2026 Symposium Program

A Collaborative Space for Learning and Connection

This in-person Symposium will bring together educators, researchers, schools and partners to share ideas, reflect on research and practice, and strengthen connections across the Learning Lab community. Through a diversity of perspectives and experiences, the day will create opportunities to learn from one another, build new collaborations and consider priorities for the future.

Travelling to join us? Why not take advantage of our discounted accommodation partner, Essence Suites Taringa?

15% discount for stays on 22, 23 and 24 November 2026. Valid for bookings made between 27 April and 18 September 2025. Use code learninglab to access the special rate

Essence Suites website

8:00 am

Registration on level 2 of the Hawken Engineering Building (Map)

8:30 am

Opening session, 5-year anniversary reflection, short stories and opening keynote

9:30 am

Interactive Group Activity

Ideas Lab


10:30 am

Enjoy a catered morning tea in the Atrium

 


11:00 am

Partner Schools Program: Research in Practice

Choose from three concurrent streams.

  • Stream 1
  • Stream 2
  • Stream 3

12:30 pm

Poster Session


1:00 pm

Enjoy a catered lunch in the Atrium

 


2:00 pm

Expert Panel Session - The future of the Science of Learning

More information coming soon.


3:00 pm

Guest Speaker
Sonia Gurrera (UNESCO)


3:45 pm

Closing Remarks & Reflection

The next five years


4:00 pm

Networking

Enjoy an opportunity to connect with fellow educators, researchers, schools and partners, sharing insights and building collaborations sparked by the day’s discussions.

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