ISO Fresh Perspectives for EDspaces 2020 — Call for Presentations Now Open

(Silver Spring, MD) — The Education Market Association (EDmarket) is calling upon thought leaders to shape the future of learning at EDspaces, November 11-13, 2020 in Charlotte, NC. EDspaces features more than 100 speakers presenting education sessions on emerging trends, thought-provoking topics, and evolutionary concepts for the educational environment.

Industry professionals and education leaders are invited to share their knowledge and expertise by submitting proposals for engaging presentations focusing on proven practices and evidenced-based research shaping the future for educators and students. The EDspaces Education Committee is developing a series of curated sessions that inform and support excellence in educational facilities in the following program areas: Community Engagement; Design/Project Management; Environment/Health/ Sustainability; Facility Operations/Best Practices; Funding/Equity; Pedagogy/Student Outcomes; Post Occupancy/Research; and Technology & Infrastructure.

“The EDspaces education program facilitates the foundation for engaging conversations happening during all aspects of the event,” says Jim McGarry, EDmarket President/ CEO. “We welcome creative thinkers to share their unique perspectives and experiences about integrating instructional technology, space and pedagogical needs to improve student outcomes.”

EDmarket has developed specialized partnerships with leading professional and trade organizations including the American Institute of Architects Committee on Architecture for Education (AIA-CAE), the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)’s Center for Green Schools, and AVIXA, among others. The AIA-CAE co-locates their Fall Meeting at EDspaces providing valuable assistance with education and tour planning.

Enhance student outcomes, advance the profession, gain visibility by submitting a proposal. Deadline: March 10, 2020.

About EDspaces: The global education community of key professionals who plan, design and manage innovative learning environments gather annually at EDspaces. Leaders and decision makers from school districts and colleges, architects, interior designers, dealers and exhibitors work together to solve challenges and inspire learning environment transformation advancing student outcomes. www.ed-spaces.com

About EDmarket: The Education Market Association (EDmarket) connects people who want to succeed in the education market by providing events, resources and leadership to those serving education. www.edmarket.org

American Consortium for Equity in Education

The American Consortium for Equity in Education, publisher of the "Equity & Access" journal, celebrates and connects the educators, associations, community partners and industry leaders who are working to solve problems and create a more equitable environment for historically underserved pre K-12 students throughout the United States.