Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning CETL - ULAB

18/08/2026

Are your learning objectives asking students to remember, or to create? Bloom's Taxonomy remains one of the most powerful tools in a faculty member's toolkit, helping translate course goals into clear, measurable outcomes across six levels of cognitive complexity. This accessible overview shows how to put it into practice. 🔗 Learn more: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4511057/

16/08/2026

Dreaming of a Master's degree in Germany? This could be your pathway. 🇩🇪

The DAAD Study Scholarship for Master's Studies is open to graduates from all academic disciplines who want to pursue a full postgraduate degree — or a year of study — at a German university. The package includes a monthly stipend of €992, health and insurance coverage, a travel allowance, an annual study allowance of €460, and optional German language course support before and during your stay. Scholarships run for 10 to 24 months, with funding set to begin in 2026. Applications open in June — so now is the time to start preparing!

🔗 Learn more & apply: https://www2.daad.de/deutschland/stipendium/datenbank/en/21148-scholarship-database/?detail=50026200

11/08/2026

Most courses are designed forward, starting with content and working toward goals. Backward Design flips this entirely. Start with what you want students to understand, then build the assessments and activities that get them there. This peer-reviewed guide shows how the UbD framework brings coherence and purpose to course design across any discipline.
🔗 Learn more:
https://www.lifescied.org/doi/10.1187/cbe.07-03-0012

04/08/2026

সমাপনী সেশনে উচ্চশিক্ষায় গবেষণায় কৃত্রিম বুদ্ধিমত্তার রূপান্তরমূলক ভূমিকা নিয়ে আলোচনা করা হয়েছে। অধ্যাপক ড. নাফিস মনসুর দেখান, কীভাবে গবেষণার বিভিন্ন ধাপে এআই একটি কার্যকর রিসার্চ কো-পাইলট হিসেবে কাজ করতে পারে।

গবেষণায় কৃত্রিম বুদ্ধিমত্তার ব্যবহারের কথা উল্লেখ করে তিনি বলেন, ‘কৃত্রিম বুদ্ধিমত্তা গবেষণাকে গণতান্ত্রিক করেছে। এখন প্রত্যেকেরই একটি গবেষণা সহকারী থাকতে পারে।’

ইউনিভার্সিটি অব লিবারেল আর্টস বাংলাদেশে (ইউল্যাব) আয়োজিত উচ্চশিক্ষায় কৃত্রিম বুদ্ধিমত্তাভিত্তিক শিক্ষাদান ব.....

04/08/2026

Through demonstrations and interactive discussions, the session highlighted strategies for integrating AI responsibly into research workflows while upholding academic integrity and critical thinking.

The Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning in collaboration with the Office of Faculty Research at the University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh has recently concluded its four-day faculty development training on AI in teaching at ULAB in Dhaka.

04/08/2026

The session explored the transformative role of AI in academic research, with Professor Mansoor demonstrating how the technology can serve as a research co-pilot throughout the scholarly process. Emphasizing the growing accessibility of AI-powered research tools, he said: “Artificial intelligence has democratized research. Everyone can now conduct research.”

The Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL), in collaboration with the Office of Faculty Research (OFR) at the University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB), concluded its Four-day faculty development training on AI in Teaching on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at the...

04/08/2026

This is your chance to design a great teaching experience!

SUNY's 18-week online Instructional Design Certificate equips higher education professionals with the skills to build engaging, assessment-aligned learning experiences. Whether you're designing a new course or rethinking an existing one, this programme offers practical tools for meaningful change.
🔗 Learn more: https://cpd.suny.edu/id-cert/

02/08/2026

Scholarship Opportunity

Call for Applications – Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship
This is to inform all concerned that the Australian Government has announced the Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship for the 2026/2027 academic year. The program provides fully funded financial support to outstanding domestic and international students pursuing Research Master's and Doctoral (PhD) degrees at participating Australian universities.
The RTP is designed to support high-quality research and develop the next generation of researchers across a wide range of academic disciplines.
Eligibility
Applicants must satisfy the admission requirements and scholarship criteria of the participating Australian university. Eligibility conditions, required documents, and selection procedures may vary by institution.
Application Deadline
Application deadlines vary depending on the participating Australian university.
Interested applicants are advised to review the scholarship guidelines and submit their applications directly to their preferred Australian university within the specified deadline.



Source: Higher Education Commission, Bangladesh

02/08/2026

The best teachers never stop learning.

FutureLearn's Professional Development for Teachers hub brings together over 75 short, flexible online courses from leading universities and institutions — covering everything from inclusive teaching and educational neuroscience to STEM, online pedagogy, and global education. Whether you have a few hours a week or want to go deeper with an ExpertTrack or postgraduate degree, there's a pathway to suit your schedule and career goals. A brilliant starting point for any educator committed to lifelong learning.

🔗 Explore courses: https://www.futurelearn.com/subjects/teaching-courses/professional-development-for-teachers

30/07/2026

𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗱𝗼𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 at 𝗜𝗺𝗮𝗺 𝗔𝗯𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗿𝗮𝗵𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗕𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗹 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆𝗶𝗻 (IAU), Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

It is hereby informed to all eligible researchers, scholars, and interested applicants that Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University (IAU), Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has announced a Postdoctoral Researcher position in Molecular Diagnostics and Nanobiosensor Applications.
The research project is funded by the Saudi National Institute of Health (SNIH) and focuses on developing advanced molecular diagnostic platforms for the early detection of respiratory viruses, including SARS-CoV-2, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), and Influenza, particularly in relation to Hajj and Umrah.
Required Qualifications
Applicants should possess:
* A PhD in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a closely related discipline.
* Strong practical experience in molecular biology laboratory techniques.
* Demonstrated expertise in research project design and scientific writing.
* A strong publication record.
* Experience in nanotechnology and biosensor applications.
* Excellent proficiency in English.
* Experience in bioinformatics using Python, R, or related tools will be considered an added advantage.
Eligibility
Priority will be given to Saudi nationals. Eligible non-Saudi applicants holding valid Saudi residency may also apply in accordance with the university's recruitment regulations.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates are requested to submit their application via email to: [email protected]
Application Status
Applications are currently under review and will remain open until the position is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply at the earliest opportunity. The preferred joining period is Q3 2026.



Source: Higher Education Commission, Bangladesh