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Call for Proposals: 2023 Maryland OER Summit

Cultivating Agency through Open Educational Practices

Submit a proposal for a concurrent session at the upcoming 2023 Maryland OER Summit: Cultivating Agency through Open Educational Practices. 

At the core of our conference theme is the question: What happens when students and their collaborators -- peers, faculty, community members, librarians, and more -- drive knowledge creation? 

The event seeks proposals that contribute to this conversation and showcase innovative approaches to open educational practices that empower learners to be active creators of knowledge and contributors to a more inclusive and equitable world. 

Session Formats
  1. Concurrent sessions are 45 minutes long and will have the following formats:  
  2. "Lightning" Talks: 15 min presentation, 5 min Q & A each, 2 presenters per 45-minute session. clustered by theme or topic. Propose one talk and we'll match you with another or join with a colleague to propose a set of two related 15-minute talks. 
  3. Panel Discussion: 45-minute panels with 3-4 panelists speaking about a particular topic, issue, or instance of open pedagogy, Panel sessions will include at least 5 minutes for Q&A at the end and one panelist should plan on moderating the session.
  4. Participatory Workshops: 45-minute workshops that include a plan for participant interaction.  
  5. "Unconference" sessions: 45-minute sessions with a format and facilitation of your choice. 
Review the Call for Proposals (pdf).

About the Summit
Date: Friday, December 1, 2023
Time: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm ET
Location: Salisbury University
Special Networking Reception: Thursday, November 30, 6:00 - 7:30 pm  

This one-day summit will bring together educators, students, librarians, instructional designers, and administrators from across Maryland postsecondary institutions to explore the dynamic world of open pedagogy. From philosophical discussions about power in the classroom to practical strategies for implementing open educational practices, this event aims to foster a deeper understanding of the transformative potential of open education. 

Visit the event webpage for registration and more information
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Posted: September 21, 2023, 10:12 AM

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