A case for bringing ethics of friendship and care to academic researchFriendship adds ethical and emotional dimensions that can make research equitable, sensitive, responsive and consequential to local communities, writes Noam Schimmel, based on his experiences in Rwanda Noam SchimmelUniversity of California, Berkeley
Why students and faculty alike need mental health first-aid training Basic knowledge and skills could empower university communities to promote and destigmatise mental health issues and empower individuals to recognise risks and seek assistance, writes Noam Schimmel Noam SchimmelUniversity of California, Berkeley
Using photography as a teaching tool in human rights and international affairsPhotography is a powerful way to bring topics to life and enhance students’ understanding of different perspectives and representations of world events and people, as Noam Schimmel explainsNoam SchimmelUniversity of California, Berkeley
How to use journalism and current affairs to support your teachingNoam Schimmel explains how to use news articles, video and obituaries to teach complex subjects such as human rightsNoam SchimmelUniversity of California, Berkeley
Using films to encourage reflection and critical thinking in your teaching Noam Schimmel shares advice on how to leverage the pedagogical and emotive power of films to support your teachingNoam SchimmelUniversity of California, Berkeley