ALTC (Australian Learning and Teaching Council)

The Australian Learning and Teaching Council (ALTC) was a government-funded organization dedicated to improving higher education in Australia. It supported innovations in teaching, funded research on effective educational practices, and encouraged sharing ideas among educators. ALTC aimed to enhance the quality of university teaching and learning, ensuring students received a high standard of education. It operated from 2005 until 2011, after which its functions were incorporated into other national initiatives. Overall, ALTC played a key role in advancing better teaching methods and fostering excellence in Australian higher education.