EARLY CALL FOR PAPERS
           ENHANCING EDUCATION THROUGH TECHNOLOGY
 
   The Bilingual and Non - Traditional Student in the New Millennium
 
            Eugenio Maria de Hostos Community College of
                  The City University of New York
 
                           May 3, 1996
 
Professionals in academia and industry are invited to submit proposals
for papers, panels, demonstrations, poster sessions, tutorials, and
workshops.
 
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TRACKS
 
TRACK I. Defining the Classroom for the New Millennium
 
  1. Multimedia
  2. Distance Learning
  3. Virtual Reality
  4. Networking
 
TRACK II. Facing the Challenges of Teaching with Technology
 
  1. Enhancing Educational Access, Equity, and Success.
  2. Adjusting to the Use of Technology
  3. Authoring Tools and Methods
  4. Updating the Curriculum
  5. Looking at New Faculty Development Programs
  6. Using Networks to Improve Learning
  7. Identifying Problems in Teaching with Technology
 
TRACK III. Technology and the Bilingual and Non-Traditional Student
 
  1. Integrating Technology and Content Areas
  2. Promoting Learning with Labs
  3. Teaching ESL through Content & Technology
  4. Developing Basic Skills with Technology
  5. Using the Internet with the Student
  6. Using Technology to Develop Critical Thinking Skills
 
TRACK IV. Evaluation
 
  1. Evaluating Tools for Instruction
  2. Evaluating Software packages
  3. Student Feedback
  4. Courseware Development
 
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Papers (20 minutes)
 
Papers should present reports of on-going or completed research, or
development and applications related to topics mentioned in the listed
tracks.
 
All papers presented will be published in the Conference Proceedings.
 
SUBMISSIONS:
 
Proposals for papers should include
 
   * Cover Page
   * One-paragraph abstract (no more than 75 words)
   * Extended abstract of a maximum of 10 double-spaced pages
   * A self-addressed stamped postcard with the title. Postcard will be
     returned as notification of receipt
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Panels (1 to 1.5 hours)
 
Panels offer the opportunity for 3-5 people to present their views or
research results on a common issue. Panels should cover topics related to
 
the conference tracks. Panel selection will be based on the importance of
 
the topic and the expertise of proposed panelists.
 
SUBMISSIONS:
 
Proposals for panels should include
 
   * Cover Page
   * A description of the panel topic, including why this topic is
     important to the conference attendees; no more than 1 page
 
   * A brief position statement and qualification of each panelist; no
     more than 1 page each
 
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Demonstrations/Posters (1 hour)
 
Demonstration/Poster sessions enable researchers and non-commercial
developers to demonstrate and discuss their latest results and
development in progress in order to gain feedback and to establish
contact with similar projects.  Demonstration/Poster sessions do not
involve a formal presentation.
 
SUBMISSION:
 
Proposal should include:
 
   * Cover Page
   * A 3-page or less written description of the problem, what was
     done, and why the work is important
   * A rational making clear the advantages of presenting the material
     in the form of a demonstration/poster rather than a paper
 
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Tutorials and Workshop (3 to 6 hours)
 
Tutorials and Workshops are intended to enhance the skills and broaden
the perspective of the attendees.  They should be designed to
introduce a rigorous framework for learning a new area or to provide
advanced technical training in an area.
 
SUBMISSION:
 
Proposals should include:
 
   * Cover Page
   * A 200-words abstract
   * A 1-page topical outline of the content
   * A clear description of the objectives, the intended audience, and
     the length * A description of the Instructor's qualifications for
     teaching the proposed tutorial or workshop
 
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               SUBMISSION DEADLINE: DECEMBER 15, 1995
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SUBMIT TO:
 
Dr. Clara Velazquez
 
1996 Conference Chair
 
Hostos Community College
 
500 Grand Concourse
 
Bronx, NY 10451
 
e-mail: cnfho@cunyvm.cuny.edu
 
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