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New Article Published: Reflecting on Our Educational Mission As the new academic year unfolds, it is essential to pause and reflect on the core mission of education: fostering growth, curiosity, and critical thinking. In my latest piece for Times Higher Education, I delve into how universities can align their goals with this mission, ensuring we not only impart knowledge but also inspire transformative change for both students and the broader community. Check out my thoughts on how we can reframe our approach to learning in the face of a rapidly evolving world. #HigherEducation #StudentFirst #CultivatingCuriosity #IgniteInspireLeadChange #LeadingASustainableFuture #LifelongLearning #LivingChange #CommunityImpact #ThisIsUNBC

How Education Has Now Become a Business - A Thought-Provoking Dive Education, once revered as the cornerstone of personal development and societal progress, now finds itself entangled in the web of commercialization. My latest blog explores this transformation, shedding light on how the noble pursuit of knowledge is increasingly viewed through a financial lens. This post delves into the implications of treating education as a commodity, its impact on access and quality, and the profound consequences for future generations. It's a call to reflect on our values and the kind of world we're shaping for those who come after us. Let's engage in this crucial conversation. Your insights can help pave the way towards a more equitable and value-driven education system. 🌍📘 🔗 Dive into the discussion: https://lnkd.in/eCgGFCGD #EducationReform #ValueOfEducation #BlogDiscussion #EducationInnovation #LearningWithoutLimits #EducationalEquity #CriticalThinking #BeyondTheBooks #KnowledgeIsPower #StudentFirst #EduTech #LifelongLearning #EmpowerThroughEducation #maanviananya #contentwiter

Awarding gaps in Higher Education are challenging everyone, and student engagement is frequently raised as an issue of concern, sector-wide. We believe scholarship innovations fostering inclusion and equity can provide the change we want and in this Wonkhe article we argue that innovation can co-exist with quality assurance. It was great doing this with you, Julie Hulme!

Student participation was crucial because it ensured that the learning experience was directly informed by those it affects the most. The N-TUTORR project highlights the transformative impact of empowering students to participate in collaboration, resulting in numerous innovative projects that significantly enhanced the student experience. By involving students as partners in the fellowship program, the initiative fostered a sense of ownership and engagement, ensuring the learning environment is shaped by those it serves. This approach not only improved educational outcomes but also built a strong community where students and staff work together towards common goals. "Emerging Technological Higher Education Sector Combines to Transform Student Learning Experience" via The Irish Times N-TUTORR https://bit.ly/3RK57oG #EdTech #HigherEd #LXD #InstructionalDesign #DigitalTransformation #CollaborativeLearning #StudentExperience #StudentVoice #HigherEdLeadership

We often overlook the value of creating and fostering staff networks within and across universities. These networks can significantly contribute to placing students at the heart of institutional strategies, even though they seem to focus on staff rather than students. Prof. Karen Heard-Lauréote explores practical steps for cultivating staff peer networks in higher education for HE Professional: https://lnkd.in/gkEfjBD2

SOS research shows that c90% of students globally agree that sustainable development is something which all universities and colleges should actively incorporate and promote. In order to do this effectively, we need to work with our students to co-create education - to ensure it is fit for purpose and relevant to students' concerns, priorities, and the world they are currently experiencing. A new article in University World News highlights how Responsible Futures pilot institutions have been working with students to embed sustainability in teaching and learning. Thank you to Responsible Futures pilot institutions for sharing your experiences and to Isabel T. for putting together this enlightening article. #sustainabledevelopment #educationforsustainabledevelopment

On the future of EDUCATION: Here is a wonderful series of reflections and challenging proposals from all over the world, across generations and cultures: #education #esd #highereducation #futuresthinking https://lnkd.in/d3qbXEGf

Global education is a form of approach to education that prepares students for this rapidly interconnected new world 🌎 👨🏫 👩🎓 💻 #Education #Innovation #Technology #ElevateSouthwest Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/gWArZMfS

Knowledge isn't just power; it's a bridge that connects and crosses societal divides. Historically, education has been the torchbearer in challenging and dismantling prejudices. From the desegregation of schools post-Brown v. Board to the global movements empowered by educated voices, knowledge has shown its strength in breaking barriers. Let's engage in a dialogue on how continuous learning and understanding can further dissolve the barriers that divide us. Share your thoughts and examples of how education has impacted societal change. Together, we can pave the way for a more inclusive world through the power of knowledge. #BreakingBarriers #KnowledgeIsPower #EducateToLiberate

I love what I see, These are the amazing times for everyone ALIVE, I am happy to see the story of education is changing, Imagn a system where students accross the world, who shares the same trait "Design Thinking tools tribe" coming together to share the diverse experience in solving ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CHALLENGES. Is it noe exciting? May be you didnt get it, Here is how it works, Students from different academic institutions, who uses learn by doing approach in their studies, from all over the world are coming together, form teams of diverse students, Listens a challenge (Economic development challenge) and then creates a solution to the problem, This not only exposuses them to real world challenges and diverse culture, BUT also it helps to CREATE RESPONSIBLE leaders. As one of the Facilitators of this Globaldevelopmenthack.com I welcome everyone who is ALIVE to experience this transformative movement. Jumanne Mtambalike Dr. Dion Gouws University of Iringa (Formerly, Tumaini University - Iringa University College) ministryof universities