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What is the working-group model?

The working-group format allows small groups of scholars an opportunity to interact intensively, on a sustained basis, on a common theme. To facilitate this, all participants attend only one track, i.e., working group, for the duration of the conference.

What is the distinction between a theme and a track?
The conference is organized around a set of teaching and learning themes.  The themes are worked into the conference schedule into separate tracks.  A theme may be represented in one track or split into more than one track.  For example, “Program Assessment” theme could potentially appear on the program in two tracks as “Program Assessment I” and “Program Assessment II.”

Where can I find a description of all conference tracks?

Tracks are organized when conference scheduling occurs. Check the meeting pages for updates.

Can I participate in more than one track?

To facilitate the working-group model, participants register for and attend only one track for the duration of the conference.  For example, if they register for a track called “Program Assessment I,” they are expected to attend and participate in all presentations for the “Program Assessment I” track.

Can I register on-site?

Non-presenting registrants are expected to participate as active discussants.  There is a significant amount of contact and interaction between presenters and discussants before the conference.  For this reason, pre-registration is advised and strongly encouraged.

When can I attend a workshop?

Workshop attendance is determined by your track schedule. If your track is not in session, you can attend any workshop that occurs during that time.

What is the difference between a workshop presentation and a paper presentation?

Workshops presentations are held outside of the track and working group sessions. Workshops are open to any conference attendee, as long as the workshop doesn’t conflict with one their track sessions. Workshop presentations provide meeting attendees the opportunity to learn about (through demonstration), and in some cases, gain hands on experiences with, an innovative teaching tool, technique or theory.

What are my responsibilities as a conference registrant/attendee?  Who are the discussants?

Conference attendees are expected to come prepared to fully participate in their working group. This means they should have read all of the papers that will be presented in their working groups and will be active discussants within each session. In the working group model, participants learn from each other and are able to bounce ideas and strategies off of their fellow participants. Thus, you are expected to attend  and contribute to all sessions within your track as a discussant.