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Call for Proposals Deadline Extended
December 9, 2024 at 1:00pm

We invite you and your academic colleagues to submit proposals for the 2024 UD Teaching and Learning Conference, a platform dedicated to sharing proven teaching practices, research, and experiences that are shaping the future of education.

This conference reflects our dedication to preparing students and educators for the ever-evolving landscape of learning. We believe that effective teaching is not only transformative for students but also crucial for the continuous growth of educators. Your contributions will inspire and empower others to embrace this bold commitment to education.

This year, we are excited to welcome outside academic collaborators, alongside UD staff, as speakers at the conference—provided they are co-presenting with a UD faculty member. Expanding our speaker lineup is a key step in our growth plan for the Teaching & Learning Conference, enriching our sessions with diverse perspectives and deepening discussions on the topics presented.

Goals for the Conference:

• Explore and celebrate the transformative power of teaching and learning in higher education.

• Share best practices, research findings, and strategies that enhance the teaching and learning experience.

• Foster collaboration and networking among colleagues across campus and disciplines.

• Inspire participants to reflect on their teaching journeys and discover new ways to enrich lives through education.

Concurrent Sessions

• • 30-minutes presentation length

  • Recommended 1-3 co-presenters per session; Open to UD Staff or colleagues from other institutions provided they are co-presenting with UD Faculty.

  • Proposals that include presenters from more than one department, institution, or college are encouraged.

Proposal Guidelines

We invite proposals for 30-minute concurrent sessions that align with the conference theme and address one or more of the following areas:

• • Innovative Teaching Strategies: Share unique and effective teaching methods, approaches, or tools that have positively impacted the student learning experience.

  • Scholarship Usage in Teaching Practice: Present research findings related to the pedagogical aspects of your discipline and discuss their implications for teaching practices; discuss the use of research in the classroom as a teaching tool

  • Student Engagement: Discuss ways to engage and motivate students, create supportive learning environments, and promote active learning.

  • Technology Integration:  Discuss how technology, including Brightspace, digital tools, or online resources, can enhance the teaching and learning experience.  Share best practices for integrating technology into your curriculum, whatever your modality.

  • Professional Development: Discuss strategies for educators to continuously develop their teaching skills, foster well-being, and find fulfillment in their careers.

  • Interdisciplinary and Cross-Cultural Perspectives: Examine how teaching and learning transcends disciplinary boundaries and cultural contexts.

Submission Instructions

Please submit your proposal by December 9, 2024 at 1:00 pm. Proposals should include:

• Title of the session

• Presenter(s) names and college/department/institutional affiliations

• Session description (max 300 words) - Descriptions will be used in the conference program.

Important Dates

• Proposal Submission Deadline: Extended - December 9, 2024 at 1:00 pm

• Blind, Peer Review of Submissions & Notification of Acceptance by December 13, 2024

• Conference Date: January 21, 2025