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At MACE, we believe the best professional learning comes directly from educators in the field. Presenting at our annual conference offers a platform to showcase your classroom innovations, lead meaningful discussions, and inspire peers across Mid-America with practical, student-centered strategies.

Whether you are a classroom teacher, instructional coach, tech integrationist, or administrator, sharing your experience helps build a stronger, more connected community of practice.

Conference Learning Strands

We welcome session proposals aligned with our four core learning strands:

  • Strand 1: Connected Pedagogy & Active Learning

    Explore how students learn, retain content, and actively engage with subject matter. Sessions focus on evidence-based strategies, active learning techniques, literacy for all, and practical tech integration.

  • Strand 2: Connected Feedback & Assessment

    Focus on measuring growth and checking for understanding in real time. Topics include formative assessment loops, actionable feedback strategies, and digital tools that streamline tracking student progress.

  • Strand 3: Connected Communities & Culture

    Build environments centered on relationships, inclusion, and belonging. Sessions cover Universal Design for Learning (UDL), digital citizenship, student digital wellness, and creating equitable learning spaces.

  • Strand 4: Connected Leadership & Coaching

    Empower leaders driving school-wide initiatives, instructional coaching, and Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). Ideal for administrators, coaches, and strategic tech leaders driving systemic impact.

Why Present at MACE?

  • Lead & Connect: Position yourself as a regional advocate for modern education while expanding your professional network.

  • Actionable Impact: Help colleagues take back "just-in-time" strategies they can implement immediately in their schools and classrooms.

  • Professional Growth: Elevate your presentation skills and showcase work aligned with current state, national, and pedagogical standards.

Submission & Notification

All proposals are evaluated by the MACE Review Committee based on relevance, engagement, and alignment with our four learning strands.

  • Proposal Status: You will receive an official email notification regarding your proposal acceptance within three weeks after the submission deadline.

  • A red button with a white icon of a man and a woman.Sharing your expertise at MACE is a rewarding way to grow professionally and inspire colleagues across the region. Below are the session formats, presenter policies, and registration details for accepted lead presenters and co-presenters.

    • One co-presenter allowed per session
    • Co-presenters will not be listed in the conference schedule
    • Co-presenters must register for the conference
    • Co-presenters must pay the conference fee

  • Strand 1: Connected Pedagogy & Active Learning

    • AI-Powered Workflows: Using generative AI to build differentiated lesson plans and active learning prompts in under five minutes.
    • Gamified Classrooms: Transforming standard lessons into interactive quests and simulations using tools like Pear Deck, Gimkit, or Classcraft.
    • Multi-Modal Literacy: Integrating digital storytelling, student podcasting, and video creation into everyday humanities and science units.
    • Practical Tech Integration: Everyday classroom hacks that pair digital tools with hands-on, collaborative learning.

    Strand 2: Connected Feedback & Assessment

    • Real-Time Formative Loops: Utilizing live polling and instant response tools (e.g., Kahoot!, Formative, Quizizz) to adapt instruction mid-lesson.
    • Audio & Video Feedback: Giving personalized, multimodal teacher feedback using tools like Mote or Loom to build stronger teacher-student rapport.
    • Data-Driven Dashboards: Simplifying student growth tracking without getting lost in spreadsheets.
    • Self-Assessment & Reflection: Teaching students how to use digital portfolios (e.g., Seesaw, Google Sites) to track and reflect on their own progress.

    Strand 3: Connected Communities & Culture

    • Universal Design for Learning (UDL): Leveraging accessibility features (screen readers, closed captioning, dictation) so every student thrives.
    • Digital Citizenship in the AI Era: Moving beyond basic internet safety to teach healthy digital footprints, media literacy, and ethical AI use.
    • Student Digital Wellness: Practical strategies to help students balance screen time, combat digital fatigue, and build healthy tech habits.
    • Fostering Belonging: Using collaborative platforms to build inclusive, supportive online and in-person classroom environments.

    Strand 4: Connected Leadership & Coaching

    • Building Sustainable PLCs: Leveraging collaborative digital hubs to streamline Professional Learning Communities across districts or grade-level teams.
    • Instructional Coaching Frameworks: Strategies for EdTech coaches and mentors to build trust, model tools, and support reluctant tech adopters.
    • Leading School-Wide Initiatives: Best practices for administrators orchestrating large-scale software rollouts, AI policies, or digital citizenship programs.
    • Strategic Tech Vision: Aligning technology investments with meaningful pedagogical outcomes rather than just buying new hardware.

     

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    • Waived Lead Presenter Registration: If your proposal is accepted, your full conference registration fee is automatically waived, and you will be registered for the event.
    • Co-Presenter Policy:
      • You may include one co-presenter per session block.
      • Co-presenters must register independently and pay the standard conference registration fee.
    • Only the primary lead presenter will be listed in the official conference program schedule.

  • Presenter AV, Internet & Resource Guidelines

    Everything you need to deliver an engaging session is ready for you at the K-State Alumni Center and Student Union.

    Equipment & Technical Setup

    • Provided Room Setup: Each presentation room comes equipped with an LCD projector and screen. On-site technical support from MACE and KSU staff will be available each day to help ensure your session runs smoothly.

    • Bring Your Own Device (BYOD): Presenters must bring their own laptop or tablet, along with any necessary display adapters/dongles (e.g., HDMI, USB-C) and external speakers if your presentation includes audio.

    • Arrive Early: Please arrive at your assigned room early to confirm your room setup, test display connections, and verify audio before attendees arrive.

    Wireless & Network Access

    • Wi-Fi Connection: Complimentary wireless internet is available throughout the venue via the KSU Guest network.

    • Wired Connections: If your session requires a dedicated wired Ethernet connection, please indicate this on your registration form. Every effort will be made to accommodate wired connection requests at the presenter table, though it cannot be guaranteed.

    • District IT Preparation: Check with your school district’s IT department before arriving to ensure your device is configured to connect seamlessly to external guest networks.

    Session Handouts & Resource Sharing

    • Digital Handouts (Recommended): You can upload electronic resources, slide decks, and templates directly to our conference app so attendees can access them digitally before, during, and after your session.

    • Paper Handouts: If you choose to bring printed materials, plan for approximately 30 paper handouts per session (larger audiences may attend depending on topic interest).

    • Duration Options: Sessions are scheduled in standard 45-minute blocks. You may request two consecutive blocks for an extended 90-minute workshop.

     

    • Format Types: Choose the format that best suits your content:
      • Talk: Direct presentation or lecture-style delivery with audience Q&A.
      • Demonstration: Live, hands-on walkthroughs of software, AI tools, or active learning techniques.
      • Roundtable Discussion: Facilitated group dialogue on leadership, coaching, or regional tech initiatives.

    • • Popular Topics: High-demand sessions may be selected for an encore performance during the conference schedule.

    • Educational Focus: Educator presentation sessions are strictly non-commercial spaces reserved for peer sharing, pedagogy, and practical strategies.

    • Vendor Showcases: Sessions may not be used to promote, sell, or pitch commercial products or services. Product demonstrations are reserved exclusively for Vendor Sessions and the Vendor Courtyard.