Human Connection, AI and Supporting Student Wellbeing
Artificial intelligence is fast becoming part of student learning. A recent report from the Higher Education Policy Institute explores how AI is beginning to change how universities think about teaching, assessment and academic skills. As digital tools become more integrated into academic life, the role of human connection in supporting both learning and student wellbeing […]
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Helping Students Through Exam Season
For many students, January and February can be a difficult time in the academic year, and supporting students during exam season becomes a key priority for universities. Exams often follow the winter break, when routines have been disrupted and energy levels might be lower due to seasonal changes. So when they return, students are not […]
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Second year at university: what students need, re-orientation and re-induction
In our last blog, we considered the transition to university, exploring how to connect with students before they arrive and throughout their first year. This month, we’re focussing on supporting second year students, thinking about the changes they might face, what they might find challenging, and how we can help. At Mindapples, we plan our […]
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Making Transition Work: Connecting with students before they arrive, through first year and beyond
Starting university is a big life change, and it can be a high-risk phase for mental health. Some students notice anxiety rising, difficulties with sleep and their wellbeing dipping. Effective support starts before students arrive, is woven into teaching and refreshed across the first year and beyond. This is the Mindapples approach. We run interactive, […]
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