The fourth industrial revolution: how can universities respond to the rise of the robots?
It’s official - up to 800 million global workers will be replaced by robots and AI by 2030. A rethink of education is needed to keep humans employed, but should universities be concerned about the robotic takeover? >>
From plagiarism detection to academic integrity
After two decades in which our technology has played an important role, we are now seeing universities deploying new tactics in the fight against plagiarism. >>
FE and social media make the perfect match
The UK’s further education (FE) sector is known for its capacity to adapt and innovate; its ability to morph in response to the changing demands on post-16 education. Which is perhaps why it so often finds a bedfellow in social media – flexible, ever-evolving, and for the most part free. >>
How do you keep students safe from cyber crime? By teaching them to behave like a stealth bomber!
While most college or university students have grown up using internet-enabled devices, it doesn’t necessarily follow that they are savvy and careful about online safety. >>
Think virtual reality surgery is a thing of the future? Think again…
I’m on a mission to merge the world of medicine, global education and immersive technology, and here’s why… >>
Is your email account well protected against hackers? Not sure? This is what you need to know
Do you use the same password across all your online accounts or share personal details via email? If so, you’re not alone, but it's a habit you need to break. >>
Our edtech competition win, and why you should enter this time around
Have you got an edtech idea that could solve a sector problem or enhance the student experience? We won funding and support for our idea, and you could too… >>
The top five things about Digifest for attendees
Digifest is a great way to hear from other educators from around the UK and share and learn from like-minded people. >>
Ten top tips to make your university accessible to all learners
The University of Kent has been leading the way in designing systems and ways of presenting content to make it easily accessible to as many learners as possible. >>
The top challenges for the UK’s HE leaders - revealed
The results are in from our second annual higher education leadership survey, exploring what is looming large on the horizons for those in senior leadership positions in UK higher education. >>
