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Team-Based Learning Symposium 2024

Supported by the European Team Based Learning Collaborative (ETBLC).

The Team-Based Learning Symposium will take place on 18-19 July 2024 at The University of Manchester.

This symposium is a premier event for academics and e-learning technologists in higher education across the globe. The symposium is supported by the European Team Based Learning Collaborative (ETBLC), and is dedicated to exploring the latest innovations, research, and best practices in team-based learning (TBL).

Join us on 18-19 July 2024 for two days of insightful presentations, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities designed to enhance your understanding and application of TBL in various educational contexts.

 

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Call for abstracts

We invite educators, researchers, and technologists to contribute to the symposium by submitting abstracts for presentations, workshops, and posters.

Exclamation mark in a circle.Deadline for abstracts extended!
Please submit by Monday 15th April.

This is a unique opportunity to share your work with an international community of peers committed to enhancing collaborative learning.

  • Submission opens: Monday, 18 March 2024.
  • Submission deadline: Monday, 15 April 2024.
  • Notification to submitters: 22 April – 24 April 2024.
  • Submits revised abstracts and bios: 24 April – 18 May 2024.
Abstracts submission form (Word)
Abstracts upload

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Keynote speakers

We are thrilled to announce our keynote speakers, Professor Larry Michaelson and Professor Judy Currey, who are distinguished leaders in the field of team-based learning.

Professor Larry Michaelson

Professor Larry Michaelson is a pioneering figure in the development of TBL. With a career spanning several decades, he has significantly contributed to the understanding and implementation of TBL in higher education.

His work focuses on creating engaging learning environments that enhance student critical thinking and teamwork skills. Professor Michaelson’s insights into effective team formation and assessment strategies have been instrumental in shaping TBL practices worldwide.

Professor Judy Currey

Professor Judy Currey is a renowned expert in TBL in the context of healthcare education. Her research has focused on how TBL can improve outcomes in nursing and medical education, fostering better teamwork, communication, and clinical reasoning among students.

Professor Currey’s innovative approaches to integrating TBL with simulation and other interactive learning technologies have garnered her international acclaim.

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Symposium highlights

  • Interactive workshops:
    Hands-on sessions designed to equip participants with the tools and techniques to implement TBL effectively in their own institutions.
  • Research presentations:
    Hear from leading researchers about their latest findings on effectiveness, challenges, and innovation in TBL.
  • Networking opportunities:
    Connect with fellow educators and technologists from around the world to share experiences, challenges, and solutions in implementing TBL.
  • Technology showcase:
    Explore the latest e-learning technologies and software that support TBL, presented by leading companies and institutions.

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Registration and accommodation

Details on how to register, accommodation options, and travel information will be available soon on our website.

Early bird registration will open shortly after the call for abstracts, offering discounted rates for early commitments.

Registration fees

  • ETBLC members and University of Manchester staff: £100
  • All others: £120

 

Registration (eventbrite)

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Getting here

The symposium will take place at The University of Manchester, located in the heart of Manchester, UK.

The University of Manchester provides a vibrant backdrop for this international gathering, with excellent facilities and a welcoming atmosphere for academic exchange.

Join us in Manchester for an engaging and enlightening experience that promises to advance the practice and understanding of team-based learning in higher education. We look forward to welcoming you to an event that will inspire innovation, foster collaboration, and promote excellence in teaching and learning across disciplines.

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Get in touch

Please contact us if you have any questions about the conference.

Email: laura.green-3@manchester.ac.uk

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