How can we design learning experiences that make failure not a setback, but a catalyst for deeper understanding? That was the central question at a recent event hosted by Imperial’s Educational Development Unit where Professor Manu Kapur shared his research on productive failure — and challenged the Imperial audience to rethink what it means to learn well. (more…)
OverviewOn Friday 12th September 2025, around 60 people ranging from architects and learning space researchers to educators and students, gathered for the inaugural Imperial Learning Space Symposium (ILSS). The theme was Designing, developing and delivering sustainable university environments. (more…)
We are thrilled to congratulate the 2025 cohort of the Supporting Learning and Teaching Pathway (SLTP) on successfully completing the programme!
SLTP is one of Imperial’s Foundations in Teaching pathways, specifically designed for staff who play a vital role in supporting student learning but who may not be part of the full-time academic teaching staff. From librarians and technicians to part-time lecturers, learning support staff, and technical specialists, SLTP brings together a diverse and dynamic group of professionals who all contribute meaningfully to the student learning experience. We want to thank this year’s cohort for their reflections and participation! (more…)
On Tuesday 3 June 2025, we had the pleasure of celebrating a very special group of graduates—the 2023–24 cohort of the Master’s in Education (MEd) in University Learning and Teaching at Imperial College London. (more…)
A growing community of practice
Each year, as the Imperial Festival of Learning and Teaching (FOLAT) grows, we welcome more colleagues from across faculties to come together, connect, and share their experiences. The Festival serves as a vibrant meeting point—where educational practice, innovation, and community spirit come together to shape the future of learning and teaching at Imperial. (more…)
In December 2024, the Society for Research in Higher Education (SRHE) ran its annual international conference bringing together higher education (HE) researchers and scholars from all around the world. For a while, I have known SRHE to be a longstanding learned society concerned with all matters HE, and one that has been consistently promoting methodological rigour of HE scholarship and research, and the advancement of knowledge on the sector from a worldwide perspective. The 2024 iteration of their annual conference however, was my first experience of coming together with delegates from all over the world to discuss topical, and at times contentious topics currently at the HE thematology forefront. (more…)
By Dr Camille Kandiko Howson, Centre for Higher Education Research and Scholarship
On 25th July 2024, Imperial’s Centre for Higher Education Research and Scholarship hosted a joint Perspectives in Education lecture and a book launch. Belonging and Identity in STEM Higher Education (UCL Press) was edited by Professors Camille Kandiko Howson and Martyn Kingsbury. The book features contributions from several Imperial staff as well as from scholars around the world.
By Lauren Shields, PhD Student in the Centre for Higher Education Research and Scholarship
On Monday 10th June 2024, over 20 PhD and Early Career Researchers from across all four Imperial faculties met in a first-of-its-kind networking event. As a PhD social scientist in a STEMMB institution, it can be hard to find other researchers conducting similar research to you. We are often either isolated in departments or are lacking targeted training or collaboration sessions with others in the same institution. I wanted to host an event that would bring these researchers together, to form connections and learn from each other, as well as celebrate the hugely important offerings that social science can bring to physical science. (more…)
By Dr Iro Ntonia, Centre for Higher Education Research and Scholarship
Inclusivity in teaching and learning within the HE context is a nuanced and layered concept. It is commonplace for HEIs to rely on toolkits and recommendation checklists, however oftentimes the true meaning of inclusive practice, and the complexities of implementing an authentically inclusive and equitable approach are often lost in translation from checklist to practice. In a research project led by Katie Stripe (Senior Learning Designer, Education Office), we reflected on our own practice and explored alongside practitioners what the perceived barriers for implementing an inclusive teaching and learning approach may be. We recently published our findings in the Journal of Learning Development in Higher Education (DOI: https://doi.org/10.47408/jldhe.vi28.1034 ) and are currently exploring avenues for disseminating our conclusions. (more…)
We are excited to share the highlights of our inspiring and enjoyable, presentation and prize-giving event where we showcased the outstanding work of our students and celebrated their academic achievements. For those who missed the event or wish to relive the moment, we’re pleased to announce that the recording is available on Panopto.