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Same Science Communication Conference, Different Conference Model

8/22/2018

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Science Talk '19 logo

Mixing Unconference Model elements into SCIENCE TALK '19

Greetings All!

Science Talk wants to be responsive to the needs and interests of our conference attendees. So, this year, we are trying out a new conference organization idea. We hope that the change will address the programming concerns that we and the attendees have voiced and allow everyone to go home feeling satisfied and inspired.
 
For the past two years, responses to attendee surveys for the very large part have been positive, suggesting people who come to the conference enjoy the programming. However, not all presenters or program sessions have hit the mark as far as content and style. There are a few reasons for this.
First, programming at the annual SCIENCE TALK conference has (so far) been determined by a small group of experienced and connected organizers. This has been fine historically, but it means the programming itself is also limited by the organizers’ network of connections and their ideas. Moving into the future the conference will need new people and new ideas to remain vibrant and valuable.
 
Which leads to point number two: Science communications is a broad banner that includes many specializations, AND many people at various points in their careers. How does one small conference accommodate everyone?
 
The answer is by building a community.
 
Therefore, this year we are changing things up and need our community’s help to create an inclusive event where everyone can be involved and feel enabled for success. 
 
Our new model is a conference-unconference hybrid. It is similar to a traditional conference in that the Programming Committee will continue to organize the overall conference schedule, coordinate details, and invite Keynote speakers. However, like an unconference, the specific programming (the who and the what) is initially up to the people who will come to the conference. This puts the attendee at the center of the conference - you decide what sessions best serve your needs, and together we will create a dynamic program.
 
Here’s how it will work:

  1. The Programming Committee determines general scheduling needs (number of workshops, short and long presentations, panels, interactive sessions, posters, etc.).
  2. August 15th-September 15th, 2018 - SCIENCE TALK ‘19 opens programming proposals to the public. Anyone has the ability to propose a session that will be considered for the conference.
  3. The Programming Committee determines the feasibility and appropriateness of the various proposals, communicates with proposers if necessary, and arranges them by type and topic.
  4. September 29-October 8, 2018 - proposals are voted on by the community.
  5. The Programming Committee takes a look at the winners of the public vote, again communicating with the proposers to make any adjustments if necessary, and curates the final schedule.
  6. November 1, 2018 - The draft schedule is announced based on this cooperation within the Science Talk community.
 
Who is involved:
  1. The Science Talk community - The community knows the craft. The people and ideas that come from the community will shape who we and the conference become.
  2. The Programming Committee - The organizers have experience to provide valuable feedback to proposers, and to ensure balance in the programming.
 
We are making this change in the hopes that by opening up the program to proposals from the community new ideas (the best ideas) and people will surface, and keep the conference fresh and exciting to as many as possible. We hope this allows our community to develop and grow in a vibrant and inclusive way that benefits the entire science communications field.
 
There will be questions. As they come in, we will answer them as best we can and create an FAQ as a resource to everyone.
8 Comments
Brandon Lujan
8/27/2018 09:50:07 am

This seems like a great idea. It is within the listed open dates, are programming proposals currently being accepted? It is not clear how to do this...please help, I would like to contribute.

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Steve Sobie
8/27/2018 04:01:26 pm

Brandon.
Proposals are now open. Go to our homepage www.sciencetalk.org and click "Submit Your Idea." You'll be taken to a web form and can work your way through that. It gives you the chance to propose a talk, session, panel, or poster. We're all about community for next year's event...so aim for something communication-wise that will help drive the science communication forward.

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Jory Weintraub
8/31/2018 12:06:50 pm

I'm assuming the answer is "No", but it's worth asking: Are there any funds available to cover costs (or some of the costs, at least) for presenters/session leaders? Or is it "pay your own way" for everyone involved?

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Steve Sobie
8/31/2018 04:12:13 pm

Jory.

Our conference is similar to others, where you pay your own registration and travel. We do offer travel subsidies to invited speakers and may offer support to select students, session chairs, and others if our sponsorships and fundraising allow for it. But, at this time, please plan to cover your own attendance.

Thanks for your interest in Science Talk. The conference is quite the experience, if you haven’t been. We look forward to seeing you in April.

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Bryan Luukinen
9/5/2018 09:41:19 am

Hi all, do you have an idea of what the registration price will be for the conference? Even a range would be helpful for budgeting purposes. Looking forward to it!

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Steve Sobie
9/5/2018 09:44:24 am

Bryan,
Thanks for your interest in Science Talk. We have not finalized our registration costs for 2019. However, based on last year, I estimate trainee (student or postdoc) registration at $75-100, and professional registration at $250. We will post our 2019 registration fees in October.

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Marley Jarvis
9/12/2018 11:07:24 am

I didn't see any reference of how long the sessions and panels might be. Apologies if I missed it. Even a general range would be helpful in proposing a panel with an appropriate number of folks on it. Thanks!

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Steve Sobie
9/13/2018 08:31:25 am

The panels are likely to be 1 hour.

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