#Universities

Sam Freedman

Samfr

Worth taking a step back from the specific exam fiasco this year and look at why we put so much emphasis on high-stakes exams in the English system (not uniquely

Jonathan Hopkin

jrhopkin

I think what is missing from this freedom of speech in universities debate is the question of the government's motivation. Nobody in their right mind believes this government cares about

Heidi Li Feldman

HeidiLiFeldman

Universities are also using “informed consent” or “community pledge” documents to try to limit the specific COVID-19 precautions they will take. Note that many of these documents list U’s safety

The 1752 Group

1752Group

Why are universities being held to a different regulatory standard than other charities? Fun thread outlining our reponse to the @officestudents consultation on reportable events. Most higher education institutions are

Richard Lochhead

RichardLochhead

1/5 FAO Students. This is a challenging time for everyone studying/working at home.The #Coronavirus Scotland No.2 Act 2020 introduced notice to leave periods for students in halls of residence and

Osman Faruqi

oz_f

Folks, let me explain how by cutting funding to the humanities and increasing student fees the government is actually creating incentives for unis to enroll *more* arts students.(For my sins

grogu

afadjato

There are some independent institutions that are important to every democracy, eg. the media, CSOs, and academia. When functioning free of threat, these groups provide adequate checks for the Executive.

Brendan Ciarán Browne

brendancbrowne

1. This is a welcome move. Kudos. However, we need universities to look at their ongoing colonial links... Irish universities are still involved in forging connections with states involved in

Mary Curnock Cook

MaryCurnockCook

As we seem to be moving inexorably towards accepting Centre Assessed Grades (CAGs) for GCSEs and perhaps also for A levels (and other Level 3 quals), this is a short

Dr Ella Cockbain

DrEllaC

I just can’t. Government claiming it’ll defend free speech & stop “cancel culture”... by stifling academic freedom & defunding research that’s “political” 1/https://www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/2021/02/13/exclusive-uni

Prof Mark Lorch

Mark_Lorch

In Uni admissions land it certainly has been an interesting 10 days. For what its worth here's my thoughts on the longer term consequences of the A-Level algo-shambles & the

Vanessa Jones

vanessaljones_

About jobs in museums. Unfortunately UG, and PG are set up to fail. You are encouraged to take certian courses as you are told they will enhance your employability within

Joshua Wong 黃之鋒 😷

joshuawongcf

[Vanishing free speech - Universities at the forefront of China’s propaganda war]1. Universities are one of prime targets of #China’s overseas propaganda campaigns, as a way to stamp out overseas

Bonnie Stewart

bonstewart

i wrote a thing.we talk a LOT about academic integrity, in higher ed.i think proctoring tools do more to undermine academic integrity - at the core level of student trust

chris(tmas)☃️ 📚🧷

QuiffedLiterati

I'll be honest, I'm sick to the back teeth of 'mental health awareness' events, 'mindfulness sessions', and 'wellbeing workshops'.Plasters thrown into a gaping hole.We need legitimate & expensive changes

Kate Dossett

kmdossett

1/3 This week I was made Professor of American History. When I joined @LeedsUniHistory there were 2 women historians and no women Professors. Now I am 1 of 5 female

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