Teaching courses prove a struggle

Article Abstract:

Many junior academics are struggling to complete extensive workloads demanded by courses which aim to improve teaching skills, according to a report by the Higher Education Academy (HEA). The HEA accredited programmes have been running for 15 years.

Personnel administration, Labor relations, Work environment, Scholars, Working conditions

---

'Obsolete' networks pose handicap for academic research, warns report

Article Abstract:

Almost one third of UK universities have computer networks which are so old that consultants have labelled them 'obsolete'. Consultants have found computers up to 15 years out of date and old cabling which prevent high-speed internet access.

Product standards, safety, & recalls, Facilities & equipment, Standards, Computer networks, Usage, Evaluation, Equipment and supplies, Information networks

---

Similar abstracts:

• Abstracts: Security kits for all as threats 'increase'. Crumbling campuses face [pounds sterling]5bn repair bill. Guide steers campuses through moral mazes
• Abstracts: Lecturers strike to keep union. Harvard lifts teaching rewards and status. Thrifty US dreams up 4-day week
• Abstracts: Young Academic Author of the Year. Lifetime Achievement Award. Young academic author of the year
• Abstracts: Burning up with lost soles to pay off the debt of still being alive. Research Project of the Year
• Abstracts: Higher Education Institution of the Year. Faculties go grey as young shun maths and education

This website is not affiliated with document authors or copyright owners. This page is provided for informational purposes only. Unintentional errors are possible.