CFP: NABE 2009

[Francis Hult]

NABE 2009


February 18-21, 2009 in Austin,Texas.

 

A Call for Papers and Presentations Bilingual Education: Strengthening America Through a Multilingual Society. 


Online submissions are now being accepted at: www.nabe.org 


WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING PROPOSALS BY MAIL
 
PLEASE NOTE:
  

1. In order for readers to fairly judge the quality of a proposed presentation, proposals should indicate clearly what the session will cover and how; the title should reflect what is to be done in the presentation; and the appropriate type of presentations should be selected.
 
2. NABE will accept and schedule no more than two (2) proposals per person. Presenters, as a condition of acceptance, must be available any conference day for scheduling. Any requests made for scheduling will not be guaranteed.
 
3. Commercial and non-commercial proposals will be judged in separate competitions. Please check the appropriate box on the online proposal form. Commercial proposals include all those submitted or sponsored by profit-making firms.
 
4. For presentations in languages other than English, the title and the 50-word description should be in the language of the presentation, but the abstract must be in English.
 
ALL PROPOSALS MUST BE SUBMITTED NO LATER THAN OCTOBER 15, 2008 

"Being Bilingual" Essay Contest!



Important Notice: To all elementary school, middle school, and high school students who are learning in two languages:  The National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE) invites you to participate in its 28th annual Nationwide Writing Contest for Bilingual Students. Please go to our website at www.nabe.org for downloadable forms and guidelines! 

 

The 38th Annual Conference of the National Association for Bilingual Education will be held on February 18-21, 2009 in Austin,Texas. In addition to inviting nationally and internationally recognized keynote and major speakers, NABE is soliciting presentations from the field for concurrent sessions. In addition to the abstract guidelines set forth for the particular category to which you are applying, the NABE Program Committee will judge proposals based on the following criteria: 
1. The relevance of the session to the needs of
    conference participants.
2. The ability of the proposal to demonstrate
    innovative approaches.
3. The interest level of the topic.
4. The applicability to instruction.
5. The relevance to current research.
 
We at NABE wish you much inspiration during this call for presentations and we look forward to seeing you in Austin!
 
Sincerely,
NABE Executive Board 

Submission Deadline Extended to October 15th! 
Call For Papers Submission Guidelines 

 

TYPES OF PRESENTATIONS

Descriptive Reports (45 minutes):
1. Definition - a detailed discussion of activity the presenter is carrying out related to the theory or practice of bilingual education.
2. Purpose - to describe, NOT demonstrate the activity. Descriptions of program design and implementation; policies and procedures; teacher preparation and development are suitable topics.
3. Guidelines - allow time for audience questions and discussion.
4. Abstract - should include description of the topic to be covered.

Research Papers (45 minutes):
1. Definition - a description and /or discussion of research relating to bilingual education and the development of bilingualism.
2. Purpose - to share empirical research or well-documented theoretical/practical perspectives. Also acceptable are critical reviews of literature, policy studies, well-documented historical studies, critiques.
3. Guidelines - use handouts and audio-visual aids, present a summary rather than reading a prepared text
4. Abstract - should include the main premise of the paper, a summary of supporting evidence, and the conclusion.

Demonstrations (75 minutes):
1. Definition - presentations which show a specific teaching or testing technique and/or materials.
2. Purpose - to demonstrate how something is done.
3. Guidelines - provide a brief description of the underlying theory,include handouts and audio-visual aids, and actively involve participants.
4. Abstract - should include an explanation of the purpose of the demonstration and a description of what will be demonstrated.
 
Symposia (2 hours):
1. Definition - panel of presentations which provide a forum for a group of scholars, teachers, administrators, parents, or business and government representatives.
2. Purpose - to discuss specific pedagogical, policy or research issues from a variety of perspectives with alternative solutions presented.
3. Guidelines - provide time for audience discussion.
4. Abstract - should include a description of the topic, along with the names, titles, affiliations and specific contributions to the symposium of each of the presenters.

Workshops (2 hours):
1. Definition - intensive sessions in which participants develop methods or materials, design research studies, and analyze research data.
2. Purpose - to confront and solve actual teaching or research problems.
3. Guidelines - workshops MUST provide participants with the opportunity to actively participate, emphasis is on providing hands-on experience vs. lecturing.
4. Abstract - should include the goal of the workshop, a summary of the theoretical background, and a description of activities to be conducted during the workshop.
Notification of acceptance or rejection will be sent by October 28, 2008. 
  

 

 

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