Join host Stuart Norton PFHEA and our rotating cast of Advance HE education experts as they guide these enlightening conversations.
From academic excellence to student wellbeing, we explore the full spectrum of student success through relaxed, engaging discussions with experts from across the higher education sector.
Host Stuart Norton interviews Medr Employability Community of Practice co-chairs Bev Herring and Fay Short about a pan-Wales initiative to enhance student employability.
25 Jun 2025
Episode 8: Student Engagement
Host Stuart Norton and co-host Vic Stephenson interview Tom Lowe, Dr. David Gilani, and Inca Hide-Wright about measuring student engagement and adapting to institutional contexts.
6 Jun 2025
Episode 7: Enterprise and Entrepreneurship
Host Stuart Norton interviews Michelle Phillips, Lisa McMullan, Alison Price, and Leigh Sear about the evolving role of enterprise and entrepreneurship in higher education, covering inclusive language, student motivation, and social value creation.
24 Apr 2025
Episode 6: Internationalisation
This episode features a rich discussion on internationalising higher education with experts Professor Mark O'Hara, Professor Martha Caddell, Professor Chris Wigginton, Professor Cláudia Sarrico, Ts. Dr. Jaya Kumar Karunagharan.
The conversation explores how the concept of internationalisation has evolved from simply recruiting international students to a more comprehensive approach that includes internationalising curriculum and preparing all students for global engagement.
The experts share practical advice for educators looking to internationalise their practice, suggesting starting with small steps like virtual exchanges and international case studies while maintaining curiosity and avoiding judgment. They emphasise the importance of colleague involvement, community engagement, and celebrating successes to create a welcoming learning environment.
25 Mar 2025
Episode 5: Staff recognition, student success
In this episode of the Let's Talk About Student Success Podcast, host Stuart Norton is joined by co-host Karen Hustler and Accreditation Advisor Jo Davies from Advance HE, along with four guests from various universities: Dr. Jannie Roed from the University of Hong Kong, Dr. Tom Cunningham from Glasgow Caledonian University, Dan Cole from De Montfort University, and Professor Leti Gramaglia from the University of Warwick.
The discussion centres around the impact of professional recognition and development of staff on student success, highlighting the role of the Professional Standards Framework (PSF) in enhancing teaching practices and inclusivity. The episode also explores future predictions for higher education, including the evolving role of lecturers and the integration of new technologies like generative AI. The guests share insights from their institutions and offer practical tips for implementing effective teaching strategies.
20 Feb 2025
Episode 4: Flexible Learning
Join us this month as we explore flexible learning. Our expert panel discusses what flexible learning means, how it can enhance the student experience, and improve accessibility in higher education. We also delve into the role of technology in higher education and discuss ways to help remote students feel a sense of belonging at their institutions.
Host Stuart Norton is joined by Advance HE's Kay Hack, as well as Lydia Arnold, Associate Pro Vice-Chancellor, Harper Adams University, Stella Jones-Devitt, Professor of Critical Pedagogy, independent HE practitioner and Visiting Professor at Leeds Beckett University, David Santandreu Calonge, Head, Educational Program Development, Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence and Natalia Calle Alva, a student studying flexibly across Universidad del Pacifico and the University of London.
23 Jan 2025
Episode 3: Assessment and Feedback
This month our host, Stuart Norton, is joined by co-host Vic Stephenson and a wonderful panel of guests to talk about all things assessment and feedback. Two essential elements of higher education that all students encounter within their experience.
Our line-up of guests include:
* Professor Naomi Winstone, Director, Surrey Institute of Education, University of Surrey
* Dr Miri Firth, Senior Lecturer, Academic Lead for Assessments, The University of Manchester
* Dr Lauren Woodlands, Senior Lecturer, QUT
During the episode, guests provide thoughts on:
* Why good assessment and feedback is essential for student success
* The purpose of assessment and feedback
* Why flexibility and optionality are essential
* Key takeaways for those working on assessments and providing feedback
And of course we have our usual #EduBiscuit chat!
Find out more: https://advance-he.ac.uk/teaching-and-learning/lets-talk-about-student-success-podcast
23 Dec 2024
Episode 2: Education for Sustainable Development
In Episode 2, Stuart is joined by Advance HE's Lead Consultant, Education Kay Hack, masters student and climate campaigner Josh Tregale, Anil Khamis from Aga Khan University and Daniella Tilbury from St Catherine's College Cambridge to discuss Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in the context of student success.
They touch on the meaning of ESD, the ever growing adoption of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, skills that students will require in the employment market now and into the future and give us their one top tip for embedding ESD into teaching practice and wider university strategies.
19 Nov 2024
Episode 1: Access, Retention, Mattering and Belonging
Our first episode dives into a topic that affects every student on campus, access, retention, mattering and belonging.
Stuart is joined by Juliette Morgan, Senior Consultant at Advance HE, Dr Hannagh McGinley, Assistant Professor in Education at Mary Immaculate College, Professor Kate Strudwick, Professor of Student Engagement/Dean of Teaching and Learning at University of Lincoln, Lynette Carver, Head of Education and Student Experience at University of Nottingham, and Alex Tansell, Education and Student Experience Manager at University of Nottingham.
We capture insights into the challenges faced and the excellent work taking place within institutions.
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