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Submit a Session Proposal

We are excited to solicit presenters for consideration at the 2023 CERA Conference at the Disneyland Hotel November 13-15, 2023. We are particularly interested in sessions that will focus on partnerships between K-12, Higher Education and/or Research Organizations.  

 

The following topic areas will be considered for acceptance by the CERA board:

  • Accountability

  • Assessment

  • Educational Leadership & Policy

  • Higher Education

  • Instructional Practices

  • Student Wellness

  • Teacher Preparation & Professional Learning

  • Work with Special Population

If you are involved in original research or project implementation we encourage you to apply!
 
The submission window has closed for the 2023 conference.

Session Formats

General Sessions include presentations highlighting research in progress in the field of education, results of a research study already completed, or practices that are improving instruction for students in California. Submissions highlighting this year’s conference theme of “Educational Research: Guiding the Way Forward" are encouraged. These presentations will be 60-minutes & 75-minutes in length. 

Evaluation Criteria: All submissions will be reviewed by at least two CERA members.  Session proposals will be evaluated according to: (a) Relevance and Appropriateness for CERA conference audience; (b) Quality of the Abstract or Proposal; (c) the originality of the work.

Presenter Guidelines

Breakout presentations are designed to allow authors to present abbreviated versions of their research, followed by a brief question and answer session.

Time Considerations

Consider the amount of time you have for your presentation and complete the presentation within the allotted time. If you are allocated a 60-minute presentation slot, your entire presentation including all questions and answers must be completed within those 60 minutes.

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Multi-Author Presentations

In the case of a multi-author presentation, more than one person may speak/present, but take care to monitor the time so you may finish as scheduled.

 

Equipment

Each breakout room will be supplied with a power station, LCD projector, screen, and small audio speakers. Presenters are responsible for bringing their own laptop. Some rooms may not have Wifi so plan accordingly

 

Handouts

Presenters must utilize the CERA Mobile App to upload handouts and other materials whenever possible. Directions for uploading “collateral” into the Mobile App will be distributed to presenters once available. Attendees will benefit the most when materials are uploaded before the conference.  

Papers presented at CERA are not compiled for publication in conference proceedings; therefore there is no requirement that a paper accompany a presentation.

 

Cancellations

It is the responsibility of the presenter to inform the Annual CERA Conference Organizers by e-mail at registration@CERA-web.org if a presentation must be cancelled.

We understand that unforeseen events may change your ability to attend the Annual CERA Conference.  Due to costs already incurred, NO REFUNDS will be made for the cancellation of your registration.  If you are registered and are unable to attend, you may transfer your registration to a colleague by contacting registration@CERA-web.org before November 1, 2023.

 

Helpful Resources

https://www.accuconference.com/resources/effective-presentations.aspx

Terms and Conditions

As the Primary Presenter, I agree to the following:

  • Register for the Annual Conference within 30 days of acknowledgement of acceptance, pay registration fees, and take part in the conference.

  • If applicable, notify any secondary presenters of the date, time, and location of the presentation. I understand that it is my responsibility to remember the date, time, and location of my presentation.

  • Inform any secondary presenters that they must register for the conference and pay registration fees.

  • Ensure that appropriate sources are cited in the presentation.

  • Arrange for my session's AV needs, including LCD, computers, or Internet access.

  • Notify CERA in advance if I am not able to attend my presentation (subject to Cancellation Policy).

  • Allow name, institutional affiliation, and session description to be posted on the CERA Mobile App.

  • Upload presentation materials to the CERA Mobile App prior to arriving at the conference.

 

Cancellation Policy

We understand that unforeseen events may change your ability to attend the Annual CERA Conference.  Due to costs already incurred, NO REFUNDS will be made for the cancellation of your registration.  If you are registered and are unable to attend, you may transfer your registration to a colleague by contacting registration@CERA-web.org before November 1, 2023.

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