Share your knowledge and expertise at the 2026 Summer Institute for Distance Learning and Instructional Technology (SIDLIT) Conference, held July 30-31, 2026 at Emporia State University in Emporia, Kansas.
Every year, the success of the conference depends on YOU sharing your knowledge and experience with our community. We encourage you to submit a proposal for a concurrent session (in-person or virtual).
You may download theย SIDLIT 2026 CFP Guide to help prepare.ย
The theme of SIDLIT 2026 is โTech in Education: Transforming Learning for All.โ Consider submitting a proposal aligned with one or more of these tracks:
- Design Thinking and Development
Designs for online and blended learning including learner experience design (UX), methods for instilling student connections, and more. - Educational Research and Data Analysis
Original research on educational technologies, distance teaching/learning best practices, program outcomes, learning outcomes, and other topics. - Educational Technologies
Tips, tricks, and resources for adopting and effectively utilizing emerging tech tools and learner experiences in online and blended learning environments. The focus should be on how these technologies promote student connections to content, peers, and instructors. - Education Technology Leadership
Research and insights on managing the dynamic world of educational technology. - Innovations in LMS and Online Learning
Innovations in online learning including LMS, such as third-party tool integrations and LTIs, data portals, accessibility mitigations, excellent technology support, live learning events, and others. - Teaching and Learning at a Distance
Tips, tricks, lessons learned, and resources for effectively teaching fully-online, using video conferencing tools, or a blended or hybrid format. Methods for connecting with students at a distance. - Sponsored Programs
Applied technologies, research, and educational insights provided by our conference sponsors!
Session formats include:
- In-person 90-minute Workshop (Thursday Only)
- In-person 45-minute session
- Virtual 45-minute Regular Presentation
- Other (contact the presentation committee chair, April Sylvester, for the special arrangements that you need)
Deadline for proposal submissions is June 3, 2026. Thanks for your interest!
Presenters must register for the conference. Registration is coming soon.
Youโll find the proposal guidelines once you enter the presentation proposal portal and begin to navigate through the site. Here are the highlights:
- Presenter info & bio
- Presentation format
- Session title and abstract (300 words max)
- Selected track that best fits your proposed session
- Keywords
- Intended audience and skill level
- Targeted learning, objectives (50 words max)
- Invitation to host Special Interest Group (SIG)
- Permission to record session for SIDLIT archives
Questions? Please contact Colleague 2 Colleague, Committee Chairperson Jiayi Wang or Communications@colleague2colleague.org