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Retaining students and learning in lockdown: a student perspective
With record numbers of students starting courses at UK universities this autumn, Vice Chancellors are reportedly concerned that many may not last the year, with specific worries related to students adapting to independent online learning, according to a recent article in the Guardian. What's the ...
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10 tips on how to write a great CV
Here are some points to ensure your CV gets past the robotic gatekeepers and gets the right kind of attention from the right people. Whether you are...
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How to lay the foundation for a great CV
Whether you've just finished secondary school or whether you're completing your tertiary education, you know your future is in your hands. You also...
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Meet our Student Advisory Group - The Studiosity Circle
If you're familiar with the Studiosity mission, you'll know that we are focused on increasing life chances for individual students, to lead to...
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Citation Assist - how early, personal support can help avoid unintentional plagiarism
How early, personal support can help avoid unintentional plagiarism, reduce avoidable investigations, and improve student satisfaction, through scalable technology combined with hu…
UK student helpseeking: remote student support and academic skills in the curriculum
Professor Jonathan Powles of the University of the West of Scotland shares insights into supporting students remotely.
How do you engage students who aren't seeking help?
Professor Holness describes in detail Roehampton's best practice approach for integrating formative feedback into assessment, and integrating support into the student experience. P…
UK student helpseeking: the student perspective
Lauren Edwards, student union president at Plymouth Marjon University, shares her own experiences of seeking study help during the COVID crisis.
The role of the university in modern society, Prof Jonathan Powles
Prof Jonathan Powles reflects on the role of universities in modern society, his own academic career path, plus sterling advice for those starting out.
UK student helpseeking 2019 vs 2020: what will be COVID-19’s impact upon study support this year and beyond?
Professor Cliff Allan was joined by Professor Liz Thomas who shared her recent research reports into the impact of Studiosity on the student experience, confidence, wellbeing, acce…
This new 2020 law will change the way you study
Starting September, it will be illegal for providers to help students cheat and there are consequences for students too. Jack Goodman read the whole legislation, and here are his t…
A conversation with Professor Cliff Allan
Professor Cliff Allan talks about what inspired him to enter the academic world and the importance of universities in modern society.
Building confidence and maintaining motivation: the student perspective
UK student Ben Phillips-Farmer tells us about the learning support that increased his confidence in his academic skills and what kept him motivated.