The Association for Learning Technology (ALT) is excited to be hosting the ALT Annual Conference in Manchester from 3 - 5 September 2024. This unmissable event marks a significant milestone for the conference and its participants, as it is the very first ALT event offering formal CPD accreditation.
Date: Tuesday 3 September 2024 - Thursday 5 September 2024
Location: Radisson Blu Manchester Airport Hotel, Manchester, UK and Online
This year, the conference is Co-Chaired by Diane Bennett, Teaching and Learning Manager (Distance Learning) at The University of Manchester, and Scott Farrow, Head of Digital Learning at Edge Hill University.
Promising to be a dynamic and enriching experience, the ALTC24 Programme features three keynotes, and over 100 sessions including interactive workshops, research papers and thought-provoking discussions on the latest trends and advancements in educational technology. As well as first-class learning opportunities, ALTC24 offers a wealth of opportunities for delegates to connect with peers;
- After the sessions close on Tuesday, delegates can head to the exhibition area for a soft drink or a glass of wine. A perfect time to unwind and reflect on what they’ve learned during the day.
- On Wednesday, ALT will announce the winners of the ALT Awards 2024 at the conference Gala Dinner. This is a ticketed event included in the 3-day conference pass. Gala Dinner tickets can be purchased here.
- Throughout the conference, delegates can connect with industry leaders and engage with Exhibitors in our fully booked Exhibition space. We are excited to have an exciting array of sponsors and exhibitors at this year’s event including our headline sponsor, Anthology.
- NEW FOR 2024! The Thursday Night Show (TTNS) is partnering with ALT to provide a full parallel track of conference radio programming.
NEW CEO, Susan Martin, shares her excitement for her first Annual Conference, commenting, “I’m very much looking forward to meeting ALT members in person at the forthcoming Annual Conference. The conference is a great opportunity to connect with a range of colleagues and hear about developments in the world of learning technology, with this year’s theme of ‘Doing, reflecting, improving, collaborating’ sitting at the heart of education and training practice.“
Registration for the ALT Annual Conference 2024 is closing soon, this year we are offering both in-person registration and online registration options. Please register by 26 August if you are planning on attending in person. We look forward to welcoming you to this exciting event!
Notes for Editors
Leading the Way in Learning Technology
The Association for Learning Technology is the leading professional body for Learning Technology in the UK. Supporting a collaborative community for individuals and organisations from all sectors including Further and Higher Education and industry and providing professional recognition and development. Membership is open to all with a professional interest in using digital technologies for learning, teaching and assessment.
ALT's Annual Conference is one of the UK's largest conferences for learning technology and digital education professionals. Held over three days, the conference provides a valuable and practical forum for practitioners, researchers, managers and policy-makers from education and industry to solve problems, explore, reflect, influence and learn.
- ALT has 3,500 Members across education sectors in the UK and internationally.
- If you are writing about, blogging or sharing images and videos about the conference using tools that support tagging, please use the tag #ALTC24.
- The headline sponsor for ALTC24 is Anthology.
- More information about the conference: https://altc.alt.ac.uk/2024
- ALT is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation and Registered Charity in the UK, number: 1160039
- Association for Learning Technology, Tel: +44 (0)1865 819 009 URL: www.alt.ac.uk
- Events Manager, Katie Johnson, E: eventmanager@alt.ac.uk
- Social Media: @A_L_T on X, Association for Learning Technology on Linkedin, A_L_T@mastodon.social on Mastodon, @ALTacuk on YouTube, @altuk.bsky.social on Bluesky