By opting for a 'sector not postcode' approach, Andrew Witty suggests a different path for universities to boost economic growth than his predecessors, says Andy Westwood
The sale of the London-based startup to the publishing giant has prompted strong reactions from the academic community – is the partnership good or bad news for open access research?
Moocs offer a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create a truly European university, says Alex Katsomitros – and might be the only means of survival for smaller universities
Does technological innovation have to come from within the sector? Claire Shaw hears from the current wave of edutech players with their roots firmly in higher education
Taking the interdisciplinary path is not easy, but universities can boost interaction between researchers and departments through social spaces that foster collegiality, says Elizabeth Dzeng
Is the traditional lecture model still sustainable? Join our #HElivechat 15 March 12-2pm GMT to discuss alternative teaching models and techniques in a changing landscape
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