The BILD is pleased to announce this year's annual conference, Engagement in Learning with a keynote address from Bill Rammell MP -  Minister of State, Lifelong Learning, Further and Higher Education, Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills.

The programme will run from 9.30am until 4pm. There will be presentations from over 15 key professionals from the Learning and Development industry and delegates will be able to choose between at least two streams in the afternoon sessions.

Dont forget that BILD Members receive a £200 discount on the conference fees!

Background to the event and why you should attend!

Professionals in learning and development frequently highlight that engaging learners is a critical challenge they face. Engagement in Learning is the authoritative conference on engaging learners, and this unique event from the British Institute for Learning and Development features top experts and practitioners who will share their experience with you. By attending this conference you can ensure you are up-to-date with the latest innovative thought in learning, training and development including Serious Games, Coaching and support mechanisms, drama in training and the role of e-portfolios in qualifications. With an impressive line-up of speakers from organisations including the Institute of Directors, Becta, National Grid, and the University for Industry (Ufi) analysing the impact of learning and how education can support the working world, you cannot afford to miss this key learning event.

Work based learning is becoming increasingly commonplace as employers and individuals realise the benefits of plugging skills gaps with enhanced training in the workplace. Academics, skills councils, businesses and organisations providing training need to work closely together to ensure that learners have the best possible experience and actively engage in the material to gain and retain knowledge. Engagement in Learning will help you clarify the role you have to play in engaging learners and help you update your skills to take back to your organisation. With a mixture of both theory and practical examples you are guaranteed to learn how you can make an impact in your workplace and anticipate future developments in the topic.

For more information and how to book for this event, please click here!