The conference provides professional development and networking to higher education and secondary school dual enrollment practitioners and administrators. Breakout sessions, which form the core of the conference schedule, are focused on best practices and processes that attendees can implement in their programs and institutions. Nine breakout sessions are scheduled. We invite proposals that showcase best practices in dual enrollment programming or operations. Example topics: student enrollment, faculty development, advising, orientation, pathways, specialized technology used, etc. All session proposals must be submitted using the online submission form. The deadline for submission is April 15, 2017. Proposals in other formats will not be considered. Information for Presenters * Presenters using Power Point must bring your presentation on a flash drive * Sessions will take place on Friday, November 17 and will be 50 minutes in length * Each session should allow for 5-10 minutes for a Q&A * Presentations are intended for an audience of approximately 50-75 people * Presenters are responsible for all conference-related expenses including registration, travel, lodging, and meals * Proposals are selected by the Conference Committee and are based on Guidelines for Successful Proposals (see below) Guidelines for Successful Proposals A successful presentation will: * Share best practices, innovative approaches, and applicable takeaways * Engage participants in applying solution-oriented strategies * Involve participants in identifying trends and hot topics * Connect secondary and post-secondary practitioners to develop partnerships * Energize attendees to implement new practices If selected, presenters will be asked to share a PDF copy of his/her presentation and any handouts for the OADEP website.