Read our blog to discover views of the Kortext team on the latest news and developments within the higher education industry. You’ll find interesting articles from our CEO, marketing team and insights from industry experts.
December 16, 2020
After emerging from a second national lockdown into a tiered system, we are looking towards a festive season like no other. For five days we will be able to make a ‘Christmas bubble’ with family and friends for an unusual Christmas to end a very unusual year. This year, we’ve all had to adapt to
December 14, 2020
This year has witnessed a rapid evolution in teaching and learning with a number of pre-existing digital trends in higher education being accelerated and immediately adopted. Due to the pandemic, blended and online learning has become the strategic priority for universities worldwide, but this shift away from face-to-face teaching has created challenges for libraries, academics,
October 16, 2020
This October marks the 30th anniversary of Black History Month in the UK in what has been a pivotal year for the global #BlackLivesMatter movement. As an ally to the black community, here at Kortext we are celebrating black stories and achievements by compiling a booklist of fiction by black writers and historical stories from
October 12, 2020
EdTech (Educational Technology) is a booming industry. It brings together technology and academic practices to enhance learning. The Covid-19 pandemic has massively accelerated growth, and EdTech is now one of the fastest-growing sectors in Europe. EdTech companies are helping schools and universities to deliver online learning across the globe. The sector is becoming increasingly valuable
October 6, 2020
Whether you’re writing your first university essay or just want some pointers and tips, as a recent graduate I thought I’d share the most efficient method I came up with to write a great essay. In a nutshell, organisation is your friend! Make an essay plan The first step to writing a great essay is
September 21, 2020
Nervous about starting university in a global pandemic? We’ve all had to adapt to the current situation but here are some tips on how to make the most out of your time with the majority of learning having shifted to online. 1. Organisation “Whether you like to make handwritten notes or type them up, be
