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Cork Institute of Technology (CIT) student Róisín Ormond refused to let her hearing impairment stand in the way of higher education study. I am currently in my second year studying biomedical engineering; it’s a very challenging course but I’m enjoying it. I’ve always had an interest in maths and helping other people, by combining the […]
29 September 2018
Discussion Paper — September 2018 It is a decade since the last major review of the role that equity plays in Australian higher education was undertaken, the Bradley Review of Higher Education, and over 30 years since the core framework for equity was first defined in the 1990 White Paper A Fair Chance for All. […]
17 September 2018
The NCSEHE sought contributions from stakeholders in preparation of a strategic long-term vision for student equity in Australian higher education. A core element of the Student Equity 2030 project is a discussion paper, Student Equity 2030, which aims to outline the key concepts, challenges and contradictions associated with achieving student equity in higher education, and point out possible options for […]
14 September 2018
Development of National Guidelines in Australia for Improving Student Outcomes in Online Education #USQSalon Dr Cathy Stone — The University of Newcastle and the NCSEHE During 2016 an Australian research project was conducted under the sponsorship of the NCSEHE, with the aim of improving student retention and academic success in online education. The study sought the combined wisdom […]
10 September 2018
This month’s Equity Insights eNews brings you essential information on how to submit your response to the Student Equity 2030 Discussion Paper; the latest news on 2018 World Access to Higher Education Day; the 34th National SPERA Conference; a new Student Voice feature and much more… Featured in this issue: Expressions of interest for World […]
7 September 2018
The NCSEHE seeks contributions in preparation of a strategic long-term vision for student equity in Australian higher education. It is a decade since the last major review of the role that equity plays in Australian higher education was undertaken, the Bradley Review of Higher Education, and over 30 years since the core framework for equity […]
5 September 2018
Tas Tech 2018: The Tasmanian forum showcasing assistive technology solutions for education and employment. In our digital age, technology is increasingly opening up exciting opportunities for people with disability to successfully participate in study and work. The TAS TECH 2018 forum is playing host to some of Australia’s leading experts in inclusive technology. The events […]
5 September 2018
Ako Victoria is a one-day learning and teaching event in Wellington. It’s hosted twice a year by Victoria’s Centre for Academic Development. Ako Victoria events bring University staff together to talk about learning and teaching, and celebrate successes in the field. They also give staff the opportunity to: meet with other academics, managers and support […]
5 September 2018
Written by Bridgette Bewick (University of Leeds) and Helen Stallman (University of South Australia). Originally published on The Conversation. 30 August 2018 The number of first year students arriving at university who report a mental health condition is now five times what it was ten years ago. There’s also been a trebling in the number of students dropping out […]
3 September 2018
The University of New England (UNE) Peer Learning Program, established in 2015, builds on the previous science Peer Assisted Study Sessions Program (HEPPP 2012–14). It offers a suite of student-led individual and group learning opportunities for all students. Peer learning is a robust, powerful method of learning; it is not a single undifferentiated educational strategy. To capture […]
29 August 2018