Conference schedule and sessions

60-minute interactive sessions

60-minute sessions provide an in-depth opportunity to interactively present and facilitate dialogue and discussion on a topic or issue related to the conference theme.

30-minute research presentations

These presentations are a 20-minute overview and discussion of a particular research topic, methodology, or scholarly project related to the conference theme, and an opportunity for attendees to ask questions with a 10-minute guided Q&A.

25-minute roundtable discussions

These 25-minute roundtable sessions provide opportunities for presenters to lead a discussion focused on a particular research topic, innovative strategy, or work-in-progress related to the conference theme. These sessions are intended to be interactive table conversations rather than presentations. No audio-visual equipment will be provided. 

Mixed-media presentation or poster presentation sessions

Mixed-media presentations provide an opportunity to visually communicate and share practices, research findings or early-stage research projects relevant to the conference theme. Presenters are encouraged to choose digital media or a physical poster and determine the style, format and approach that best suits their topic. 

Conference venue

The conference will take place entirely in the Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning building.

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Airport information

The Calgary International Airport (YYC) is a 30-minute drive (depending on traffic) from the hotel. Transport information from the airport can be found at the link below. 

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Transit to the conference venue

If you are staying elsewhere in the city, the University of Calgary campus is well-served by multiple bus and light rail train connections.

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Parking at the conference

Parking (flat rate) is available in lots 10 and 11 – approximately a 5-minute walk from the conference venue.

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Nearby Hotel

Our recommended conference hotel is the Alt Hotel Calgary University District. The hotel is a 16-minute (flat terrain) walk or a 5-minute drive (1.5 km) to the conference venue at the University of Calgary. It is located within the new University District neighbourhood which includes a grocery store, pharmacy and multiple eateries. The hotel is also a 15-minute walk to Market Mall indoor shopping centre.

You can access a preferred room rate at the link below.

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