Key Dates & Submission Information
Submissions will be reviewed internally across SASEE, SoTL, and IRSPBL
Key Dates
(Updated 15 April 2025)
• Call for papers
Abstract Submissions
(300 words):
1 October 2024
1 November 2024
Notification to Authors:
15 November 2024
1 December 2024
• Paper Submissions
Practice and Research Paper Submissions:
15 February 2025
1 March 2025
1 April 2025
Final Submission of Camera-Ready Papers:
15 August 2025
15 September 2025
(Submission will be reviewed internally across SASEE, SoTL, and IRSPBL)
Be sure to mark your calendars and prepare for an inspiring journey into the future of higher education, where collaboration and innovation lead the way!
Types of Conversations
1. Practice Paper (5 pages):
These papers focus on the practical aspects of teaching and learning innovations. They describe the implementation of new teaching methods, strategies, or tools, and discuss the outcomes and lessons learned. Practice papers provide valuable insights for educators looking to apply similar approaches in their own contexts.
2. Research Paper (10 pages):
Research papers present original research findings related to PBL, engineering education and the scholarship of teaching and learning. These papers should include a clear research question, methodology, data analysis, and conclusions. They contribute to the academic body of knowledge by providing evidence-based insights and theoretical advancements.
3. Workshop:
Workshops offer interactive sessions where participants engage in hands-on activities, discussions, and collaborative learning experiences. Workshops are designed to provide practical skills, share innovative practices, and foster networking and collaboration among educators and researchers. Proposals for workshops should outline the objectives, activities, and expected outcomes.
Guidelines for Abstract Submission
Please consider the description of the type of conversation you are interested in and submit your abstract directly in EasyChair. (The submission link is provided at the top of the page). Abstract length is a max. of 300 words.
Unique Conference Format
Interactive Sessions:
Experience sessions where three different communities come together to present practice and research papers. These sessions are linked to themes of interest for participants and enable immediate co-creation of ideas using PBL style facilitation.
Ask/Offer Opportunity:
Engage in an unconferencing session where participants have the opportunity to ask for and offer expertise, resources, and collaboration. This session fosters spontaneous interactions and networking, leading to unexpected collaborations and insights.
Mentorship Sessions:
Connect with renowned researchers from different fields during mentorship sessions. Participants can attend sessions with these experts to reflect on and unpack themes of interest, broadening their perspectives and enhancing their learning experience.
Community Engagement:
The conference will be welcoming the opportunity to engage with stakeholders, coordinators of the 9 Faculties at the University of Pretoria’s community engagement initiatives, and sponsors beyond academia. We would like to invite our industry and professional body partners to share their expertise and join the conversation to co-create the future.
Conference Conversations
1. Caring Pedagogies and Sustainable Education
This theme explores cutting-edge teaching methods that promote sustainability and holistic learning environments. It highlights the importance of integrating student voices and diverse epistemic perspectives to create a transformative educational experience.
2. Collaborative Technologies and Digital Futures
Focuses on the role of advanced technologies like AI, robotics, and virtual reality in revolutionising education. This theme addresses how digital tools can enhance learning experiences and prepare students for a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
3. Community Engagement: Equity, Inclusion, and Well-being in Education
This theme emphasises the significance of equity, inclusion, and mental well-being in educational settings. It explores strategies to address inequality, support diverse learners, and create inclusive and accessible learning environments.
4 . Creative Futures: Bridging Academia, Industry, and Communities
Explores the synergies between academia, industry, and communities to tackle future engineering challenges. This theme highlights the importance of industry partnerships, community engagement, and lifelong learning in fostering innovation and social impact.
Be sure to mark your calendars and prepare for an inspiring journey into the future of higher education, where collaboration and innovation lead the way!
