Author
Nicky King
Nicky King is Associate Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Education, Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy at the University of Exeter
5 pieces
Newest first, since March 2021
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Lessons from innovating in our student support model
Nicky King and Jess Johnson have led system-wide change in student support – here they reflect on what it takes to make transformation work
With Jess Johnson
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It’s time to reimagine the gap
Closing grading gaps means being honest about the entirety of the problem and understanding all the data we have, argues Nicky King
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Interdisciplinarity needs commitment, integration, and accreditation
Nicky King explains how institutions can successfully embed interdisciplinary study to equip students with the skills they need to enact change.
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Narrowing of awarding gaps is down to changes to assessment practice, not no detriment
New analysis from the University of Exeter suggests that shrinking awarding gaps can’t be attributed to “no detriment” policies in 2020. Nicky King calls for more nuance in understanding of degree outcomes
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University admissions needs to shake off the tyranny of A levels
A levels were designed as pre-entry qualifications for university. They’re no longer working, argues Nicky King.