Melbourne VIC

24-26 July 2024

The 2024 IBILTA Conference will be hosted by Victoria University. The theme of the conference is:

UNIVERSITY BUILT BETTER –
THE BLOCK AND THE FUTURE OF HIGHER EDUCATION

Traditionally, university courses in Higher Education have been delivered through lectures which have been passive, often resulting in poor student engagement and attendance. Universities and Colleges are left asking themselves ‘How can university be the best experience it can be?’ In doing so, a number of Higher Education institutions have reimagined course delivery and made the bold decision to shift to a block model approach. 


Building the block requires careful planning and integration of pedagogy, whilst paying close attention to compliance and governance requirements. Academics and researchers have made and continue to make significant contributions to the design and implementation of block teaching. This IBILTA conference recognises the impact Block models have had on students and poses the questions of how we can continue to shape higher education. 

The conference theme is a broad theme but some sub-themes may include the following:

Block Opportunities and Challenges

Curriculum, Governance and Regulation

Authentic Assessment and Feedback

The Student Voice and experiences of the Block

Innovation – where to next?

Building an international community practice 

Professional learning & supporting staff

Wellbeing & Sustainability in the Block

Learning beyond the classroom: Field Trips & Experiential Learning Experiences

Effective use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the block and what does this mean for integrity?

SUBMIT AN ABSTRACT

Types of presentations:
•    Panel Presentation (30 min)
•    Workshop (45 min)
•    Plenary Presentation (20 min)
•    Poster Talk (5 min)
•    Poster Display

IBILTA will also consider abstracts from students currently studying or who have studied in the block. Submission closes Monday 5 February, 11.59pm (AEST).


CONFERENCE PRICING

$370

$440

$100

EARLY BIRD
FULL CONFERENCE

STANDARD

FULL CONFERENCE

THURSDAY CONFERENCE
DINNER & AWARDS

Offer closes 31 March 2024

Ticket prices are per person.
Full Conference ticket does not include Dinner and Awards Night; this must be purchased separately.

CONFERENCE PROGRAM

Program is subject to change.

DAY ONE
DAY TWO
DAY THREE

Wednesday 24 July

Thursday 25 July

Friday 26 July

12:30pm - 1pm

Conference Registration

8:30am - 9am

Conference Registration

8:30am - 9am

Conference Registration

1pm – 5pm

Conference Sessions

9am – 5pm

Conference Sessions

9am – 3pm

Conference Sessions

6pm

Conference Dinner & Awards

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