Call for Proposals

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This call solicits proposals for the New Bern Face-to-face component of the conference.  Presenters for the Virtual Sessions on March 31 and April 1 will be identified separately

The NCDLA annual conference serves to further the advancement of and innovation in distance learning, teaching and technology. The conference offers educators an opportunity to participate in seminars, workshops and round table discussions on the topics and fields in which they teach. It offers attendees both a virtual and physical environment in which to discuss their ideas, best practices, opportunities and problems.  The theme for the 2010 NCDLA conference is

Blended Learning: The Transformation Begins.

Blended learning is the implementation of multiple media types, different techniques and technologies, and varied resources to the learning process. The implementation is highly interactive and completely customized to the student’s needs. By its very nature, blended learning combines multiple instructional formats (face-to-face lectures, hands-on labs, the Internet, cell phones, emails, slide shows and audio lectures). Learners and teachers work together to improve learning and teaching quality, and in doing so, learning becomes a journey rather than a destination. Students learn how to learn, and they become independent thinkers with life-long learning skills.

How to submit your proposal

Don't be overwhelmed by the directions below.  They are included to clarify the process and ensure successful receipt of your proposal. Note the deadline for submission has been extended to March 2, 2010.  You'll be notified of your acceptance by March 8, 2010.

  1. Download and read the Call for Proposals Overview which details the type of presentations represented at this year's conference.
  2. Download and read through the Call for Proposals form before you begin to complete the form.
  3. Complete and save your completed proposal.  Name the file with your initials and the word "proposal."  For example, "behproposal.doc"
  4. Create an account on the ECU website. When you submit your account setup information, you are immediately directed to the submission system.  You may leave and return if you wish.
  5. If you wish to return to submit your submission at a later time, click on the following link to access the proposal system:  Proposal Login
  6. Please note that you must check all of the "Checklist" buttons you'll see in Step 1 to submit your proposal.  You'll upload your proposal in Step 3 of the system. Note that you will receive an email confirmation of your submission.

This conference spans all disciplines and all education levels. We invite you to submit proposals for papers, best practice sessions, panels, tutorials, workshops, posters sessions, and special interest group discussions. Corporate exhibits and demonstrations (both virtual and on site) are also welcome. Each proposal will be peer-reviewed for inclusion in the conference program. This call is for the face-to-face conference in New Bern, N.C. to be held on April 8-9, 2010, with a full day of pre-conference workshops in New Bern on April 7, 2010.