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Writing an Effective Proposal
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Mell Bolen, BCA2009 Conference Chair
Pat WillerUniversity of South Carolina
Content Chair
Deb PierceNorthern Illinois University
Conference Chair Designate
Presenters2008 Annual Conference Committee
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•500-600 general session proposals,
50% accepted
•300 poster session proposals, 90%
accepted
•55 workshops scheduled, 30 CEP, 24
through proposal process
The Competition Looks Like….
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Divided by audience
Read by KC Coordinators and review teams
Read by the ACC Executive Team
Specialized input
Content Chair and the ACC
Selection Process
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Understand conference planners’
perspectives
•Recognize the importance of the
conference context and theme
•Connect with KC groups
Planners’ Perspectives
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Depth of topic/Learning objectives
Active learning techniques
Session organization
Knowledgeable/skilled presenters and facilitators
Proposal clarity and cohesiveness
Evidence of Quality
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Think about the audience(s)
•30% non-US-based
•44% are not NAFSA members
•29% - 41% in the field 0 - 4 yrs, among membership 17% in the field 0 - 4 yrs
•18 - 20% are exhibitors
•47% are “frontline professionals”
•34% are managers
Conference Audience
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Evaluate the best format for your topic
Pre-conference Workshops
General sessions
Seminars
Posters
Formats
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•Active learning
•Applies to critical skills, practical and useful
•Expands knowledge of ideas, intellectually engaging
•Not “show and tell”
Audience members are Adults!
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•Content focus areas
•Poster group themes
•KC topics
•Hot topics
•Colleagues
Compelling topics
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•Colleagues
• Knowledge Communities
• ACC members
•Online• Call for Proposals (www.nafsa.org/proposals)
• Guidelines for Proposal Writers (www.nafsa.org/proposals)
• Guidebook for Content Leaders (www.nafsa.org/annual_conference/ac08_proposers_expect)
Resources for Proposal Writers
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Sessions &Seminars
What can be covered in the time period?
•Session length-normally 1 hr./15 minutes
•Seminars are longer
•Scope of topic broad and critical
•Frequently invited or Global Partner
•Format must support extended time
•Recommend support from KC
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•Content Focus Areas shape conference sessions
•Advocacy
•Internationalization
•Theory, Research and Measurement
•Global Issues and Politics
•Social Responsibility
Content Focus Areas
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•Technology
•Ethics
•Personal and Professional Development
•Other: Innovative ideas that don’t fit elsewhere
Content Focus Areas
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•Who are your presenters?
•Diversity of institutions, regions, nations, are desired
•Expertise of presenters is important in review process
•Approval process for including government presenters
More Session Tips
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• Will the style and format be exciting?• Interactive presentation is desired
• Innovative use of technology is desired
• Web or print resources are important
• Title and abstract are critical
Make It Exciting
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•What sessions worked for you this year?•Which ones were great? Why?
•Which ones did you leave early or fall asleep? Why?
•What was missing?
Think about What Worked!
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•Core Education Program (CEP) Workshops
•Conference-specific Workshops
Types of Workshops
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•Selected by the Training Coordination Subcommittee (TCS)
•Standard curriculum for each CEP workshop
•Foundations of International Education (FDN)
•Professional Practice Workshops (PPW)
CEP Workshops
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•Workshop proposals submitted through the conference Call for Proposals
•Selected by the Annual Conference Committee (ACC)
•Workshop materials developed by training team who submitted proposal
Conference-specific Workshops
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• Length: half-day or one-day formats
• Content:
• In-depth
• Skill-based learning
• Multiple perspectives
• Format: flexible, interactive, presentation/discussion
• Fee in addition to conference registration
Workshop Characteristics
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•Scope: wide enough to justify length & intensity
•Relevance and impact: significant
•Workshop fee: value to participant/institution
•Topic: distinct from PPW and FDN workshops
•Target participants: new to field or have new responsibilities
Appropriate Workshop Topics
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•Training design: clear and stimulating
•Method of instruction: varied/interesting – no talking heads
•Learning objectives: clearly identified
•Added value: clear to both ACC reviewers and potential participants
•Workshop trainers: selected to maximize expertise and reflect diversity
Workshop Proposal
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•Topic: clearly stated
•Design/instruction: well-articulated
•Team: emphasize mix, expertise in bios - incorporate local experts and resources
•Audience: appropriate and clearly indicated
•Think marketing: title and text describing proposal should have punch and style
Reviewers’ Criteria
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Review the full Call for Proposals at www.nafsa.org/proposals.
The full workshop proposal form is online at http://proposals.nafsa.org.
Workshop Proposal Form
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•Audience: same choices as sessions
•Abstract: 25 words – if selected, primary marketing tool
•Description: 100 words – clarity
•Learning Objectives: what will people learn
Workshop Proposal Details
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•Budget: Materials costs and reimbursements
•AV equipment: requests are difficult to change later
•Topics and Learning Approaches: address the “talking heads” phobia
•Trainer limits: 4-7 hour workshop, 4 trainers; 8-10 hour workshop, 5 trainers
Workshop Proposal Details
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•Strive for institutional, geographic, national diversity
•Keep members based outside the U.S. in mind
•Study this year’s workshop offerings
•Use NAFSA resources to help identify additional expertise – put Professional Networks to work
Remember
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Key Message
Think Visual
Place for Show and Tell
More Information on Handouts
Poster Points
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Learning Objectives = only 1 or 2
Method of instruction = describe visuals
Title = Key marketing tool
Presenter: Expertise you bring to share
Poster Proposal
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Examples of Use of Space
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Examples of Use of Space
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Examples of Use of Space
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• Reviewing Credentials from Secondary School s for Recruitment and Admission
• International Education Research
• Intercultural Initiatives for Campus and Community
• Study Abroad Resources: Increasing Diversity Outreach, Enhancing Learning
• Overseas Educational Advisors/Embassy Country Fair
• Innovations in International Institutional Partnerships
• Work, Internships and Volunteer Abroad
• Campus and Curriculum Internationalization
Poster Fairs