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Nurturing student learning and motivation through the application of cognitive science

Deans for Impact

But by using principles of cognitive science to support his learning, she experienced a different version of the student: he was joyful, deeply engaged in their one-on-one tutoring sessions, and motivated to grasp new concepts. He didn’t exhibit behavioral challenges during tutoring sessions. But where to start?

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Learn Always: The Power of Saying, “I Don’t Know”

MindMax

In contrast, our proposal started by frankly admitting that we didn’t yet know the optimal plan—but that we’d figure it out together. At that time, human knowledge about biology grew rapidly every month, yet there we were, relying on a syllabus from nearly two decades prior. That never sat well with me.

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University Mental Health Day: Why we encourage students to disclose their mental health conditions and why you should too

HEPI

Back then there were a few events held at a few universities put on by our members (the University Mental Health Advisers Network (UMHAN)) who are mental health practitioners in education. This need has been highlighted by recent high-profile cases highlighting how some students may not feel empowered to reach out to support services.

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Colleges have a responsibility to support students with intellectual disabilities

University Business

This situation leaves an astounding number of eager workers on the sidelines at a time when our state and regional economies can hardly afford to overlook any segment of the available workforce. Our Integrated Studies major stands as a testament to our dedication to inclusivity. We give him as much support and love as possible.

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Unapologetic Leadership Thought: Freedom Dreaming

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Gina Garcia, professor of policy, politics, and leadership at Berkeley School of Education, University of California, Berkeley, to serve as our fall professional development day opening speaker — to provide insight for our campus as we continue our journey, serving as an Hispanic Serving Institution.

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Placing research integrity at the heart of REF

HEPI

As Co-chair and members of the UK Committee on Research Integrity, we are here to support research integrity in the UK. Our role includes the articulation of views about areas where there are good reasons to focus on research integrity. Showing that UK integrity is taken seriously in research assessment supports that trust.

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Beyond March: Supporting Women on the Path to the College Presidency

Higher Education Today

In the wake of Women’s History Month, it’s a good time to pause and reflect on the significance of our efforts to honor and uplift women. Amidst the flurry of acknowledgments and celebrations we see every March, there’s a deeper conversation to be had about how we support women on their professional journeys in higher education.

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