Inside the University of Alberta’s move away from equity, diversity and inclusion
Motivations for the decision are being debated by members of the university community.
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Emphasize this: structuring highly readable sentences and paragraphs (Part 1 of 2)
Question: I’m trying to figure out how to increase the reach of my research in fields related to mine. I think that colleagues in my (highly technical) subfield – EdTech – appreciate my work, but when I look...
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The curious incident of the nobbled college and university retiree associations
All soon-to-be-retired academics should be encouraged to join their institution’s retiree association – but some don’t even know it exists.
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Plotting out your summer
Summer is a great time for both rest and productivity, so some serious planning on the front end can help you make the most of both.
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Designing a pathway through our post-pandemic teaching challenges
How to support the teaching mission at your institution.
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The rise of disaster studies
Disasters happen more often — these programs explore the whys and hows.
Taking stock: Multiple perspectives on pro-Palestinian protests
Activists and administrations from Halifax to Nanaimo review policies after this spring’s pro-Palestinian encampments.
International students
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UQAC deregisters 104 students: miscalculation or essential measure?
This is the first time this has happened on this scale in the Quebec higher education system.
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International graduate students should not be charged different fees
Why it’s time to reconsider our fee policies.
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How university education prepares students to be engaged and informed citizens
Instructors across all disciplines can advance citizenship development through knowledge and skills training.
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“Ici, on parle français”: Navigating graduate studies as an anglophone/allophone in a francophone environment
Four non-francophone graduate students reflect on their experiences studying at Université Laval.
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International student fallout hits the bottom line
Postsecondary sector taking pre-emptive measures to mitigate financial crisis exacerbated by cuts to international study permits.
Current Issue
November-December 2024
Keeping Canada's university community informed, inspired and connected
Browse the current issue SubscribeArtificial intelligence
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Focusing on GenAI detection is a no-win approach for instructors
As GenAI continues to evolve faster than the tools to detect it, capturing all student use of AI is nearly impossible.
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Supporting students in the age of GenAI
Universities need to rethink student discipline when it comes to reinforcing academic integrity.
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New AI-themed book focuses on the importance of preserving human agency
The authors advocate for a human-centred approach to the educational applications of AI.
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Prof pas prof, j’y vais: under AI’s spell
Shining a humorous light on some of the tasks that academics deal with on a regular basis.
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Student-run AI clubs are filling a vital knowledge gap
How AI enthusiasts are disrupting linear learning.
Activists-in-residence enrich and test universities
New programs are emerging on campuses across the country, but finding funding for these positions is a challenge.
Research
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The rise of disaster studies
Disasters happen more often — these programs explore the whys and hows.
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U of T prof’s animatronic puppets are inspiring kids to use tech as a tool for creativity
‘It’s a bit of a stealth STEM program.’
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Engaging the public in sidewalk astronomy
The #popscope project energizes public spaces through experiential, free-choice learning.
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McGill researchers help advance genetic research through a video game
Borderlands Science, a mini-game within the popular Borderlands 3 video game is putting a new spin on citizen science.
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Reclaiming open access
It’s time to prioritize investments in open infrastructure to realize truly transformational open access.
Sponsored Content
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Meet Wisdom Tettey, Carleton University’s new president
Transformation through education.
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Thompson Rivers University seeks experts to shape the future of online education
Subject matter experts collaborate with instructional designers to create high quality content for online courses.
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AI in Education Forum 2024: Unleashing AI’s potential for transformative learning
This groundbreaking conference on AI is organized by the Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications.
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Innovation and ethics in the age of AI – meeting Canadian student expectations for access and pace of change
Artificial intelligence has swiftly become a transformative force in higher education, reshaping the student journey from induction to learning outcomes.
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Editor
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Tara Siebarth
Deputy Editor
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Edward Thomas Swan
Art Director
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Hannah Liddle
Assistant Editor
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Kate Kenyon
Digital Content Creator
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Mohamed Berrada
Francophone Associate Editor
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Marie-Lou Bernatchez
Francophone Journalist
