“Active learning engages students in the process of learning through activities and/or discussion in class, as opposed to passively listening to an expert. It emphasizes higher-order thinking and often involves group work” (Freeman et al., 2014). Research also demonstrates that active learning can allow students to take agency in their own learning (Harris et al, […]
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.
Register for this year’s BILT conference Wednesday 25th June 2025 – all day event. In-person, Victoria Rooms. You can register for an all day ticket (includes lunch) or morning/afternoon only […]
This blended course has been designed for those new to teaching/and or supporting learning including: Teaching staff (academic pathway 1 or 3) Staff new to teaching at Bristol waiting to join the PGCAP or the CREATE HEA […]
Please note, this is NOT a BILT organised event. Please contact IT Services with any questions.. Do you use teaching spaces for teaching or events? The Audio-Visual Team are running a […]
On Thursday 11 September we are partially ‘mocking up’ the Temple Quarter teaching in the round space in the Wills Memorial Building Great Hall. Come and see what this new and […]
Staff register here Students register here Embedding effective and inclusive active learning into teaching and curriculum design, which engages, motivates and supports all students in their learning is an […]
The Universities of Oregon and California Riverside have been enjoying their teaching in the round spaces for many years. Oregon has 3 round teaching spaces, with capacities of approximately 175, […]
The Bristol Institute for Learning and Teaching (BILT) warmly invites all PGR supervisors to our annual PGR Supervisor Symposium, focusing on effective supervision practices, innovation, and collaboration. Date: Thursday 15 […]
Staff register here Students register here Generative AI is reshaping how knowledge is created, shared, and applied — and with it, how we understand originality, authorship, and critical thinking. It […]
REGISTER HERE Tue 11th February 2026, 1.30 pm – 3 pm Victoria Rooms G27 Recital room Join experienced performer/facilitators from Bristol Improv Theatre for an interactive Plenary workshop. We’ll introduce […]
REGISTER HERE Wednesday 11 February 2026 3:30 pm – 5 pm Room 2.23, Howard House Effective and inclusive teaching – both in the round and in active learning spaces – […]
This workshop has been developed in collaboration between BILT and the Centre for Academic Language Development. We will explore the challenges and opportunities in our learning, teaching and assessment encounters in with international […]
The event is a collaboration between BILT and DEO to illustrate more of the opportunities to enhance feedback experiences for all. There are two separate events following on from each […]
Register interest: Complete this short form to receive a calendar invite. Hosted by the Community Engaged Learning Forum (CELF), attendees at this event will co-design a critical reflection resource […]
STAFF REGISTER HERE STUDENTS REGISTER HERE On Monday 20 April we are partially ‘mocking up’ the Temple Quarter teaching in the round space in the Wills Memorial Building Reception Room. […]
Please note, this is not a BILT organised event A keynote and panel on how culture, history and media can reshape how we respond to the climate crisis. We will […]
Everyone is welcome to register for this event, but in the unlikely event we reach capacity, priority will be given to those teaching at TQEC. Register here The above link […]
Staff register here Inclusive or ‘designed for all’ assessment aims to enable all students, whatever their characteristics or background to engage in and demonstrate their learning. The university’s assessment strategy […]
How can your School champion the scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL) and pedagogic research? How can SoTL help you enhance student learning, outcomes, and satisfaction? And how can you empower colleagues […]