Harvard VPAL Events: Building Community through Learning and Innovation
- The Office of the Vice Provost for Advances in Learning (VPAL) organizes various events throughout the year.
- HILT Affinity Group Events: These events welcome Harvard community members interested in shared teaching and learning goals.
- HILT Annual Conference: This conference promotes discussion about teaching and learning innovation.
The Office of the Vice Provost for Advances in Learning (VPAL) organizes various events throughout the year. These events aim to connect members of the Harvard community and enhance available resources. Some events fall under the Harvard Initiative for Learning and Teaching (HILT).
Recurring Events Include:
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HILT Affinity Group Events: These events welcome Harvard community members interested in shared teaching and learning goals. Topics cover Learning Design, Learning Spaces, Learning Data & Analytics, and Research-Informed Teaching and Learning.
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HILT Annual Conference: This conference promotes discussion about teaching and learning innovation. It aims to:
- Foster dialogue between Harvard campuses on educational innovation.
- Provide examples of experimental methods and research to assist faculty in improving their teaching.
- Expand the network of scholars, instructors, leaders, and students committed to enhancing educational practices.
- Signature Events: Launched in April 2020, these virtual events provide social opportunities for the Harvard community during the COVID-19 pandemic. They cover a wide range of relevant topics and often collaborate with the Harvard Alumni Association.
VPAL’s events encourage collaboration, innovate teaching practices, and foster a connected Harvard community.