{"id":80731,"date":"2025-02-05T16:01:10","date_gmt":"2025-02-05T22:01:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/casel.org\/?post_type=blogposts&#038;p=80731"},"modified":"2025-02-05T16:36:54","modified_gmt":"2025-02-05T22:36:54","slug":"would-you-like-to-be-a-presenter-at-the-2025-exchange","status":"publish","type":"blogposts","link":"https:\/\/casel.org\/blog\/would-you-like-to-be-a-presenter-at-the-2025-exchange\/","title":{"rendered":"Would You Like to Be a Presenter at the 2025 Exchange?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>As CASEL\u2019s program manager for the <em>Exchange<\/em>, what I love best about my job is that I get to plan a one-of-a-kind event that brings together education researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to share their learnings in social, emotional, and academic learning. For the 2025 <strong><em>Exchange<\/em>, <\/strong>we\u2019ve<strong> <\/strong>picked the theme <strong>Blueprints for Tomorrow: Designing the Next Era of Learning <\/strong>as an invitation to envision and build the future of education, grounded in research and innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I truly believe we have the tools to empower students for the opportunities and challenges of tomorrow\u2019s world, and this conference is about using those tools to design a learning experience that equips them for success. <strong>The blueprint starts with us.<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"521\" height=\"168\" src=\"https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/xQ3Od9wn-image.gif?auto=compress&amp;fit=scale&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;h=613&amp;w=1900\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-80742\" style=\"width:420px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/xQ3Od9wn-image.gif 640w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/xQ3Od9wn-image.gif 1900w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/xQ3Od9wn-image.gif 300w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/xQ3Od9wn-image.gif 1536w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/xQ3Od9wn-image.gif 2048w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/xQ3Od9wn-image.gif 521w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 521px) 100vw, 521px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You can join us! <\/strong>The <a href=\"https:\/\/selexchange.casel.org\/2025-submissions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Call for Submissions<\/a><strong> <\/strong>is now open. As a presenter, you\u2019ll have the opportunity to share your discoveries and insights, spark conversion, and inspire new innovations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a><strong>NOTE<\/strong>: The Call for Submissions will be open from <strong>January 28 through March 21, 2025.<\/strong> The 2025 SEL Exchange will be held in November 2025.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Want to learn more about creating your submission? <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/us06web.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN__Z0YH5IbRE-hJxk23X5OAQ#\/registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Register for our live, online information session<\/a> on Feb. 11, 2pm ET\/1pm CT\/11am PT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"423\" height=\"304\" src=\"https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/AzsEtISM-image.jpeg?auto=compress&amp;fit=scale&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;h=1365&amp;w=1900\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-80741\" style=\"width:437px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/AzsEtISM-image.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/AzsEtISM-image.jpeg 1900w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/AzsEtISM-image.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/AzsEtISM-image.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/AzsEtISM-image.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/AzsEtISM-image.jpeg 423w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 423px) 100vw, 423px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-you-can-get-involved\"><a><\/a><strong>How You Can Get Involved<\/strong><\/h2><a class=top href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p>There are lots of ways to participate as a presenter at the <em>Exchange!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do you have deep knowledge to share? <\/strong>Findings from a recent study or a deep dive into an urgent topic? Then you might want to consider presenting a <strong>15-MINUTE RESEARCH PAPER<\/strong>. You\u2019ll be grouped with others for oral presentations of research moderated by a discussant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do you want to engage with participants in an interactive exploration of ideas, strategies, or research with practical applications? <\/strong>Consider proposing a <strong>75-MINUTE BREAKOUT OR PANEL SESSION,<\/strong> where you can offer hands-on activities, provide \u201ctake and use\u201d resources, and lead large-group and small-group discussion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do you have a story to tell of a bite-sized idea that made a big impact? <\/strong>You might want to create a <strong>PECHAKUCHA PRESENTATION<\/strong>. It\u2019s a solo presentation, during which you have seven minutes to narrate the story (\u201cbeginning-middle-end\u201d) of a great idea you helped execute to spread the power of social, emotional, and academic learning. Each 75-minute PechaKucha session will group a variety of stories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do you want a high-visibility, low-pressure way to discuss your latest work? <\/strong>Researchers, practitioners, and policy leaders have a chance to showcase their efforts and join in conversation with participants during the <strong>\u201cTOAST TO INNOVATION\u201d POSTER RECEPTION<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"403\" height=\"286\" src=\"https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/wbux6UvF-image-2.gif?auto=compress&amp;fit=scale&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;h=1348&amp;w=1900\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-80744\" style=\"width:412px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/wbux6UvF-image-2.gif 640w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/wbux6UvF-image-2.gif 1900w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/wbux6UvF-image-2.gif 300w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/wbux6UvF-image-2.gif 1536w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/wbux6UvF-image-2.gif 2048w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/wbux6UvF-image-2.gif 403w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 403px) 100vw, 403px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tips-for-submitting-your-proposal\"><strong>Tips for Submitting Your Proposal<\/strong><\/h2><a class=top href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p>When you submit your proposal, It will be reviewed by experts from both inside and outside of CASEL using detailed rubrics for each presentation type to rank and select submissions. Here are some tips I\u2019d like to share so your submission looks its best and provides all the information we need!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Give yourself time to develop a great submission. <\/strong>Our application process is very detailed, and we read, weigh, and balance every piece of information you provide.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make sure you take advantage of all resources we provide.<\/strong> We\u2019ve updated the process this year, as well as the information we ask for, and we\u2019ve created a new rubric for scoring submissions. So even if you\u2019ve submitted in the past, be sure to review these materials:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Access all the information about submitting a proposal on the <a href=\"https:\/\/selexchange.casel.org\/2025-submissions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>The Call for Sessions Website<\/strong><\/a>. It\u2019s also where you\u2019ll upload your submission when you\u2019re ready<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: initial;\">Since, as I said, you\u2019ll need to take some time creating your submission, be sure to keep track of everything you need to provide using the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/selexchange.casel.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/2025-SEL-Exchange-Call-for-Submissions-Checklist_update.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Call for Submissions Checklist<\/strong><\/a><span style=\"color: initial;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To get a glimpse into what we\u2019ll be looking for in each type of session, review the <a href=\"https:\/\/selexchange.casel.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/2025-SEL-Exchange-Submissions-Rubric.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Call for Submissions Rubric<\/strong><\/a>, which outlines standards that reviewers will use in their assessments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Be engaging!<\/strong> We want sessions that attendees are eager to attend, so we can have as many \u201cOh, I can\u2019t miss THIS\u201d moments as possible over the course of the <em>Exchange<\/em>. For us, engagement means two things:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong style=\"color: initial;\">Compelling titles and descriptions <\/strong><span style=\"color: initial;\">that convey exactly why this session is so important and what to expect. We\u2019ll help fine-tune final titles and descriptions after acceptance, but if you think about what would make attendees really take notice, it can help you conceptualize the kind of session we\u2019d be happy to consider.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Need-to-know information and actionable next steps. <\/strong>Always foreground what participants need and want and how you\u2019ll provide it. Ask, \u201cWhy should a participant attend THIS SESSION?\u201d The clearer you are about your answer to that question, the more likely you\u2019ll create a compelling and urgent session that we\u2019re interested in hosting.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t miss the deadline! <\/strong>With all the great submissions we\u2019re expecting, we need to be ready to start reviewing as soon as we can. That means we must put a hard stop on when we\u2019ll continue accepting submissions. But keep in mind \u2026&#8217;\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong style=\"color: initial;\">You can revise your submission until the submission <\/strong><span style=\"color: initial;\">deadline of <\/span><strong style=\"color: initial;\">March 21, <\/strong><span style=\"color: initial;\">so you can start your submission, save it, and return to it later. (But remember to hit SUBMIT when you\u2019re done.)<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Look for email confirmation. <\/strong>After you submit, you should receive an automated email. If you do not, go back to your submission and make sure you hit \u201cSubmit.\u201d If you experience further issues, contact me at <a href=\"mailto:kkrengel@casel.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">kkrengel@casel.org<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Be sure to revise thoughtfully if you\u2019re resubmitting a proposal from an earlier <em>Exchange<\/em><\/strong> submission process<strong>. <\/strong>Over the years, we\u2019ve seen applicants send the same submission more than one year. We advise against that since the conference theme changes every year, as do our requirements and rating rubric. If you wish to re-use a submission from a prior year that was not accepted, be sure to spend some time ensuring it meets our current theme and requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Want more tips?<a> <\/a><\/strong>Check back to the <a href=\"https:\/\/casel.org\/blog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CASEL blog<\/a> to hear from past reviewers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Good luck! We\u2019re excited to see all the proposal submissions, and to learn and grow with you in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/GmRjA3tA-image-1.gif?auto=compress&amp;fit=scale&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;h=1254&amp;w=1900\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-80743\" style=\"width:548px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/GmRjA3tA-image-1.gif 640w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/GmRjA3tA-image-1.gif 1900w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/GmRjA3tA-image-1.gif 300w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/GmRjA3tA-image-1.gif 768w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/GmRjA3tA-image-1.gif 1536w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/GmRjA3tA-image-1.gif 2048w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/GmRjA3tA-image-1.gif 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related Posts:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/casel.org\/blog\/highlights-and-insights-from-the-2024-sel-exchange\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Highlights and Insights From The 2024 <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/casel.org\/blog\/highlights-and-insights-from-the-2024-sel-exchange\/\"><em>SEL Exchange<\/em><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/casel.org\/blog\/highlights-and-insights-from-the-2024-sel-exchange\/\"><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/casel.org\/blog\/what-is-a-pechakucha-storytelling-at-the-sel-exchange\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What Is a PechaKucha? Storytelling at the <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/casel.org\/blog\/what-is-a-pechakucha-storytelling-at-the-sel-exchange\/\"><em>SEL Exchange<\/em><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"write-for-us\"><strong>Write for Us<\/strong><\/h2><a class=top href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you interested in writing for CASEL\u2019s blog, <em>Constellations<\/em>? <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1zSZFveKA8xsmlCADpfDP8t-y9emN0qswHQh1MnfmqBI\/edit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more<\/a> about what we\u2019re looking for and how to pitch your idea!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As CASEL\u2019s program manager for the Exchange, what I love best about my job is that I get to plan a one-of-a-kind event that brings together education researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to share their learnings in social, emotional, and academic learning. 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