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The Teaching for Learning Conference (T4L) is the flagship annual event organized by the Intermountain Consortium of Faculty Developers. Held over three days, T4L brings together educators and leaders from across higher education in the USA and overseas, to explore innovative teaching and learning practices and share the latest research. This year, the T4L conference is proudly hosted by the Office of Teaching and Learning at Utah Valley University, providing a vibrant platform for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and professional development.

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Conference Theme: Reflecting, Rethinking, and Redefining Teaching

In a world where technology, culture, and global dynamics shift at breakneck speed, what was cutting-edge yesterday may be obsolete tomorrow. From industries evolving overnight to new essential skills emerging, higher education finds itself at the forefront of transformation.

As educators and practitioners, this presents us with a unique challenge—and opportunity. This conference invites you to reflect on your practices, rethink your approaches, and redefine your actions to better prepare students for the demands of a rapidly changing world

Join us for insightful discussions, workshops, and presentations exploring how higher education can stay relevant and impactful in this brave new world. From AI literacy and ethics to fostering lifelong learning, the sessions will challenge your perspectives and offer actionable strategies for the classroom.

Call for Proposals

We are seeking examples of practices that have demonstrably impacted or have the potential to impact student success. We welcome proposals from individuals or teams across single or multiple institutions, employers, and other partners. Students’ proposals are also welcome.

Thematic Areas for Submission:

Teaching Through Change: How are you navigating the challenges of integrating AI into teaching, addressing ethics, bias, and privacy while fostering AI literacy?
Empowering Lifelong Learners: What strategies have you employed to develop self-directed learning, growth mindsets, and resilience in students?
Fostering Community and Belonging: How do you build and maintain meaningful relationships with students?
Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL): Present evidence-based practices that provide insights into teaching in today’s evolving educational landscape.

Session Formats:

Interactive Breakout/Workshop – Facilitate a hands-on, engaging workshop where participants can work through practical applications of teaching and learning innovations.
Research Discussion – Share your research or project outcomes that have had a measurable effect on student success.
Roundtable Session – Lead a discussion on a teaching or learning topic where participants can share insights and strategies in a collaborative setting.
Poster Presentation – Present visual summaries of your research, projects, or initiatives to facilitate informal discussions.

Submission Guidelines:

Proposals should be no longer than 500 words and clearly outline the intended outcomes for participants.
Deadline for submissions: December 15, 2024

Submit your proposal

Conference Schedule

Wednesday, February 26

11:30am - 1:30pm | Check-In

1:30pm - 3pm | Keynote | Dr. Kyle Reyes, Vice President of Institutional Advancement, Utah Valley University

3:15pm - 4pm | Breakout Sessions

4:15pm - 5pm | Breakout Sessions

Thurday, February 27

7:45 - 8:45am | Breakfast & Check-In

9:00am - 10:30am | Keynote

10:45am - 11:30am | Breakout Sessions

12:00pm - 1:00pm | Lunch

1:30pm - 2:15pm | Breakout Sessions

2:30pm - 3:15pm | Breakout Sessions

3:30pm - 4:00pm | Breakout Sessions

4:15pm - 5:00pm | Breakout Sessions

Friday, February 28

7:45 - 8:45am | Breakfast

9:00am - 10:30am | Keynote

10:30am - 12:00pm | Poster Session

Keynote Speakers

Dr. Kyle Reyes

Vice President of Institutional Advancment, Utah Valley University

Dr. Kyle Reyes is a university vice president and tenured professor of Multicultural Education dedicated to creating greater access and opportunity for historically underrepresented students and professionals in educational spaces. His approach is rooted in the assumption that all individuals have rich histories and stories that need to be heard, validated, and celebrated. In his current position as VP of Institutional Advancement at Utah Valley University, he feels privileged to help tell the stories of tens of thousands of students who have been deeply impacted by UVU and our thousands of generous supporters.

He is also an artist, speaker, and consultant. Dr. Reyes has consulted with, and/or presented to, organizations in 33 states and Canada in various sectors including: K-12 education, higher education, business, community task forces, and faith groups. He has given more than 700 presentations over the past 19 years on issues of humanity, diversity, inclusion, art, equity, voice, identity, multiculturalism, and leadership. He is a Pacific Islander and Asian American street and cultural artist with a focus on helping indigenous and Pacific Islander youth connect with their sense of identity, voice, and authenticity through various art forms.

Dr. Reyes is the author of the book, Lenses of Humanity: How Reflection, Connection and Empathy Can Heal Our World. The book focuses on how individuals and organizations can improve how we show up for one another in terms of our awareness, understanding, disposition, attitude, and skills to connect along lines of difference.

Dr. Reyes holds a B.A. in Visual Arts – Graphic Design and an M.Ed. in Educational Leadership & Foundations from Brigham Young University, as well as a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership & Policy from the University of Utah.