STEM Educators Conference: Energize Your Approach to Teaching STEM!
Live: September 13, 2025 — On-Demand through December 19, 2025

CFP Opens: June 1, 2025
Deadline for proposal submissions:
July 14, 2025
Notifications of acceptance sent by:
July 28, 2025

Accepting Proposals for:

  • 45-minute concurrent sessions

Live Event: September 23 | On Demand through December 19, 2025

We want you! We’re seeking proposals from dynamic STEM educators—faculty, academic leaders, and instructors—who are driving innovation in STEM education and are committed to student success. With evolving technologies, higher education institutions are increasingly focusing on developing and strengthening STEM programs to ensure all students have the opportunity to thrive. The need of the time is to elevate STEM teaching approach. Join us and share your expertise on innovative teaching strategies, inclusive practices, and emerging technologies equipping attendees with ready-to-use ideas at our upcoming virtual conference.

TRACKS

Emerging Technologies in STEM 
This track focuses on the cutting-edge technologies that are shaping the future of STEM education, from AI and machine learning to virtual and augmented reality. Participants will explore how these innovations can be integrated into the classroom to enhance teaching and learning experiences. 

  • Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Personalized Learning 
  • The Role of Virtual and Augmented Reality in STEM Education 
  • Integrating Robotics into STEM Curriculum 
  • Using Data Analytics to Improve STEM Instruction 

Innovative Teaching Strategies in STEM 
This track examines creative and forward-thinking approaches to teaching STEM subjects, emphasizing active learning, flipped classrooms, and project-based learning. Educators will explore how to engage students and make STEM topics more accessible and enjoyable. 

  • Active Learning Techniques in STEM Education 
  • Flipped Classroom Models for STEM Courses 
  • Designing and Implementing Project-Based Learning in STEM 
  • Gamification and Interactive Learning in STEM 
  • Student Engagement Strategies in STEM Education 

Inclusive STEM Education 
This track highlights strategies to ensure STEM education is equitable and inclusive for all students, regardless of their background, gender, or ability. Sessions will focus on practical ways to create a welcoming and supportive STEM learning environment. 

  • Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in STEM Education 
  • Promoting Equity and Inclusion in STEM Fields for All Identities  
  • Supporting Students with Disabilities in STEM Courses 
  • Culturally Responsive Teaching in STEM 

STEM for Non-STEM Majors 
This track focuses on how to make STEM subjects engaging and relevant for students outside of technical disciplines. Sessions will address interdisciplinary approaches and real-world applications of STEM concepts that appeal to a wider audience. 

  • Making STEM Relevant to Non-STEM Majors 
  • Interdisciplinary Approaches to Teaching STEM 
  • Integrating Real-World Problem-Solving in STEM for Non-Majors 
  • Teaching STEM Concepts Through Case Studies and Current Events 

Special Topics 
This track will cover a range of diverse and emerging topics in STEM education, offering deep dives into specific challenges and innovative solutions that educators are currently facing. It’s a space for unique and niche discussions on the future of STEM teaching. 

  • STEM Education for Environmental Sustainability 
  • The Intersection of STEM and the Arts (STEAM) 
  • Ethical Considerations in STEM Research and Education 
  • Building Partnerships between Academia and Industry in STEM Education 

MORE INFORMATION

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

If accepted as a session presenter, you’ll make a meaningful contribution to this dynamic and interactive conference as well as extend your own network and grow professionally. All presenters must:

  • Submit an electronic version of their PowerPoint slides
  • Agree to having the session recorded for on-demand use 
  • Register for the conference (discounted fee for presenters: $299)