Call for Papers

Welcome to the official website of the 5th Global Conference on Education and Research (GLOCER 2024), which will be held on December 16-19, 2024 in Sarasota, FL. Proudly organized and sponsored by the the University of South Florida M3 Center, this prestigious event continues its tradition of excellence for the fifth time. For more information, please see our previous conferences here.

GLOCER Conference is dedicated to bringing together a vibrant community of researchers, scientists, scholars, and students to exchange groundbreaking ideas, share their latest research findings, and discuss the future of Global Education and Research. Engage in stimulating discussions on practical challenges and innovative solutions in a collaborative and inspiring environment.

The official language of the conference is English, ensuring a global exchange of ideas. We warmly invite and encourage prospective authors to submit their original research (not previously submitted, published, or under consideration elsewhere). Distinguished experts in the field will rigorously review all submissions through a double-blind process.

Join us at GLOCER 2024 and be part of a global movement driving the future of education and research.

We look forward to your participation and contributions!

 Topics of interest for submissions include:

  1. Adult Education
    • Adult Development, Adult Learning, Continuing Education, Learning Styles, Literacy, Professional Development, Self-directed Learning
  2. Curriculum and Instruction Development
    • Teacher Education, Trainers
  3. Education in Other Specialties
    • Career and Workforce, Hospitality and Tourism, Medical Education, Military Education, Public Service Agencies, Religious Education
  4. Educational Technology
    • Digital Competencies, Digital Games-based Learning, Digital Learning, Distance Education, E-learning, Online Learning, Virtual Reality
  5. English as a Second Language (ESL)
    • Applied Linguistics, Bilingual, ESOL, TEFL, TESOL
  6. Global Competence 
    • Cultural Differences in Education, Intercultural Competencies, Indigenous Education, Sustainability
  7. Higher Education & Educational Leadership
    • 4-year Colleges and Universities, Community College
  8. Human Resource Development
    • Curriculum and Instruction, Metrics Development (measuring, tracking, reporting), Needs Assessment, Outcome Measurement, Professional Development
  9. Inclusive Education
    • Autism, Applied Behavior, Disabilities, Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, Gender, Gifted Education, LGBTQ, Race/Ethnicity, SES/Class, Special Education
  10. International Education
    • Global Initiatives, International Students, Study Abroad
  11. Pre K-12
    • Art Education, Child Development, Children’s Health, Early Childhood, Educational Psychology, Elementary Education, Language Education, Mathematics Education, Physical Education, Pre-K, Primary Education, Science Education, Secondary Education, Writing & Reading Education
  12. Research Methods in Education
    • Assessment, Action Research, Critical Analysis, Focus Group, Measurement, Qualitative & Quantitative Research
  13. Creative Art and Education
    • Art Education, Creative Art, Drama and Education

Important Dates:

Abstract submissions deadline November 15, 2024
Abstract acceptance notification On a rolling basis
Camera-ready copy submission for the accepted proposal December 1, 2024
Conference dates December 16-19, 2024

Submission Categories:

To ensure smooth processing, all documents should only be submitted in Word document (.doc or .docx) formats. 

  1. The Abstract Only category should be at least 1,000 words (excluding the reference list and NOT exceeding 7,000 words).
  2. Full paper should be at least 3,000 words (excluding reference list and appendices if applicable) but NOT exceed 7,000 words (including tables, figures, reference list, and appendices if applicable)
  3. Roundtable discussions should be at least 1,000 words (excluding reference list NOT exceeding 7,000 words).
  4. Symposium presentations should be at least 1,000 words (excluding reference list NOT exceeding 7,000 words).
  5. Poster presentations should be at least 1,000 words (excluding reference list NOT exceeding 7,000 words).

Paper Submission:

PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE ANY IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION, INCLUDING “NAME, UNIVERSITY, AFFILIATION, CONTACT ADDRESS, ACKNOWLEDGEMENT, FUNDING RESOURCES, ETC.” IN THE “SUBMISSION” DOCUMENT. THIS CONFERENCE USES A DOUBLE-BLIND PEER REVIEW PROCESS.

Best Paper Selection Rules

  1. Best papers will be selected only from full papers (Should be minimum 3,000 words excluding reference list and appendices if applicable but NOT exceed 7,000 words including tables, figures, reference list, and appendices if applicable)
  2. Authors must submit their camera-ready full papers one month before the conference dates.
  3. The papers that were nominated by the reviewers will be sent to the best paper selection committee. Based on the committee’s decision, the authors will be informed.
  4. The author or at least one co-author must attend and present the selected paper.
  5. All winning authors will get a complimentary registration for the next conference.
  6. The selected papers may be considered to be published at the Journal of Global Education and Research (JGER)

Publication Options:

There will be four publication options at the GLOCER Conference:

  1. Journal of Global Education and Research Article*: Authors who submitted full papers to the GLOCER conference are invited to submit their full papers to the Journal of Global Education and Research (JGER), which is an open-access journal published by the University of South Florida (USF) M3 Publishing. These papers will undergo a fast-track review process by the JGER reviewers and editors, but publication is not guaranteed.
  2. Advances on Global Education and Research Book Chapter*: Authors who submitted full papers to the GLOCER conference have the option to publish their full papers in the ISBN open-access book published by the University of South Florida (USF) M3 Publishing. Please see the previous four book volumes here.
  3. Conference Proceedings Publication*: All authors who submit a manuscript under any submission category to the GLOCER conference have the option to publish their abstracts in the GLOCER Conference Proceedings. Please take a look at the previous four conference proceedings here.
  4. No publication: Authors may opt-in for no publication at all.
  • *All manuscripts will be screened through Turnitin before publication. Manuscripts with a similarity index exceeding 20% or any single source cited more than 2% (exceptions will be given to properly cited tables or scales) will NOT be published.
  • *Authors are allowed to publish their abstract in conference proceedings if they submit it to JGER or publish it as a book chapter.
  • *Authors who select to submit their manuscript to JGER are NOT allowed to publish their manuscript as a book chapter.
  • *Manuscripts should be prepared in accordance with the formatting guidelines. It is required to download our Word templates and use them for your manuscripts. Please read the guidelines carefully; all formatting specifications are explained in this document so you can prepare your manuscripts accordingly. Failure to comply with these guidelines may result in your manuscript not being published.
  • *You do NOT need to format your manuscript until you receive an acceptance letter! Please click here to see the formatting guidelines. 

Conference Registration Fees:Registration

Type
Please click one of the  options below
Early Registration
by October 30, 2024
Late Registration
by November 29, 2024
Regular Registration (Face to Face) $395 $495
Student Registration (Face to Face) $295 $395
Online Registration (Online Presentation) $150 $250

Important Notes:

  • After your submission is accepted, you are required to:
    (1) send your abstract or completed full paper in the required conference format (Please click to see formatting guidelines here) 
    (2) make your payment and register for the conference.
  • At least one of the authors must register for the conference; otherwise, the paper will not be scheduled for the conference program and published.
  • Please note that prospective attendees will be allowed to present a maximum of three research studies.

Conference Session Formats:

Sessions will vary in order to provide a robust conference experience for presenters and participants. Presenters are asked to identify their preferred format during submission; however, proposal reviewers may suggest alternative formats suitable to your manuscript.

1.  Concurrent Presentations

Concurrent Presentations are sessions that present research, theory, concepts, and practices. This track welcomes papers that are fully completed research papers for stand-up presentations. Concurrent sessions are 20 minutes long, including a Q&A session. Submissions are required to be either conceptually- or empirically-based. Conceptually-based papers seek to develop a fuller understanding of education by building on existing knowledge. Empirically-based papers are original research that tests or develops a theory or makes a new contribution to the field’s knowledge base.

2.  Roundtable Discussions

Roundtable Discussions create opportunities for small groups to engage in discussion about a particular educational topic. Generally, these sessions consist of 6-12 people and are held at large, round conference tables. The proposal must include a list of 2-3 clearly stated discussion questions to encourage participation among the audience. Please note that several roundtable discussions happen simultaneously in the same large room, so formal presentations using slides and/or other support media are NOT possible.

3.  Symposium Presentations

Symposium Presentations are formal presentations on an educational topic. Typically conducted in presentation format, these are used to report interesting initial findings from a research project. Since these sessions are not blind-reviewed, they are not designed for complete research projects.

4. Poster Presentations

Poster Presentations provide an opportunity to present and discuss one main research theme, program, practice, or relevant topic in an informal setting, like an exhibit hall or information fair. The poster session submission includes (1) the significance of the study, (2) the literature preview, (3) the proposed methodology, and (4) the implication/application for education. A good poster session centers on one main theme, presents valuable information, and stimulates discussion. The recommended poster size is 36” tall x 48” wide. (90cm tall, 120cm wide). Please click to download a black poster layout.