Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming many human activities ranging from daily chores to highly sophisticated tasks. But unlike many other industries, the higher education sector has yet to be really influenced by AI. Uber has disrupted the taxi sector, Airbnb has disrupted the hotel industry and Amazon disrupted first the bookselling sector, then the whole […] … learn more→

Learning to capitalize and maximize profits in today’s ever-changing Digital World is a daunting task. This is even more difficult for Educational websites. They face constant challenges like budget restrictions and the pressure to constantly evolve. Designing a functional website is the foundation of all marketing strategies today. But the task doesn’t end there if […] … learn more→

Last month I was relieved to see a graduate who sued Oxford University over his failure to achieve a first-class honours degree have his claim dismissed by the high court. Faiz Siddiqui achieved a 2:1 degree at Brasenose College, but blamed inadequate teaching for the fact that he did not do better, and didn’t get […] … learn more→

The typical image of artificial intelligence (AI) & virtual reality (VR) conjured by many is a that of a gamer wearing a headset while immersed in an entertaining environment. However, the latest VR hardware and software delivers powerful learning resources for businesses, non-profit organizations and government agencies. This development gives students the opportunity to learn […] … learn more→

On April 16, Canadians — and internet users around the world — have the opportunity to participate in “Indigenous Canada,” a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) offered through the University of Alberta and the Coursera consortium of online learning providers. Similar courses — for instance on “Reconciliation through Indigenous education” and “Aboriginal worldviews and education” — are […] … learn more→

Over the past year, the value of blockchain’s most notorious application, Bitcoin, soaredfrom $20 billion to over $300 billion before halving again. Since before that rollercoaster ride, blockchain enthusiasts have touted the technology’s potential for solving longstanding problems in a wide array of fields. But what could it have to offer for education and labor policy? […] … learn more→

Storytelling may be as old as the hills but it remains one of the most effective tools for teaching and learning. A good story can make a child (or adult) prick up their ears and settle back into their seat to listen and learn. But despite the power a great story can have, storytelling has an […] … learn more→

Teachers are very busy workers with tightly packed schedules and regular engagement in work outside regular hours (such as for preparing lessons and marking). They have less time for breaks and over 30% spend more than 50 hours a week on teaching activities. On top of busy schedules, teachers are required to undertake professional development and learning to improve […] … learn more→

Joe plays guitar in a metal band – averagely well for a 20-year-old – and is enrolled on a music degree course at a post-92 university whose most pressing issue is its own survival. He didn’t have to audition and there was no real interview. He was told what to expect, but he didn’t fully […] … learn more→

The Counter-Terrorism and Security Act 2015 has aroused great controversy by imposing a legal duty upon schools, universities, the NHS and other institutions to “have due regard to the need to prevent people from being drawn into terrorism”. Last month, a new report from the Joint Committee on Human Rights called for an independent review […] … learn more→