that is likely to claim triumph: Titanium Abutments. Titanium, by essence, is a type of metal often utilized in […] … learn more→
Reasons to give thank you plaques
You have several things to be grateful for every day such as the uncountable blessings, everyday foods, a gift of life and most of all, those people who help you in your every struggle. Who are these people or for you? You are surely thinking of them right now. These are the people who extend […] … learn more→
Why battery-powered vehicles stack up better than hydrogen
Low energy efficiency is already a major problem for petrol and diesel vehicles. Typically, only 20% of the overall well-to-wheel energy is actually used to power these vehicles. The other 80% is lost through oil extraction, refinement, transport, evaporation, and engine heat. This low energy efficiency is the primary reason why fossil fuel vehicles are emissions-intensive, and […] … learn more→
Gender in science in Indonesia: why important gaps are lowered
Last August, Finance Minister Sri Mulyani stated that the opportunity for schools for women and men in Indonesia was almost equal. But gender equality has fallen by 50% when women enter the workforce because of gender bias in various occupations, so that only 30% of women work in the fields of science, technology and mathematics. In addition, the […] … learn more→
Why are there students who study hard but do not crash?
“I have studied a lot and the test has gone fatal.” “I know, but I do not know how to explain it.” “I understand it, but when I have to apply it to a practical case I do not know how to do it.” These and other similar situations indicate that, having made an effort […] … learn more→
Community College as road to nowhere
“Come to the community college! We’re cheap!” –typical promotion for a CC Unlike universities, community colleges can spring up very quickly. You don’t need departments, you barely even need faculty. All you need are some administrators to hire cheap adjuncts, cut-and-paste the curriculum used at a nearby legitimate school…and you’re basically set. This simple set […] … learn more→
Betsy DeVos has little to show after 2 years in office
Despite widespread fear that U.S. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos would dismantle the public system of education, she has failed to accomplish much of what she set out to do. That is my assessment as an educational policy researcher who has followed Secretary DeVos since she took the helm of the U.S. Department of Education in February 2017. DeVos’ objective has been similar […] … learn more→
How you can invest in your education to help further your career
Those in the professional world should continually try to improve themselves and never discontinue learning new things. The business world is constantly evolving which makes the ability to self-educate as important as ever. Companies do not want a person that gets a job then stops improving themselves in a personal and professional capacity. Many employers […] … learn more→