Knowledge dossier: Teaching in higher education
In this dossier our educational consultants share their knowledge about teaching in higher education. For example on learning strategies, e-modules, podcasting and chatbots. If you would like further advice, please contact us.
Problems with generative AI
This article explores the ethical and practical issues of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). It is important for educators to be aware and prepare students for this new reality.
Design thinking in academic education
In this article, you will learn more about what design thinking is, how it is being applied at Utrecht University, and what you can do if you wish to incorporate design thinking into your own teaching.
Using e-modules in your education
You want to develop an e-module and use it in your education, but where do you start? And how do you ensure that the e-module is effective in your students' learning process?
Working on reciprocity and customisation in Continuing Education
How do you give form to reciprocity and customisation when developing and guiding Continuing Education?
How do you help students use more effective learning strategies?
Students often use suboptimal learning strategies. Why? And how do you help students use more effective learning strategies?
What is ChatGPT capable of, and what are its limitations?
To understand what these consequences are (both positive and negative), it is useful to understand how ChatGPT works, what its abilities are, and what not.
The influence of ChatGPT on assessment
Can you still have students write essays? And what to do with take-home exams?
Podcasts in your education, how to do it
Podcasts have been in use in education for some time. Why would you want this as a teacher, and what challenges might you encounter? Anouk den Hamer dove into the world of podcasts in education and made an overview.
Teach in English? Try these tips on using signposts and stimulating interaction in the classroom
For non-native speakers, teaching in English takes effort and skill. Marjolein Cremer explains how the use of signposts can be of help, and shares tips to stimulate interaction with students.
How do students learn the most from their own notes?
Many students take notes during a lecture or when reading. But is it actually useful?
Programmatic assessment in your own course
The popularity of programmatic assessment has increased significantly. How do you translate this concept to your own course?
Teaching in the international classroom is more than just translating materials
Where could teachers pay attention to in an international and diverse classroom? Gemma and Hetty share didactical tips for teachers.
Effective (online) peer feedback
To be able to use peer feedback effectively, it is important to keep to a number of guidelines. In this article we will give you some tips based on academic research.