GENERAL PROPOSAL GUIDELINES
Proposal Submission Information:
- Please fill out the submission form completely and submit no later than 4/20/25, 11:59 p.m.
- There is no late author window. Proposal submissions will close 4/20/25.
- Individuals who submit a proposal may be asked to review 1 proposal submission between 4/22/25-5/15/25.
- Authors will be notified around the end of May 2025.
- Accepted presenters must register for the ICPEL Conference by 6/20/25 to be included in printed materials.
- All individuals listed on an accepted proposal must be registered for the conference to be included in the program.
- Presentations are invited from participants with interest in educational areas such as the topics below.
- All proposals go through a double blind review process.
Presentations are invited from participants with interest in educational areas such as the topics below.
Scope and Topics
- PK-12 Leadership Preparation and Training - What knowledge, skills or strategies will teachers and leaders have to acquire to effectively educate youth in a global society? What policy changes – state, federal, and/or local – impact the field of education to ensure equitable opportunities for success in the education system?
- Higher Education Leadership - What knowledge, skills, or strategies will higher educational leaders have to acquire to effectively educate adults in a global society? What policy changes – state, federal, and/or local – impact colleges, universities, and adult learning to ensure equitable opportunities for success?
- International Leadership - What challenges face educational leaders throughout the world that impacts the larger context of educational policy and practice from a global perspective? How do leaders think broadly about the implications to education in vastly different situations, from geopolitical conflict and socioeconomic issues, to climate change and lack of adequate financial, human, technological, and structural resources?
- Justice, Equity, Democracy, & Inclusion - What changes in education pedagogy, policies, procedures, and practices are necessary to ensure that all vulnerable youth, irrespective of race, gender, immigrant status, sexual orientation, or ability receive a world class education? How do leaders address organizational change, systems and processes, and cultures to be more inclusive?
- Technology and Innovation - What technology and innovation can educational leaders leverage during times of great change? What new technologies have become available to build community and a sense of engagement in learning? How do leaders create and nurture innovations to advance education for all?
- Graduate Student Research - What research is currently in progress that outlines key issues and ideas in educational leadership, educational administrator preparation, or higher education studies?
Following is a list of suggested terms you may use to describe your proposal:
| Achievement Adult Education Arts At-Risk Students Attitudes Classroom Management Clinical Issues Cognition College Students Computer Education Constructivism Critical Thinking Culture Curriculum Development Discipline Drug Education |
Early Childhood Education Educational Reform Effective Schools Efficacy English Education Evaluation Exceptional Education Field Experience Finance Gender Issues Gifted Education Higher Education In-service Education Instruction International Education Language |
Learning Learning Styles Mathematics Education Minority Recruitment Minority Retention Multicultural Education Novice/Expert Studies Parent Education Parent Involvement Performance Assessment Policy Post Secondary Education Preschool Education Preservice Education Principals Private Schools Professional Development |
Reading Reflective Thinking Research Methods Schools School Environment School Improvement School Restructuring Science Education Self Perception Social Sciences Statistics Student Motivation Student Violence/Conflict Teacher Characteristics Technology Tests Vocational Education |
Proposal Types
A. Virtual Conference Live Synchronous Paper Presentation
(20-25 minutes - 2 papers shared in a 50 minute session)
Research papers and conceptual papers may be submitted
Virtual
- Presenters and any co-presenters will be responsible for using the conference website tool with Zoom.
- All times will be listed in the Eastern Time Zone.
- Recording of the session for use in the conference website on demand library will be available and the responsibility of the presenter(s).
Presentation time: 20 minutes and 5 minutes Q/A
Submission proposal should include:
Paper-Research: Formal presentation of completed empirical research or research that will be completed before the conference.
- 1. Title: A concise and descriptive title that reflects the topic (12 words max).
- 2. Abstract: A brief summary of the proposal, highlighting the main objectives, methods, findings, and significance of the study (200 words max).
- 3. Introduction: An overview of the research question or problem being addressed. This section should establish the context and importance of your work within the field of educational leadership (minimum 100 words).
- 4. Literature Review: A summary of relevant research and theoretical frameworks that support the study (minimum 100 words).
- 5. Methodology: A description of the research design, methods, and procedures used in the study. This may include sampling techniques, data collection methods, and analysis strategies (minimum 100 words).
- 6. Findings: A summary of key findings or results, if applicable. This section should highlight the main contributions of your research. Studies in progress should summarize initial or anticipated findings (minimum 100 words).
- 7. Implications: An exploration of the implications of the study findings for educational practice, policy, or further research. This section should reflect on how your work contributes to the field (minimum 100 words).
- 8. Connection to Conference Theme: A brief summary of the main points and a reiteration of the significance of the study as they relate to the conference theme (minimum 100 words).
- 9. References: A list of scholarly sources cited in the proposal, following APA format.
Paper-Conceptual: Formal presentation of theoretical or conceptual work.
- 1. Title: A concise and descriptive title that reflects the topic (12 words max).
- 2. Abstract: A concise summary outlining the proposal's main concepts, arguments, and significance. (200 words max).
- 3. Introduction: An overview of the theoretical framework or concepts being addressed, including the context and relevance of the discussion in educational leadership. (minimum 100 words).
- 4. Literature Review: A brief review of relevant literature that situates the theoretical exploration within existing scholarship, highlighting key theories, models, or conceptual frameworks. (minimum 100 words).
- 5. Main Arguments/Concepts: A detailed presentation of the primary arguments or concepts to be discussed. This should include definitions, explanations, and any theoretical propositions. (minimum 100 words).
- 6. Implications: An exploration of the implications of the theoretical insights for educational practice, policy, or future research. Discuss how concepts contribute to understanding relevant issues in educational leadership (minimum 100 words).
- 7. Connection to Conference Theme: A brief summary of the main points and the significance of the theoretical contributions, emphasizing how they advance knowledge in the field as they relate to the conference theme (minimum 100 words).
- 8. References: A list of scholarly sources cited in the proposal, following APA format.
B. Virtual Conference Pre-Recorded Session (to be broadcast during the virtual conference)
Research papers and conceptual papers may be submitted
Presentation time: up to 20 minutes with virtual Q/A
All presenters will be responsible for uploading his/her own videos in the presenter video sharing center of the conference app/website. Instructions will be provided.
Pre-recorded videos must be submitted by July 15th, 2025.
- Although pre-recorded, all videos will have a scheduled start time.
- All videos will be provided to participants in the conference website on demand library.
Paper-Research: Formal presentation of completed empirical research or research that will be completed before the conference.
- 1. Title: A concise and descriptive title that reflects the topic (12 words max).
- 2. Abstract: A brief summary of the proposal, highlighting the main objectives, methods, findings, and significance of the study (200 words max).
- 3. Introduction: An overview of the research question or problem being addressed. This section should establish the context and importance of your work within the field of educational leadership (minimum 100 words).
- 4. Literature Review: A summary of relevant research and theoretical frameworks that support the study (minimum 100 words).
- 5. Methodology: A description of the research design, methods, and procedures used in the study. This may include sampling techniques, data collection methods, and analysis strategies (minimum 100 words).
- 6. Findings: A summary of key findings or results, if applicable. This section should highlight the main contributions of your research. Studies in progress should summarize initial or anticipated findings (minimum 100 words).
- 7. Implications: An exploration of the implications of the study findings for educational practice, policy, or further research. This section should reflect on how your work contributes to the field (minimum 100 words).
- 8. Connection to Conference Theme: A brief summary of the main points and a reiteration of the significance of the study as they relate to the conference theme (minimum 100 words).
- 9. References: A list of scholarly sources cited in the proposal, following APA format.
Paper-Conceptual: Formal presentation of theoretical or conceptual work.
- 1. Title: A concise and descriptive title that reflects the topic (12 words max).
- 2. Abstract: A concise summary outlining the proposal's main concepts, arguments, and significance. (200 words max).
- 3. Introduction: An overview of the theoretical framework or concepts being addressed, including the context and relevance of the discussion in educational leadership. (minimum 100 words).
- 4. Literature Review: A brief review of relevant literature that situates the theoretical exploration within existing scholarship, highlighting key theories, models, or conceptual frameworks. (minimum 100 words).
- 5. Main Arguments/Concepts: A detailed presentation of the primary arguments or concepts to be discussed. This should include definitions, explanations, and any theoretical propositions. (minimum 100 words).
- 6. Implications: An exploration of the implications of the theoretical insights for educational practice, policy, or future research. Discuss how concepts contribute to understanding relevant issues in educational leadership (minimum 100 words).
- 7. Connection to Conference Theme: A brief summary of the main points and the significance of the theoretical contributions, emphasizing how they advance knowledge in the field as they relate to the conference theme (minimum 100 words).
- 8. References: A list of scholarly sources cited in the proposal, following APA format.
C. Virtual Roundtable Discussion [2-3 papers shared via Zoom]
Interactive discussions of research (completed or proposed) or concepts that allow feedback to promote further development and collaboration.
Presentation time: 50 minutes shared between 2-3 presentations
Submission proposal should include:
- 1. Title: A concise and descriptive title that reflects the topic (12 words max).
- 2. Abstract: A concise summary outlining the proposal's main concepts, arguments, and significance. (200 words max).
- 3. Introduction: An overview of the research problem or concepts being addressed, including the context and relevance of the discussion in educational leadership. (minimum 100 words).
- 4. Literature Review: A brief review of relevant literature that situates the proposal within existing scholarship, highlighting key theories, models, or conceptual frameworks. (minimum 100 words).
- 5. Main Arguments/Concepts/Findings: A detailed presentation of the primary arguments or concepts to be discussed. This should include definitions, explanations, theoretical propositions, or study findings. (minimum 100 words).
- 6. Implications: An exploration of the implications of the insights for educational practice, policy, or future research. Discuss how concepts contribute to understanding relevant issues in educational leadership (minimum 100 words).
- 7. Interactive Elements: An outline of strategies that will be used to encourage dialogue and interaction among roundtable participants to foster connections and collaborations. (minimum 100 words).
- 8. Connection to Conference Theme: A brief summary of the main points and the proposal's significance, emphasizing how they advance knowledge in the field as they relate to the conference theme (minimum 100 words).
- 9. References: A list of scholarly sources cited in the proposal, following APA format.
D. Virtual Poster Presentations -
Proposal submission should include:
- 1. Title: A concise and descriptive title that reflects the topic (12 words max).
- 2. Abstract: A concise summary outlining the proposal's main concepts, arguments, and significance. (200 words max).
- 3. Introduction: An overview of the research problem or concepts being addressed, including the context and relevance of the discussion in educational leadership. (minimum 100 words).
- 4. Literature Review: A brief review of relevant literature that situates the proposal within existing scholarship, highlighting key theories, models, or conceptual frameworks. (minimum 100 words).
- 5. Main Arguments/Concepts/Findings: A detailed presentation of the primary arguments or concepts to be discussed. This should include definitions, explanations, theoretical propositions, or study findings. (minimum 100 words).
- 6. Implications: An exploration of the implications of the insights for educational practice, policy, or future research. Discuss how concepts contribute to understanding relevant issues in educational leadership (minimum 100 words).
- 7. Visual Elements: An outline of techniques that will be used to communicate content clearly and concisely to participants visually. (minimum 100 words).
- 8. Connection to Conference Theme: A brief summary of the main points and the proposal's significance, emphasizing how they advance knowledge in the field as they relate to the conference theme (minimum 100 words).
- 9. References: A list of scholarly sources cited in the proposal, following APA format.
Proceedings Info: ICPEL does not publish a proceedings publication but we do encourage presenters to submit their papers for consideration to one of our three peer-reviewed journals; International Journal of Educational Leadership Preparation, Education Leadership Review, or Education Leadership Review of Doctoral Research.
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