Publish at August 26 2025 Updated August 26 2025
A comparison of activities in front of screens versus activities in nature shows the consequences.
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When pedagogy is based on competition
Competition doesn't mix well with pedagogy. They undermine the pleasure of learning, make participants forget their educational objectives and can damage their self-image. And yet, large-scale educational activities in the technical, automotive or robotics fields are based on competition between national and international teams. How can we explain the motivation and pedagogical interest generated by these tournaments?
Presenting a Thesis in Three Minutes
Research is fascinating; it’s rooted in reality; it’s often tied to a personal journey; and, above all, we can all understand what’s at stake. At least, that’s what the students participating in the “My Thesis in 180 Seconds” competition seem to be telling us. And to convince us, they use a whole range of communication techniques.
Zoom fatigue and virtual meetings: management mode
The suggested behaviors to prevent Zoom fatigue are simple and apparently effective.
Worn out perhaps, but not obsolete at 65
Even when we're worn out, we can still be appreciated and, above all, not at all obsolete. Retirement brings changes in status, relationships and activities, with all the uncertainties and doubts about our ability to cope. While we can't do much about wear and tear, we can fortunately intervene successfully against obsolescence, which has nothing to do with age.
Offer remote practical work (PW)
It may seem 'normal' that practical work should only be carried out in a laboratory, but is this systematic organization always justified? Some students have already taken the plunge and set up approaches that enable them to work remotely. Find out to what extent, and under what conditions, remote practical work can be envisaged. Here are a few examples of what's been done.
