The average amount of time spent on social media each day worldwide, according to the latest data, is set to hit 147 minutes, or two hours and 27 minutes in 2022. So… how can libraries and their teams leverage some of this time to ensure their libraries remain visible in their communities? Libraries are integral to
Helen Rimmer left a successful career in university librarianship recently to develop her own business as a kindness and well-being coach and trainer. We spoke to Helen about changing career and creating kinder workplaces. Can you tell us about your career change – from library director to ‘The Kind Brave Leader’? I’ve always tried to
A digital divide in students’ use of generative AI tools may be emerging, according to new research by HEPI and UCAS. In this blog we delve into the survey findings, highlighting the importance of equitable access to AI in education and suggesting practical approaches to bridge the gap. Students’ use of AI The use of
What does the future hold for higher education in 2024? We asked five sector leaders to share their thoughts on key trends for the year ahead. 1. Artificial intelligence Authenticity of information will become an overriding concern in 2024, according to Sir Tim O’Shea, former Principal of the University of Edinburgh. “Who actually produced the
Are you a fan of eBooks? Or perhaps print books hold a special place in your heart? We understand, but eBooks are revolutionising the way students learn. Read an eBook Day is the perfect occasion to embrace the wonders of digital reading. Let’s explore how eBooks can help you to study smarter! Convenient There’s no
On 6th July, we held our summer webinar based on Journey to a Million. UCAS predicts that there could be up to a million higher education applicants in a single year by 2030, an increase of a third on today’s figures. This increase is likely to impact all aspects of university life, but we focused
