June, 2021

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Racism: the 215 and Ethan Bear Are Connected

Grant McMillan

On May 27, 2021, I was saddened to hear about the discovery of the 215 unmarked graves of indigenous children at the site of a former residential school in Kamloops. I say to my First Nations friends, I see you. I hear you. Your life matters. Your stories matter. You matter to me.

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Study in Canada without IELTS – Exemptions, Universities

Buddy4Study

The IELTS or International English Language Testing System is an international examination which uses four distinct exam modules i.e. Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking to gauge an applicant’s linguistic ability. IELTS scores are a necessary part of the admission requirements in popular study abroad destinations like the USA, UK, Australia etc.

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The Law Of The Big Mo (Momentum) In Multifamily Real Estate

MultiFamily Insider

In multifamily real estate when an investor has built momentum, they are extremely hard to compete against. Every broker and seller wants to do business with them. In this video we discuss The Law of The Big Mo as author John C Maxwell calls it in his book The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership. Below are THE 7 KEY FACTS ABOUT MOMENTUM from John Maxwell's book: 1.

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Evolutionary and Revolutionary Trends in Higher Educationwith host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and guest Mike Goldstein | Changing Higher Ed Podcast 083

The Change Leader, Inc.

Stay up to date and informed on evolutionary and revolutionary trends in Higher Education. Don't let your college or university fall behind or go extinct. Stay up to date and informed on evolutionary and revolutionary trends in Higher Education. Don't let your college or university fall behind or go extinct.

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The latest website features to inspire and delight prospective students

Terminalfour

This week we set our team the challenge of bringing to the table the innovative website features that caught their eye this year. Here’s their round-up of functionality, widgets, design flourishes, and quirky features that will entice and delight prospective students.

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Podcast: Reflections series: Grounding exercises and academia at home

Teaching Matters Online Learning

This episode and blog post accompany our May-June ‘Hot Topic’: “Teaching and Learning during a Pandemic: Lessons and reflections from the last year” and our “EUSA Teaching Awards 2021 Podcast Series” In this episode, Rohanie, a Peer Learning Coordinator at Edinburgh University Students’ Association, sits down with Dr. Nikki Moran, a Senior Lecturer in Music at the University of Edinburgh, and two of her students, Tyler and Nicholas, to reflect on their experiences teaching and

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5 Lessons Learned

Grant McMillan

Today’s post comes from a guest: Barb Elich, Associate Registrar at the University of Regina, and is a slightly revised version of her presentation at the ARUCC conference this week. I enjoyed her comments and thought they deserved to be preserved. Here is the first half of her presentation, lightly edited to fit this context.… Read More 5 Lessons Learned.

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Resources for LGBTQIA+ Students Planning to Study Abroad

AIFS Abroad

Last Updated on June 8, 2021 by Cat Rogliano. As an LGBTQIA+ student , you likely have a lot of questions about how your identity will be received and impact your experience abroad. Questions like “What is the social attitude towards the LGBTQIA+ community in my study abroad location?” “How pride-friendly is my host university?” and “What are the laws and cultural norms regarding homosexuality and gender identity in my host country?

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Curriculum Innovation Through Higher Ed Partnershipswith host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and guest Dr. Anthony Wutoh | Changing Higher Ed Podcast 082

The Change Leader, Inc.

Learn how Howard University is staying relevant by fostering curriculum innovation through creating partnerships with top industry leaders. The Washington, D.C. institution has created collaborative efforts with Google and Amazon, among others, that are supporting the preparation of students and ensuring that Howard’s programs and courses remain at the forefront of learning.

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Virtual graduation ceremony inspiration for summer 2021

Terminalfour

Although many students across the US have been fortunate enough to pick up their degrees in person over the past few weeks, most commencement ceremonies have remained online. Can they compete in any way with celebrating on campus?

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Hybrid happened. So, what now?

Teaching Matters Online Learning

Original illustration by Shihui Shen, Edinburgh College of Art student In this post, colleagues reflect on the findings of their research into the experiences of staff members who were involved in the University’s hybrid teaching response during the pandemic. Dr Zayba Ghazali-Mohammed is a Research Fellow at the Centre for Research in Digital Education, Dr Serdar Abaci is a Lecturer in Data and Digital Literacies, and Professor Judy Robertson is Chair in Digital Learning.

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The Union Square Neighborhood

Student Housing Works

Home The Union Square Neighborhood of NYC Written by ELISSA GARAY Stitching together Downtown and Midtown Manhattan, this large, pulsating central plaza claims nearly two centuries of crossroads status within NYC, a thriving commercial, entertainment, public assembly, and transit hub set at the intersection (or “union”) of Broadway, 4th Avenue, and 14th Street.

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Masters in Australia – Benefits, Academic Format, Rankings, Requirements (Updates)

Buddy4Study

Masters in Australia – Pursuing your master’s in Australia could be a good investment in your future. Ranked 3 rd for accommodating international students, Australia is the most sought after destination for higher studies, especially for Indians who are the second most enrolled in Australian universities after Chinese (as per the Australian Bureau of Statistics).

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Alumni Interview: My Experience as an LGBTQIA+ Student Abroad

AIFS Abroad

Last Updated on June 18, 2021 by Cat Rogliano. It is normal for students who identify as being part of the LGBTQIA+ community to have questions about what their study abroad experience might be like because of this aspect of their identity. We understand it can be helpful to hear the thoughts and feelings of those who have been through the process already — such as our past participants.

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Washington Update Focuses on Funding and Policy Changeswith host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and guest Tom Netting | Changing Higher Ed Podcast 081

The Change Leader, Inc.

Higher Ed News—Washington update—U.S. policymakers continue to focus on accountability, student loan debt, and online education announcing new rounds of Negotiated Rulemaking. Congress is focusing on The Build Back Better plan, The American Rescue Plan, The American Jobs Plan, The American Family Plan. When higher education programs align with compassion for students, student persistence and graduation rates change for the better.

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Top 10 podcasts of 2021 for Higher Ed digital, marketing and recruitment teams

Terminalfour

This week we’ve delved into the world of audio content to bring to you our recommendations for podcasts to keep your team up to date and ahead of the game.

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Building an online student-staff partnership with per-session feedback: Perspectives from Medical Statistics

Teaching Matters Online Learning

Photo credit: iStock CC0 In this post, Margaret MacDougall and Sophia Wong Ching Hwai share their thoughts on implementing per-session feedback as an effective way of creating a sense of partnership between students and instructors and enhancing student engagement. Margaret MacDougall is a senior lecturer in medical statistics at the Edinburgh Medical School and Sophia Wong Ching Hwai is an undergraduate medical student and Student Representative for BMedSci in Health Sciences: Surgical Sciences

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Look ahead to 2021 health care plan changes starting July 1

CU Work-Life Balance

The benefits you selected during Open Enrollment will go into effect on July 1. Get ready for the new plan year by taking these steps. Check your enrollment. Prior to July 1, check your enrollment within the employee portal. The effective date for next year’s benefits is July 1, 2021. If you have questions about your enrollment, reach out to an Employee Services benefits professional at benefits@cu.edu.

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Study in Australia – Key benefits and advantages

Buddy4Study

Benefits of studying in Australia – The cultural diversity, clean and vast surroundings, friendly people, good standards of living, and high- quality education system have made Australia the top destination for international students. Australia is a multicultural dynamic country where students can live and learn with ease and comfort. Students graduating from Australia are able to get lucrative jobs and ready acceptance in other universities for further studies.

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The Upper East Side

Student Housing Works

Home Living in Manhattan: the Upper East Side vs. the Upper West Side Manhattan may be one island, but each and every neighborhood in New York City has its own distinct characteristics. Take, for example, the Upper East Side vs. the Upper West Side : there are significant differences between the two neighborhoods, even though both border beautiful rivers and iconic Central Park.

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How the Pandemic Changed Higher EdAccelerated Transformation One Institution at a Time

The Change Leader, Inc.

Many higher education institutions are deep into planning for the fall term, and how the pandemic changed higher ed is coming into full view. The face of higher ed is changing – and the pandemic has dramatically accelerated these changes. Enrollments for fall are down – some higher education institutions are reporting a 20% decline- […].

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Welcome to July-August’s Learning and Teaching Enhancement theme: Showcasing the Doctoral College

Teaching Matters Academic Communities

Original artwork by Rachel Collins, Edinburgh College of Art student In this post, Fiona Philippi introduces July-August’s new Learning and Teaching Enhancement theme: Showcasing the Doctoral College by situating the development and implementation of this new structure aimed at enhancing the postgraduate experience. Fiona is the Head of Doctoral Education at the Institute for Academic Development and is the co-editor of this theme.

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Embedding visual storytelling techniques into academic development videos

Teaching Matters Online Learning

Photo credit: Jakob Owens, Unsplash CC0 In this post, Joe Arton provides a useful guide on how to produce high-quality, pedagogical videos with individual laptop cameras, built-in microphones, and video conferencing software. Joe Arton is an Academic Developer and the Teaching Matters podcast producer at the Institute for Academic Development at the University of Edinburgh.

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Questions to Consider: LGBTQIA+ Abroad Edition

AIFS Abroad

Last Updated on June 7, 2022 by Cat Rogliano. There are a lot of things to think about for any student preparing to study abroad. But as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, there are some additional questions that you may want to consider as you prepare for your experience abroad. The information below includes some questions designed to help you think about where you want to study abroad, what kind of study abroad experience you want to have , how to prepare for life in a different country and

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Study in Germany after Class 12 – UG courses, admission requirements, post-study benefits

Buddy4Study

Study in Germany after 12 – Germany enjoys an excellent reputation globally as a sought-after destination to study abroad. As per the most recent data provided by the ICEF Monitor, 36.5% international students in Germany are attending a bachelor’s degree course. In addition, a report published by the DAAD or German Academic Exchange Service for 2018-2019 shows that Indian students comprise the 2 nd largest number of international students enrolled in German universities.

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Nothing About Us Without Us.

Grant McMillan

The principle, “Nothing about us without us” is an important consideration for Registrars and Student Services in higher education. But like any nice slogan, it can be reduced to lip service without actual, practical implementation. The ideals expressed in the Universities Canada statement on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are followed with a section on what… Read More Nothing About Us Without Us.

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Why Study in Germany – Universities, Admission, Tuition Fees, Post-study Work Permit and Work Opportunities

Buddy4Study

Why study in Germany – Germany is home to some of the top-rated universities in the world according to the QS World University Rankings of 2020, which take into account factors like academic and employer reputations as well as research impact. The country has 8 universities that rank amongst the top 150 institutes in the world and is a popular destination for students looking to study abroad.

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MBA in Australia – Applying MBA Programmes in Australia

Buddy4Study

MBA in Australia – Australia is one of the top study abroad destinations for international students. According to the QS world rankings, it is among the top 5 study destinations for international students who want to pursue an MBA abroad. In order to study MBA in Australia, an international applicant needs to have completed 3 or 4-year long bachelor’s degree with a minimum score of 60%.

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Residency in Europe – How to get permanent residency in Europe

Buddy4Study

France and Germany are both highly sought after destinations for higher studies by international students. France has 31 entrants in the QS World University rankings for 2020, 10 of which rank amongst the world’s top 300 while Germany has the honor of having one university ranked among the world’s best in every major city. 13 German universities are ranked among the world’s top 250 and 30 are ranked among the top 500.

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Study in Europe – Universities, Courses, Student Visa, Work Permit

Buddy4Study

Study in Europe – The Europe 2020 strategy is European Union’s agenda for growth and jobs in the current decade. This 10-year plan was initiated in 2010 and was a way to dampen the adverse effects of the economic crisis that was at its peak in 2008. Academic experts around the world are impressed because education, R & D and innovation has been given key importance in the strategy.

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Am I the only one? The value of peer support within a large class.

Teaching Matters Online Learning

Original illustration by Ying Sun, Edinburgh College of Art student In this post, David Quinn reflects on the ways that peer support can still manifest itself in large online classes. David is a Teacher in the School of Mathematics. This post is part of May-June’s ‘Hot Topic’ series: “Teaching and Learning during a Pandemic: Lessons and reflections from the last year”.

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Welcome to July-August's Learning and Teaching Enhancement theme: Showcasing the Doctoral College

Teaching Matters Academic Communities

Original artwork by Rachel Collins, Edinburgh College of Art student In this post, Fiona Philippi introduces July-August’s new Learning and Teaching Enhancement theme: Showcasing the Doctoral College by situating the development and implementation of this new structure aimed at enhancing the postgraduate experience. Fiona is the Head of Doctoral Education at the Institute for Academic Development and is the co-editor of this theme.

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Best country to study abroad – Universities, Courses, Fees, Visa Types

Buddy4Study

Best country to study abroad – a thought that passes through a lot number of Indian students who wish to pursue education abroad. Every year, approximately 7-10 lakhs of Indian students go abroad in pursuit of quality education and better career prospects. According to the data released by the Ministry of External Affairs, the most preferred foreign destination to acquire education among students is the United States.