2025 Mid-South Workshops

2025 Mid-South Regional Call for Workshop Proposals
Greetings potential Workshop Presenter!

First and foremost, thank you for your interest in participating in this year’s AEE-MS conference as a presenter. As in years past, our presentations are an integral part of our annual conference by continuing to advance the field of experiential education.

Once submitted, your proposal will be considered for 2025 Mid-South Regional Conference and you will be notified of the status of your proposal. If your workshop is selected, you will be notified and eligible to register for the conference at the discounted presenter rate.

Lastly, should you have any questions in this process, please feel free to reach out to KC Ray aggiekc02@yahoo.com. We appreciate your investment in making this year’s conference great.

Thank you for taking the time to complete this form in detail.
Presenter Agreement*

If my workshop is selected, I agree to register for the conference at the presenter rate.
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Are you currently an AEE Member?*

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About your workshop...

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Proposed Title (15 word limit)*
Proposed Length*

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Workshop Summary (150 word limit)*

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Briefly describe your strategy to engage your workshop audience. (150 word limit)*

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How do you plan to build in reflection during or at the end of your workshop?. (150 word limit)*

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Please describe 2 or 3 outcomes participants can expect.
THEMATIC STRAND DESCRIPTIONS Select the one that is the most appropriate

Adventure-Based Programming -- Techniques and models used by practitioners to foster learning and growth in wilderness- and adventure- based programs, outdoor education, or organized camping. Topics could include, but are not limited to: challenge course building/design, universal programming/design, initiatives and trustbuilding activities, climbing, boating, expeditions, and wilderness medicine.AEE Leadership Development -- Workshops designed for AEE current and potential leaders and presenters. Topics could include, but should not be limited to: first-timer orientation, how to write a proposal, presenter development process, regional or Professional Group leader training or development, board and committee development, how to put on an AEE conference or event, general membership meeting, and AEE accreditation or publications training or meetings.Art and Science of Teaching -- We all teach no matter in what thematic strand we operate. Topics could include, but are not limited to: techniques of effective teaching (i.e., what’s in your teaching toolbox?), the “art” of teaching, skills necessary to be an effective teacher and an efficient learner, techniques to enhance learning, how multiple ways of seeing and thinking influence learning and teaching.Schools and Colleges -- Experiential teaching and learning for primary, secondary and higher education. Topics could include, but are not limited to: collaborative learning, empowerment-based education, service-learning, adult education, inquiry and action learning, problem-based instruction, peer education, simulation and role playing, learning style–appropriate teaching, and lab-based instruction. Workshops may also focus on unique theories and models of programs, including co-curricular education, integrating adventure into the curriculum, interdisciplinary learning, learning communities, youth development, values and character development, and community-based education.Experience-Based Training and Development --Techniques and theories to facilitate growth and development of and within organizations. Topics could include, but are not limited to: team building, leadership development, assessing clients' needs, program design and evaluation, facilitating strategic planning, visioning, business transformation, and systems thinking.Environmental Education/Nature Study --Techniques, models, and curriculum used by practitioners to foster environmental literacy and learning about environmental issues and the natural world. Topics could include, but are not limited to: environmental awareness and stewardship, sustainability, nature studies, conservation, and minimal-impact techniques.Facilitation/Processing -- Cross-disciplinary techniques, tools and models for exploring philosophy, practice, methodology, self-development and growth as a practitioner working with groups in a variety of settings. Topics could include, but are not limited to: challenge by choice, full-value contracts, group dynamics and development, framing, reflection, facilitating the experiential learning cycle, observation skills, technical skills, collaboration and co-facilitation, and developing professional skills.Mind/Body/Spirit -- Integrating all dimensions of the human being as an essential aspect of experiential education. Topics could include, but are not limited to: creativity, yoga, meditation, martial arts, personal wellness, prayer and other practices that involve a synthesis of spirituality, mindfulness and body work.Program Administration -- Managing risk, responding to trends, promoting and marketing, maintaining client relations, fiscal management and staff development. Topics could include, but are not limited to: grant writing, strategic planning, capital campaigns, partnerships, accreditation, certification, insurance, internship programs, training, supervision, and site development.Research and Evaluation-- Theories related to experiential learning, new and continuing research results, evaluation methods and outcomes.Social Justice and Ethics -- Social and ethical issues and questions as they relate to experiential education. Topics could include, but are not limited to: issues of ethnicity, class, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability and multi-culturalism. Also includes professional standards, ethics and integrity.Therapeutic -- Therapeutic application and underlying theories and models of adventure-based practice in mental health, corrections, substance abuse, health and related fields. Topics could include, but are not limited to: clinical assessment, treatment modalities, ethics of client treatment, and workshops that blend other forms of experiential practice (art, drama, music, animal assisted, etc.) for therapeutic purpose.
How will this workshop help to develop community within the Mid-South Region and the greater AEE community?
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Would you be willing to conduct your workshop outside, if inside space is limited?*

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2025 Mid-South Regional Call for Workshop Proposals

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