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Generative artificial intelligence and higher education: A double-edged sword

Artificial intelligence in educational research and practice

The rise of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools has sparked significant debate within the academic community (for a systematic mapping review see Yusuf et al., 2024). These...

Higher-order versus lower-order thinking skills: How much does the hierarchy matter?

Bloom’s Taxonomy categorises educational objectives and provides a structured framework for teaching and assessing. Anderson and colleagues (2001) Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy (RBT) introduced two...

Enabling a research-informed approach to mentoring beginner teachers

The practice of mentoring beginner teachers needs to be underpinned by a ‘deep understanding of the curriculum, the relevant research base which informs it and their role in supporting its...

The perceptions and challenges of East Asian students in UK higher education

Over the past two decades, the total enrolments in UK higher education (HE) from China, Hong Kong, Japan and other East Asian countries have risen from fewer than 100,000 in 2002/03 to a record...

The role of ChatGPT Edu in higher education: Five key lessons for educators

Artificial intelligence in educational research and practice

The rise of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools such as ChatGPT has generated significant discourse within the educational sector (Ng et al., 2024). Initially met with apprehension...

Empowering nature and climate literacy: The role of educators in a changing world

BERA Conference 2024 and WERA Focal Meeting

Nature and climate literacy In our rapidly changing world, education is essential for equipping the next generation to address critical issues like climate change and the nature crisis. Educators...

The possibilities of STEAM education

Improving skills in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) is important in preparing the future workforce for a strong economy that benefits society; no country wants to be left behind...

‘Black-led protests’ and ‘white-led riots’: How might these public actions steer the review of the national curriculum for schools and pupils in England?

BERA Conference 2024 and WERA Focal Meeting

This blog post provides a brief consideration of ‘Black-led protests’ in comparison to ‘white-led riots’, and their possible powers of influence for reforming educational...

Research Ethics Case Studies 2024: Classroom observation for ‘insider’ teacher-researchers

Research Ethics Case Studies 2024

This case study examines some of the ethical issues involved in ‘insider’ research. It highlights the importance of thinking through and anticipating potential conflicts of interest when...

Maximising mathematics achievement with less homework time: The role of self-regulated learning motivational components

BERA Conference 2024 and WERA Focal Meeting

The existing research and proposal questions Homework is a self-regulated learning (SRL) activity that constitutes a large proportion of learning time. In mathematics education, studies have...

Is respectful relationships education the answer to ending violence against women and girls?

BERA Conference 2024 and WERA Focal Meeting

In recent years, Australian and British governments have given renewed attention to developing policies that address gender inequality, particularly violence against women and girls (VAWG)....

Future-ready business schools: Harnessing simulation games for assessment and a global working environment

This blog post aims to illustrate how business schools can use simulation games as an assessment tool to provide authentic real-world situations. In essence, simulations and games replicate...