Proposal Process
The Center for Teaching, Research, and Learning, in collaboration with the School of Education and the Office of Campus Life, invites faculty and staff to submit proposals for the 2018 Ann Ferren Conference on Teaching, Research, and Learning. The 29th Ann Ferren Conference theme, “Reimagining the Educator for the 21st Century,” has four broad topics: (A) Changing pedagogical paradigms; (B) Importance of mentorship; (C) Education as civic engagement; and (D) Technological innovations.
Submitting a Proposal
Sessions are one hour and fifteen minutes long. Please allow for at least 20 minutes for Q & A. We encourage innovative modes of delivery, and as much discussion as possible.
In the online session proposal form, you will be asked to provide the following information:
- The proposed title of your session;
- The session type you have chosen for your session;
- The topic area(s) that best (fit(s) the theme of your proposed session;
- The names, affiliations, and contact information of all presenters
- The goal, content, and main takeaways of your session; and
- A short description of your session (50-60 words), which will appear in both the online and the printed conference program.
Important Dates
Proposals Due –
September 25, 2017
Notification of Acceptance –
November 15, 2017
Registration Opens –
December 1, 2017
Conference Date –
January 12, 2018