Explorance World

Call for Presentations

Submission Due: February 28th at 5 PM EDT

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1. Introduction

Help shape the future of feedback analytics in the higher education, business, and learning and development communities by becoming a speaker at Explorance World 2025!

Explorance World is the premier global event for professionals committed to nurturing student success, driving teaching effectiveness, and elevating the employee experience through feedback.

Join Explorance product users and subject matter experts by lending your expertise in the form of case studies, research, best practice discussions, and more throughout the four-day learning experience.

Submit Your Proposal

2. Tracks and Sessions

Explorance World is where student and employee experience leaders connect, share, learn, and grow. You’re invited to submit a presentation proposal that aligns with this year’s overall conference theme: Amplifying Voices. Inspiring Progress. The Power of Feedback and AI in Education and Workplaces.

Successful session formats from previous events include best practice discussions, Explorance solution case studies, and thought leadership pieces.

Please submit a presentation proposal that aligns with one of the following tracks:

Tracks Theme

Higher Education Tracks

Track 01

Developing a Robust Student Feedback Strategy

Presentations: in this track are designed to help attendees implement a student feedback project framework built on a proven strategy or approach. Attendees will be most interested in hearing you share ideas and best practices related to collecting and using student feedback to drive positive change, as well as how institutions can effectively incorporate their student voice into the teaching and learning experience.

Topic Examples:

The strategic benefits of a successful student feedback strategy.
How to implement effective student feedback collection strategies that incorporate multiple sources (e.g., course/program evaluations, self-assessments, and/or peer-to-peer reviews).
How to best use the right AI-powered software in your student feedback strategies.

Track 02

Survey & Evaluation Design and Technology Configuration

Presentations: in this track aim to help attendees design surveys and evaluations that leverage a dynamic, customizable software solution for administering, analyzing, and reporting data. Attendees will be most interested in gaining knowledge about survey design that prioritizes security, scalability, and integration with systems like SIS and LMS), all of which facilitate turning feedback data into actionable campus-wide enhancements.

Topic Examples:

Best practices for, and lessons learned in, setting up projects and reports using basic and/or advanced features in Blue.
Explorations of what’s possible regarding feedback analytics software customization and the resulting data insights.
AI-powered comment analysis and its capability to extract sentiment, emotions, themes, and trends from open-ended feedback comments

Track 03

Reporting and Analytics that Transform Student Feedback into Action

Presentations: in this track should help attendees unlock meaningful insights from student feedback collected from multiple sources or platforms. Attendees will be most interested in information on how educators and administrators can use analytics to make data-driven choices, adapt teaching and support services to address student needs, and focus on feedback most relevant to individual stakeholders and their goals.

Topic Examples:

How to develop a reporting strategy that transforms key data points into actionable insights for enhancing student retention, success, and teaching effectiveness.
How analytics dashboards can provide at-a-glance insights that empower instructors, administrators, and institutional leaders.
How AI can streamline the analysis of vast amounts of student comments and feedback data to offer personalized recommendations for next steps.

3. Presentation Proposal Format and Submission

To submit your presentation proposal, click the "Submit Your Proposal" button on this page.

Submit Your Proposal

Here's what you'll need to prepare for your proposal submission:

Track: Choose the presentation track that best suits your industry and proposal.
Title: Craft a catchy presentation or panel title (up to 100 characters) to grab attention.
Proposal Description:Summarize your proposal in a 150-300-word abstract.
Presenter(s): Share presenter(s) details (names, email addresses, job titles, and organization).

Example of a presentation title and abstract:

Title: Transforming Your Course Evaluations Process with AI to Be More Future-Proof

Abstract: With the vast amount of student data generated by course evaluations, more and more Higher Education Institutions are harnessing the power of AI to derive actionable insights that were once elusive. AI-powered tools like Explorance MLY can sift through student feedback, uncovering nuanced patterns, sentiments, and trends that inform more effective pedagogical strategies.

In this session, we explore the role of AI in tailoring educational experiences. Specifically, we’ll examine how predictive analytics identify at-risk students and enable timely interventions to ensure their success. Also, discover how personalized course recommendations and resources based on past evaluations and individual learning styles reshape curricula.

If your proposal is selected, the conference registration fee will be waived for each presenter. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

4. Ten Tips for Preparing Your Presentation

Below are some tips based on the feedback from past Explorance user conference attendees.

Tip 01

Start with a Clear Message: Define your presentation's main message or key takeaway. This should be a concise statement that guides the entire presentation.

Tip 02

Simplicity is Key: Avoid clutter. Each slide should focus on one main point. Simple, uncluttered slides are easier for the audience to follow.

Tip 03

Limit Text: Keep text on slides to a minimum. Use bullet points, keywords, and short phrases rather than lengthy paragraphs. Your slides should support your spoken words, not replace them.

Tip 04

Visuals Matter: Use high-quality images, graphics, and charts to convey your points. Visuals can make complex concepts easier to understand and more engaging. (If you’re using screenshots from Explorance Solutions, including Blue, MTM, or MLY, contact us for high-quality versions).

Tip 05

Consistent Design: Maintain a consistent design throughout your presentation. Use the same fonts, colors, and layout to create a cohesive and professional look. (Explorance will provide a PPT template to all presenters).

Tip 06

Consider Accessibility: Make your presentation accessible by using readable fonts, good color contrast, and providing alternative text for images.

Tip 07

Explorance Product: If your presentation mentions an Explorance product or feature, briefly describe what it is to help the audience.

Tip 08

Audience-Centered: Always consider your audience's perspective. What will be most valuable or interesting to them? Tailor your content to your specific audience.

Tip 09

Inserting Videos: Make sure your video is in a compatible format like MP4, choose auto-play and looping options, position it thoughtfully, and test it on your presentation equipment to ensure it plays smoothly and audibly. Additionally, consider using slide transitions to integrate the video seamlessly.

Tip 10

Leave Room for Questions: Allocate time for questions and discussion at the end. This shows you value your audience's input. Typically, presentations are 30 minutes long, with approximately 10 minutes for questions and answers.

5. Empowering Your Presentation Journey at Explorance World

Rest assured, we're here to support you every step of the journey. An Explorer will contact you within the month of the conference to address any inquiries and ensure you're fully prepared for your presentation.

Additionally, watch for the soon-to-be-released Explorance World presentation template, offering a seamless way to align your visuals with the event's theme. We're dedicated to making your presentation an unforgettable part of the conference.

If you have any questions, please contact us.

The deadline to submit your proposal is February 28th at 5 PM EDT. We will contact you with further information if your proposal is selected by March 15th. We greatly appreciate your interest in presenting at the Explorance World conference.