The programme includes two keynote presentations from Professor Nicola Dandridge (University of Bristol, formerly the OfS) on Belonging and regulation: an essential relationship, and Sunday Blake (WonkHE) and Gail Capper (Pearson) on Building Belonging in Higher Education
Across three daily 90 minute sessions, this online induction aims to support academic staff as they take on the role of senior tutor and is appropriate for those who are starting or have recently started in the role.
Come and join our celebration and launch of the Universal City platform, a unique educational partnership between The University Of Bristol and CARGO* aimed at community engagement, social cohesion and reduction of prejudice. Register here There will be a short demonstration from CARGO and light refreshments will be provided. Universal City inspires students and staff […]
A series of 3 workshops (mix and match between online or in-person) suitable for new Programme Directors or existing Programme Directors seeking a refresher.
Another chance to visit the BILT AI Playground
The first in the 2023-24 series of our popular Show, Tell and Talk series. This year, the emphasis will be on interactive discussions and light refreshments will be available at each event. The full series up to May 2024, will be available to book soon.
Register here – If you are not logged into Develop, search ‘International classrooms’ in the catalogue. In collaboration with the Centre for Academic Language Development (CALD) BILT are facilitating a workshop on teaching and learning in the international classroom The workshop will be held in Venue tbc – 12 pm to 2 pm on Friday, […]
Register here – If you are not logged into Develop, search ‘International classrooms’ in the catalogue. In collaboration with the Centre for Academic Language Development (CALD), BILT are facilitating a workshop on teaching and learning in the international classroom The workshop will be held on Zoom – 11.30 am to 1 pm on Monday, 13 […]
What are the barriers that international students face? There is a variety of research happening across the University exploring how we can improve the experience of international students and discover the common issues that arise for them. Whether this is intercultural communication, working in groups or just a feeling of not ‘fitting in’; we want to learn more about these obstacles and how they can be overcome.
Sign up for the course here This blended course has been designed for those new to teaching and/or supporting learning including: Teaching support roles – for example demonstrators, graduate teachers and associate teachers Research staff (pathway 2) with some teaching responsibilities Teaching staff (pathway 1 or 3) new to teaching at Bristol waiting to join the PGCAP or the CREATE HEA […]
Join the BILT team for a deep dive into active learning spaces. We want to hear your views and needs for different types of flat bed teaching spaces across the whole University. In particular, we want to learn what you need from technology. These focus groups will use interactive prompts to generate discussion and feedback […]
Register here This workshop, open to all staff, is an opportunity to explore the importance of diversity in learning and teaching, and increase your understanding of the groups of students you teach. The session will equip you with practical knowledge and experience in using the data tools available to help you understand the identities of […]
How do we best go about embedding inclusive assessment across a programme?
BILT has funded a project to research and develop AI-responsive assessment guidance, providing information and suggestions for including generative AI in assessments, or pivoting the focus of an assessment to inhibit AI-assisted contract cheating. Last year, BILT and the DEO conducted student-facing focus groups that will inform this project, and now we’d like to have […]
AI is here to stay and the education sector faces a choice of how to engage with it. A full understanding of the risks and opportunities – from the perspective of both teachers and learners – is essential for policy making that will maintain fairness without ignoring this important area of technological advancement.
This session will include a series of presentations and talks on decolonising and sustainability activities within schools and divisions within the University, followed by feedback and discussions.
This workshop is for those interested in, or already engaged in, applying for Advance HE’s Principal Fellowship. Advance HE’s Principal Fellowship (PFHEA) recognises substantial strategic leadership and influence in learning and teaching in higher education. It is aimed at individuals who are highly experienced and able to show a sustained record of impact on […]
Please note this is not a BILT event, please contact the organisers if you have any queries. Have you considered incorporating sustainability-related content or learning activities in your unit but haven’t had the time to look for options? Do you currently teach in a unit that includes sustainability-related topics and would like to learn […]
The Student Research Festival is a one-day event highlighting the best of student-created research. This is the fourth annual Student Research Festival at the University of Bristol. This year the theme will be ‘Conflict & Resolution.’ These terms are intended to be interpreted broadly, and we look forward to the rich diversity of multidisciplinary topics […]
Staff register here A bonus Show Tell and Talk session for May. This session will showcase some innovative educational practices that have emerged from the Bristol Futures suite of open units. The event will take place in Room 2.26, Helen Wodehouse Building, 35 Berkeley Square. Tea, coffee and biscuits available and there will time for […]