Call For Papers

Unlocking Human Potential To Learn
International Conference
August 19-25, 2001
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Call For Papers

SESSION FORMAT OPTIONS

Individual Papers

Papers for the conference are being accepted on any aspect related to enhancing learning potential, particularly but not restricted to Dr. Reuven Feuerstein’s theories of Structural Cognitive Modifiability (SCM) and Mediated Learning Experience (MLE), or their applications—Learning Potential Assessment Device (LPAD) and Instrumental Enrichment (IE). Individual papers must focus on any one of the themes listed as follows.

Themes

Developing critical skills for lifelong learners
Improving learning effectiveness and efficiency in technical and vocational education and training
Working effectively with learners from diverse cultural experiences
Improving learning effectiveness and efficiency of workplace education and training
Challenging gifted learners
Enhancing learning skills of learners with special needs

Presenters may focus on issues relating to research, case studies, best practices, innovative approaches, strategies, issues relating to applications, policy implications, theory, and emerging trends. Presentations will be one hour in length followed by a thirty-minute discussion.

The paper should consist of approximately 4000 words. It must be word-processed, single-spaced, and left-justified using Times New Roman 12-point font. Inclusion of endnotes, footnotes, headers, and page numbers are not encouraged. Titles should be bold and centred. References must follow the style conventions of the
American Psychological Association (Publications Manual, 3rd edition).

Panel discussions

Participants in the conference panel discussions will exchange ideas and information about best practices, exemplary projects, case studies and current issues and concerns. Papers from panel discussion leaders are now being accepted. The panel discussions will also focus on the main themes of the conference, as listed above.
Each panel member will prepare a ten-minute position paper that focuses on one of the conference themes.

ABSTRACTS

Deadline for submitting abstracts for paper presentations or panel discussions: Wednesday, February 28, 2001
Length: 100-150 words
Deadline for papers to be included in conference proceedings: May 1, 2001

PROCEDURE

To submit an abstract, complete the attached Proposal Cover Sheet form and mail, fax, or e-mail both the form and the abstract to:

Riva K. Bartell, Ph.D., C. Psych., Professor
Counselling Psychology & Clinical School Psychology Department of Educational Administration, Foundations and Psychology
402 Education Building, University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R3T 2N2
Telephone: (204) 474-9048
Fax: (204) 474-7696
Email: unevoc@umanitoba.ca
Web: www.umanitoba.ca/unevoc
For further information or to confirm the suitability of an idea for a paper, please contact Dr. Riva Bartell at the above address.

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE

Conference organizers will notify all prospective presenters regarding the status of their papers by March 23, 2001. Conference registration will be waived for chosen presenters.