Call for Proposals
Now Accepting Proposals for 45-Minute Concurrent Sessions
We want you! We’re seeking innovative and passionate instructional design professionals to submit a proposal to present a 45-minute concurrent session or a digital poster session at our 2026 virtual conference.
Submitting a proposal is easy! Simply fill out the form and select the track that best fits.
All proposals must include:
- Session title and abstract
- Content and context
- Three literature references
- Relevance
- Engagement activities
Proposal Submission Deadline
June 26, 2026
Acceptance Notifications sent by
July 13, 2026
Conference Live Online
September 15-16, 2026
Tracks
AI and Technology in Instructional Design
Technology is transforming instructional design, from AI-driven efficiencies to cutting-edge tools that enhance learning experiences. This track explores how instructional designers can effectively and ethically integrate AI into their workflow, support faculty in creating AI-resistant assessments, and prepare students for responsible AI use. Additionally, sessions will showcase the latest innovations—including technology, LMS advancements, video, and podcasting—providing practical strategies for leveraging emerging technologies to create engaging, effective courses.
Workload Management and Flexibility
Balancing daily responsibilities with evolving priorities is a constant challenge for instructional designers. This track explores strategies for managing workload efficiently, implementing time-saving processes, and handling the continuous need for course updates. Sessions will also address leadership perspectives, offering insights for supervisors and directors on how to maintain team engagement while adapting to urgent, high-priority projects without disrupting long-term initiatives.
Inclusivity and Accessibility
Designing courses that are accessible and inclusive ensures that all learners, including neurodivergent students and those from diverse backgrounds, have an equitable learning experience. This track explores strategies for creating universally designed courses, implementing accessibility best practices, and fostering inclusive learning environments. Sessions will cover topics such as designing for neurodiversity, supporting diverse learning needs, and using technology to enhance accessibility in course materials.
Coaching and Collaborating with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)
Working with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) is both an art and a science. This track focuses on strategies for building effective partnerships, streamlining the course design process, and overcoming common collaboration challenges. Sessions will explore techniques for coaching SMEs, managing expectations, maintaining project momentum, and fostering productive working relationships—so you can successfully bring courses to life without frustration.
Show & Tell: Innovations in Instructional Design
Ever wish you could peek behind the curtain of another instructional designer’s work? This track is your chance! Join fellow IDs as they showcase innovative projects, share their design processes, and walk through the decisions, challenges, and outcomes that shaped their work. Whether it’s a unique course feature, a creative use of technology, or a fresh approach to faculty collaboration, this is a space to learn from real-world examples and spark new ideas for your own practice.
Special Topics in Instructional Design
Not every topic fits neatly into a single category, and that’s where this track comes in! Designed to capture emerging trends, niche challenges, and innovative practices that push the boundaries of instructional design, these sessions dive into the unique, the experimental, and the unexpected. Whether it’s navigating institutional politics, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, tackling design, or exploring unconventional instructional strategies, this track is the space for fresh perspectives and dynamic discussions.