2024 Call for Showcase proposals |
The call is currently open for Showcases only, for sessions and Pre-Conference workshops we look forward to hearing from you from September 2024.
Ecsite welcomes all professionals, both Ecsite members and non-members, working in and supporting the field of science engagement, to submit proposals for the Ecsite 2024 Conference.
Please read the following information to help you submit a successful proposal.
The Ecsite Conference is the annual science engagement Conference covering a broad range of subjects. From interactive exhibitions in science centres to collections in natural history museums, public engagement in science programmes, to STEAM education activities and management strategy. We welcome sessions and speakers who encourage engaging peer learning, critical reflection, push our shared practice further, and offer a broad overview of case studies from across the world.
The fact that the programme is created by and for experts in engagement and learning is unique. The result is a broad programme with something for all, delivered through a diverse mix of panels, debates, workshops and other formats. The Ecsite Conference audience is very responsive, likes to be involved and challenged.
We are accepting submissions for Travelling Exhibition Showcase, Grand Bazaar and MakeEcsite on a first come first served rolling basis. Closing date proposal submissions 13 April 2024
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Super early bird registration opens 14 Feb 2024
Super early bird registration closes 13 Mar 2024
Early bird registration closes 17 Apr 2024
Online registration closes 22 May 2024
ECSITE 2024 CONFERENCE SLOVENIA
One Day Pre-Conference Workshops 5 June 2024
Main Conference 6-8 June 2024
The following speaking opportunities are still open for 2024, Ecsite members and non-members alike:
SHOWCASES 6-8 JUNE
We also offer speakers the opportunity to speak at one of four showcase sessions. Showcases are comprised of multiple, individual speakers, presenting for a few minutes.
Travelling Exhibition Showcase
- A preview of current and upcoming travelling science exhibitions across Europe and the world
- Fast-paced session, for 1 person to speak for 4 minutes to promote a travelling exhibition
- We welcome in-person only presentations and 1 speaker per organisation
Grand Bazaar
- Hands-on activities showcase
- For enthusiastic experts who are ready to show off their practical ways to engage the public in making, building, playing and experimenting
- Each presenter(s) will have their own table for the duration of the showcase to present their activity
- We welcome in-person only presentations
MakeEcsite - Show and Connect
- A showcase in the Tinkering and Making space
- For anyone who wants to share a tinkering or making project with the community especially if it’s a work-in-progress or a rough draft
- We welcome all types of work and mediums including art projects, exhibit prototypes, cooking, and explorations of technology, science, and recycled materials.
- Submitters should bring a physical artefact or prototype to present during the 1-hour session.
4. How to submit a successful Showcase/Grand Bazaar proposal
This will ensure you have all the facts at hand before starting.
b) FORMULATE YOUR PITCHYour pitch should follow the theme of the showcase and consist of a name of the project/exhibition/activity and a short description. Please include these in the submission form in the “title and abstract” session. You will also find additional questions to answer, depending on the showcase at which you are applying to talk.
Please note that all speakers must register for the conference and pay the registration fee.
c) WATCH WIKTOR'S GUIDE TO SUBMITTING A SHOWCASE/GRAND BAZAAR PROPOSAL
Events Manager Wiktor is here to help you with a guide to submitting a Showcase/Grand Bazaar proposal here.
CREATE AN ACCOUNT ON THE ECSITE EXORDO CONFERENCE WEBSITE We are using a new programme to manage submissions, called ExOrdo. One member of the group should log in and create the submission. The email addresses of all speakers will be required to complete the submission. Create an account and submit via this link Please note speakers appearing in multiple speaking opportunities should use the same email address for all. |
Here are just a few final tips to help you on your way
- All Speakers and Facilitators pay the same Conference fee as all other participants
- Ecsite is committed to giving as many opportunities as possible for people to speak, therefore if you have already been accepted for 3 speaking moments at Ecsite 2024, you will not be accepted for the showcases.
- A person could be a Speaker and/or Facilitator at a maximum of three sessions (excluding the Pre-Conference workshops)
- Please avoid resubmitting presentations in previous Ecsite conferences
- This is an open and honest peer learning moment, sharing failures and learnings is a good thing
- Unfortunately, the Programming Committee are unable to enter into discussions about the outcome of the assessment process
- Anyone can submit a proposal whether an Ecsite member or non-member
- If you have read to here and you still have a question, please contact Ecsite's Event Manager Wiktor who will be very happy to help you