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An Advocate for Equitable Health - Dr. Sabina Khan

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

I wanted to become a professor to prepare students to address the intersection of advocacy and healthcare, that is what inspired me to pursue a career in academia, says Khan. She says that she aims to help students recognize how power, equity, and inclusion shape healthcare outcomes.

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Inclusive Teaching Begins with Authenticity

Faculty Focus

Here’s an inconvenient truth about inclusive teaching: there are no quick fixes. A new author they can add to their course to make it more diverse and inclusive. In other words, we need to take the time to create inclusive learning communities if we’re going to make the most of teaching and learning. Do they respect you?

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Promoting AI-Enhanced Performance in the Online Classroom

Faculty Focus

Finally, while generative AI can offer just-in-time support to students, it also simulates a social presence, which is a crucial component in technology-rich learning environments (X. Incorporating Inclusivity A final desired outcome associated with AI tools is the promotion of inclusivity and accessibility in the online classroom.

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Inclusive Teaching Begins with Authenticity

Faculty Focus

Here’s an inconvenient truth about inclusive teaching: there are no quick fixes. A new author they can add to their course to make it more diverse and inclusive. In other words, we need to take the time to create inclusive learning communities if we’re going to make the most of teaching and learning. Do they respect you?

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How to align higher ed with industry to foster social mobility

University Business

One key area impacting learning is the rise of new technologies. Technologies such as extended reality (AR, VR, and mixed reality), machine learning, and the Internet of Things are changing industries, and universities that align with these trends can offer students a competitive edge.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The needs of freshmen are also carefully considered, with INSPIRE (Incoming Student Program for Inclusion, Retention and Excellence) as well as student support programs like EOP (Educational Opportunity Program) and EXCEL, which create strong networks of support.

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Europe and Africa strengthen research ties in mathematics 

The PIE News

There is a huge need for research expertise on mathematics in academia and business. The new cluster, CoRE-Math, will develop a collaborative PhD program to train mathematics graduates with a key aim of applying their knowledge beyond academia, prioritising innovation and technology to meet societal demands.

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