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Time to Rethink Our Education System!! In today’s fast-paced world, the traditional education model focusing primarily on theory is no longer enough. To truly prepare students for the real world, we must balance theory with hands-on experience. Imagine an education system where at least 50% of the learning is practical—students would not only understand concepts but also apply them in real-world situations. Practical learning makes understanding easier and more effective. It fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and the development of essential skills. By embracing this change, we can bridge the gap between academic knowledge and practical expertise, helping individuals become more adaptable, innovative, and job-ready. #EducationReform #PracticalLearning #SkillsDevelopment #FutureOfEducation

Had the pleasure of being interviewed by Afifah Darke for the cover story of the QS Quacquarelli Symonds QS Insights Magazine. We talked about “what students want”. The article captures student and faculty perspectives. Fortunately, our perspectives align! Take a look at the article by clicking on the link below. I encourage you to read the wider magazine, too. Thanks for the conversation, and the opportunity, Afifah. The University of Auckland University of Auckland - Business School Education New Zealand | Manapou ki te Ao #highereducation #teachingandlearning #studentvoice

Imagine a country where every child, regardless of their background or location, has equal access to quality education. In Australia, we pride ourselves on fairness and opportunity. But does the reality match this ideal?  Students in remote communities are, on average, three years behind their metropolitan peers in literacy and numeracy. This disparity raises a pressing question: Are we truly giving every child a fair chance to follow their dreams? Throughout my journey as a student in UNSW, I often see the long-term effects of educational inequality. Candidates from underfunded schools sometimes lack opportunities that others have had, not due to lack of talent or ambition, but simply because they didn't have the same access to resources and support. I believe it's time for change. By prioritising funding for public schools and ensuring equitable access to quality education, we can empower all Australian youth to reach their potential. My experiences in the COMM2501 course has been nothing but exceptional. The continuous exchange of feedback from peers and tutors have greatly developed all aspects of my data story such as creating appealing graphs, producing engaging hooks and understanding the broader concepts. Overall, I've done the best I can and I'm confident to say I'd score a 9 out of 10 in this course! Owen Tong | Alireza Ghaffarian #unswDataVisComm

The "Measuring What Matters: Transforming Assessment and Recognition of Complex Learning Competencies" course, offered by The University of Melbourne on FutureLearn, provides an insightful exploration into the evolving landscape of education and assessment. Spanning three weeks, the course offers a research-based approach to transforming traditional assessments to better recognize complex competencies. Participants are guided through critical themes, such as setting new learning ambitions, developing innovative assessment methods, and implementing these changes in practice. The course is structured to address key challenges in education, particularly the need to assess skills like critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration—essential for students to thrive in the future. Learners will explore the global policy context, new assessment standards, and practical applications using Melbourne’s Ruby platform to measure learning agency. Overall, this course is ideal for educators and policymakers seeking to align their practices with contemporary educational demands. With a manageable commitment of three hours per week, it offers valuable insights into designing, teaching, and assessing competencies that go beyond conventional learning metrics. . . . #EducationInnovation #CompetencyBasedLearning #TransformingAssessment #ComplexCompetencies #CriticalThinking #CreativityInEducation #CollaborationSkills #LearningAmbitions #AssessmentDesign #GlobalEducationPolicy #FutureReadyStudents #UniversityOfMelbourne #FutureLearn #DigitalLearning #EducationPolicy #TeacherDevelopment #21stCenturySkills #ResearchBasedLearning

This scholarly review lists almost 30 factors for prospective students to consider when determining whether an institution is sufficiently supportive, however there's no mention of the government-commissioned Student Experience Survey which is most reliable since it includes an indicator dedicated to Student Support, with the results publicly available on the compared.edu.au website. (A brief glance reveals Kaplan Business School is among Australia's Top 3 business schools for this all-important metric, outranking every public university.) #studentsupport #highered https://lnkd.in/gpThH3Hy

🎓 Webinar On Demand - Leeds Beckett’s Journey to Student Success! What does it take to improve student retention, streamline admin processes, and engage stakeholders for a seamless university operation? Leeds Beckett University partnership with SEAtS ONE delivered positive results with a centralised platform—and they’re sharing how they did it! Get expert insights from Paul Phillips, Senior Project Manager. Here’s what they achieved: ✅ 20% increase in student retention ✅ 30% reduction in admin workload ✅ Seamless management of UKVI compliance for their international student population Discover their success story in our on-demand webinar. 👀 Find out how they turned challenges into wins for both students and staff. Watch now! #HigherEd #StudentRetention #RetentionSuccess #StudentEngagement #CampusInnovation

If you're curious about how LBU rolled out SEAtS as their centralised system for attendance and engagement management, this webinar is a must-watch! Paul covers the challenges, process, impact, and key lessons learned. Definitely worth checking out! 👏

Putting Theory into Practice - Teaching Business Through Challenge Learning As students graduate with debts from £45,000 for UK bachelor’s degrees and $150,000 for US MBAs, universities globally are under pressure to prove their value to students. Increasingly, employers are complaining that universities are not preparing students for the workplace, with some no longer requiring a degree but instead recruiting for specific skills. Ronan Gruenbaum, Global Director of Undergraduate Learning and Development for Hult International Business School School presents to the group on how higher education institutions must rethink their entire way of teaching to bridge the gap between academia and industry requirements and equip students with practical skills for the modern workplace. #EducationSF #StudentLearning #Universities

🤐 With the General Election only weeks away, there has been much talk about the future of Higher Education. With certain parties pledging to end "rip-off" degree programmes, I wonder if there is more we can do within teaching and learning strategies to enhance graduate attributes. 🕵♂️ Different approaches have benefits and cons, including traditional lecture style format and flipped learning approaches. What else can be done inside T&L hours to accentuate the development of graduate attributes to prepare future generations for the world of work? 📈 Many degree courses try to extract key attributes such as critical thinking, communication and collaboration. I'm intrigued to hear the variety of approaches to Higher Education teaching and learning that purposefully attempt to extract the development of graduate attributes, embedded within the curricula. #HigherEducation #TeachingStrategies #GraduateAttributes #FutureOfWork #CriticalThinking #CommunicationSkills #Collaboration #FlippedLearning #TraditionalTeaching #EducationInnovation #StudentSuccess