Promoting Student Engagement through Gamified Active Learning, 18 June 2026 [in person]

18 June 2026, 1.30pm - 3:30 [in person]

Aims of the workshop:

Introduce the idea of gamification and use of tactile pedagogies as a form of student engagement.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to

• • Define and explain the key concepts and benefits of gamified learning and tactile teaching methods.
  • Recognise and select appropriate gamification strategies that can be integrated into their specific teaching contexts to increase student engagement.
  • Incorporate these innovative teaching techniques into existing curricula to create more dynamic and interactive learning experiences.
  • Create a classroom atmosphere that encourages active participation, collaboration, and a positive learning experience through the use of gamification and tactile activities.

Who should attend

Early and mid career UCL staff; any UCL staff who teach; 

If you have any trouble accessing Learn Upon to sign-up for the workshop, email Moira Pagenelli at m.paganelli@ucl.ac.uk