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Why are multiple-choice questions making a comeback?
Distinguishing the correct answer from plausible, but incorrect, alternatives sharpens students' skills in detecting AI slop.
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Reflection on five years of The Skills Agenda
Faculty innovation is key to advancing student career preparation in the years ahead.
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Understanding research-creation at SSHRC
Artistic works that explore socio-cultural questions may qualify for this unique grant.
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International conferences: A springboard into the future
A few days in Greece or China give you more than just a line on your resumé — they’re an experience.
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How to make research grants facilitation and editing your career
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What to remember when negotiating an offer of employment
There are several details that should be finalized before you sign on to a faculty position.
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The rewards of being part of your university’s retiree association
After retirement, it can be difficult to maintain your social connections – joining your institution’s retiree association can be a great solution.
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An international student’s guide to flourish overseas
In a new environment, you will face numerous moments of ‘disconfirmation.’
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The discussion section: the biomedical researchers’ time to shine
This part of your manuscript should contain the appropriate content in the appropriate structure and also be convincing and easy to understand.
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New guide helps researchers up their science communication game
Practical advice for how academics can learn to embrace science advocacy.
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The research statement: a formative tool
The composition of this document gives you the opportunity to reflect on where you are going in your career and how you are feeling about your work.
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Five easy pieces of advice for new department chairs
This position gives you a great opportunity to expand your leadership skills.
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How to write the script for your job talk
You should carefully consider word choices and sentence structures when you’ve got a high-stakes presentation to give.
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Why I chose to volunteer after retiring from academia
Volunteering is part of my self-identify as an academic, professional nurse and human being – but I do it selectively.
