Postmarked by September 30, 2008
Notification of acceptance or rejection by October 16, 2008

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If your proposal is accepted for presentation, you will receive information about the Presenter Registration Process. There is a registration fee for presenters of $155. (Regular registration fee is $185). The Presenter Registration Fee is due no later than DECEMBER 1, 2008. (The late registration of $185 each for presenters begins on December 1, 2008).

COMPONENTS OF INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

1. The title of proposal – 10 words or less.
2. Explanation of how proposal relates to the theme.
3. Description of practical/workable solutions.
Write an informative and interesting description of your presentation in 30 to 60 words; include specific objective(s), topic(s), and target audience. (If accepted, this description will be used in the conference brochure and program.
4. Summary – Summarize proposal in 250 to 300 words.  
5. Evidence that supports proposal.
6. Format – select preferred presentation format (interactive workshop, or poster session).
7. Biographical Sketch – Provide brief biographical information about relevant profession experience for EACH PRESENTER.
8. Contact Information –Provide address, phone, fax and email.

PROPOSALS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IF ANY OF THE REQUESTED INFORMATION IS MISSING!

COMPONENTS OF POSTER SESSIONS

Each poster presentation will be provided with a 6' x 3' table draped with a white tablecloth and skirted in dark blue an easel. You should prepare a display - a poster and/or a display board (ex: science fair board). Translation: you could make a poster and then use the table for displaying handouts if you don't want to create a board. OR, you may feel free to do both - put your name and title on the poster and then make a display board with handouts in front of it. (Your display could include a statement of the problem, objectives of the project or research, the methodology used to solve the problem or implement the program, the major findings or outcomes and their significance, and conclusions. There should be a logical sequence: Introduction, Development, Conclusion.)

DESIGN ELEMENTS: The title heading should be at least 1-1/2" high. It should include the title of the poster session and all author?s names and institutional affiliations. (Optional idea: An abstract could appear on the top left-hand corner of the board. Visual elements are encouraged. Simplicity and legibility are important for the viewer. Color combinations should be carefully considered for readability. Lettering should be simple, bold, and easily legible from a distance of three feet. Directional arrows can help the viewer in following the sequence.

HANDOUTS: You MUST provide handouts for those visiting your display.

For Additional Questions contact Sybil Fickle at 912.478.5557