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P R O P O S A L S: Widening the Circle Conference 2009
June 19, 2008, Rhode Island School of Design, Providence, Rhode Island Presented by: New England Consortium of Artist-Educator Professionals, including the state arts councils of Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Vermont, Maine and New Hampshire, in partnership with the Rhode Island School of Design The sponsors and partners are seeking proposals from teaching artists, practitioners and experts in new media/technology applications from across New England. What do I/we submit? Descriptions of proposed workshops or presentations that address the needs of New England teaching artists, in one of four theme areas (see below). Who will select the sessions and how? A panel of conference coordinators will select presenters and offerings. What are you looking for? The selection process will seek to provide offerings for teaching artists in all disciplines and at many stages of their professional careers. We don’t encourage proposals that consist solely of a “show-andtell” of a particular project, except for possible Pecha Kucha presentations. Slots may vary in length, but workshops are likely to be 90 minutes or 2 hours. Proposals should address one or more of the following themes: Creating (performing and visual and literary arts) with technology/new media tools Sharing and documenting work created (or in creation) using technology /new media as the vehicle for sharing Reflecting on/discussing work using technology/new media as the discussion vehicle Marketing oneself as a teaching artist using technology/new media
We also encourage you to consider: Participatory Design: Participatory workshops/presentations include opportunities for attendees to be actively engaged in the session (as opposed to being passive observers). Reflective Practice: Sessions with a reflective component provide an opportunity for the participants to consider the overall impact of a project or idea, explore essential questions, propose opportunities for replication, etc. How will I/we apply? Fill out the RFP below and email your form to necap@aannh.org What is the DEADLINE? All proposals must be submitted by email by February 6, 2009.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Presenter Name: Co-Presenters (if any): Address: Organizational Affiliation (if any): Phone(s) (and best time to reach you): Email (required): __________________ For each proposed presentation (please copy & paste for multiple submissions) Title of the presentation(s): Your topic (ONE sentence): Preferred format(s) (workshop, discussion, pecha kucha, etc.) Which of the theme areas does presentation address: __ Creating (performing and visual and literary arts) with technology/new media tools __ Sharing and documenting work created (or in creation) using technology /new media as the vehicle for sharing __ Reflecting on/discussing work using technology/new media as the discussion vehicle __ Marketing oneself as a teaching artist using technology/new media Preferred length of time: Maximum # of participants: ________ Brief description of your session (100 words or less): Summarize the outcomes for your target audience(s) (e.g., what will participants walk away knowing, understanding, etc.): Presenter Biography (no more than 75 words): Technical/Supplies: What will you need, and what can you provide? Requested fee (please note that if your presentation is selected, we will discuss available funds with you) Suggestions for other presenters (and contact information if available):