Preconference Workshops: Monday and Tuesday, October 26-27, 2020 Mystic Lake Center Prior Lake, Minnesota Closing The Gap 38 th ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 28-30, 2020 Conference Welcome Reception: Tuesday, October 27, 2020
Assistive Technology in Special Education, Rehabilitation and Everyday Living
CALL FOR PARTICIPATION
SUBMISSION DEADLINE MONDAY, JUNE 1, 2020
SHARE YOUR EXPERTISE Groups or individuals who wish to participate in Closing The Gap’s 2020 Conference should submit their proposals for one-hour and multiple-hour presentations as soon as possible. Poster sessions will also be considered. The deadline to submit is Monday, June 1, 2020. Directions and information are found within. Please fill out the online proposal form completely; incomplete proposals will not be considered. Online submission is available at: www.closingthegap.com/call-for-participation-2020 PROPOSALS Closing The Gap will consider proposals for one-hour or multiple-hour sessions that describe and/or demonstrate successful applications of assistive technology for persons with disabilities. Proposals are invited that report results of current applications; research; development of hardware, software or adaptive devices; model programs or procedures used by and for persons with disabilities. Proposals for sessions that demonstrate the use of software programs, mobile apps, adaptive devices or the innovative use of assistive technology are highly encouraged – especially specific how-tos, tips and tricks and product comparisons. Proposals should focus on practical applications, implementation strategies and best practices, rather than theoretical discourse. Proposal content should be supported by evidence and should include quantitative performance data. Proposals for open forums in which participants discuss, comment openly and share ideas and opinions relevant to a primary subject or focus are also encouraged.
CURRENT TRENDS AND TOPICS
REGISTRATION Presenters may register for the three- day conference at discounted rates. Please visit the registration page for pricing details. Presenters do not have to register for the conference to present; however, only those presenters who have registered may attend conference sessions/exhibits other than their own. All-day preconference workshops are scheduled for October 26 and 27 and cost $295 for one day or $510 for two days.
PROCEDURE Abstract: A 300- to 500-word abstract must accompany the proposal form. Summary: A separate, 100-word summary must also be submitted for inclusion in the Conference Directory. Proposal Form: The proposal form must be completely filled out and submitted online.
NOTIFICATIONS Confirmation of presentation
Topics will cover a broad spectrum of technology as it is being applied to all disabilities and age groups in education, rehabilitation, vocation and independent living. People with disabilities, special educators, rehabilitation professionals, administrators, service/care providers, personnel managers, government officials and hardware/software developers will share their experiences and insights at what has become known as the best educational AT conference in North America.
proposal acceptance/declination, and confirmation of specific date and time of accepted presentation will be sent by August 1, 2020. In offering to present a paper, it is expressly understood that the presentation may be scheduled at any time on any of the conference days at the discretion of the conference organizers.
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