Approximately 300 educational programs will be selected from over 750 anticipated proposal submissions. Programs will be selected based on the following criteria:

1. The proposal is consistent with the convention theme and incorporates one or two of the professional outcomes.
2. The proposal's content illustrates thoroughness, quality, and clarity in writing.
3. The proposal represents new and/or creative approaches and demonstrates educational and professional significance.
4. The proposal is grounded in a relevant conceptual and/or theoretical approach (grounded in literature from the field).
5. Specified learning outcomes are clearly stated.
6. The proposal is consistent with the ACPA Nonsexist Program Guidelines
   
   

• An e-mail confirmation will be sent after a program proposal has been successfully submitted.
• Notification e-mails about pre-convention program decisions will be sent to the coordinating presenter in October.
• Notification e-mails about all other educational programs will be sent to coordinating presenters no later than December.
• Accepted programs may be scheduled at any time during the convention. Once scheduled, coordinating presenters will receive an e-mail of the date, time, and location of the program.

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Professionalism with Purpose - Advancing Inclusion and Expertise