The X International GUIDE Conference “Optimizing Higher Education for the Professional Student: A balance of flexibility, quality and cultural sensitivity”, will be held on September 16-18, 2015 at the University of Applied Sciences Technikum Wien (Vienna), Austria’s largest technical university of applied sciences that offers both traditional and distance degree programs. The conference aims to promote discussion on improving higher education, bringing to light the needs of the evolving 21st century student and proposing new pedagogical strategies and technologies for meeting those needs. Particular attention will also be given to the continuing education and training of the working professional student, as well as the essential role of international collaboration and cultural sensitivity in the advancement of higher education research and technology.

Main themes:

• The Evolution of the University Student
  • Researching the Impact of Social, Economic and Cultural Factors and Technological Trends
• Assuring Quality, Flexibility and Access in Distance Education
  • New Technologies for the Professional Student
  • Meeting the Needs of Students with Disabilities
  • Case studies and research findings
• Career-Oriented Distance Education and Corporate Training
  • Bridging the Gap Between Theory and Application
  • Continuing Education for the Working Professional
  • Models for Increased Efficiency and Productivity in the Workplace
• Connecting with the 21st Century Learner
  • Innovation in Pedagogy, Methodology and ICT to Meet the Needs of the Evolving Student
  • Strategies and Tips for Effective Teaching
  • Learning Games and Media Education
• European Citizenship and Beyond
  • Open and Distance Learning for National, International and European Collaboration and Research
  • Successful examples of EU-funded projects

To submit your proposal as a speaker or to register as a co-author or an auditor, please fill out the following Registration form http://www.guideassociation.org/10internationalconference_2015/index.php/en/registration-form?view=form 

Deadlines

• Abstract submission: July 15, 2015
• Final paper submission: July 20, 2015
• Early registration: June 29, 2015
• Standard registration: July 20, 2015
• Late registration: after 20 July 2015

Conference Fees

• Regular participants 350-400 €
• Reductions:
  • GUIDE Members: 250-300 €
  • Students: Free*