Abstract and Proposal Submission
Prepare the following information before opening the Indico submission form. These requirements are drawn from the latest ITLC 2027 concept note.
Before submitting
Complete conference registration first, use the same Indico account and email address, and select the conference track that best matches the principal contribution of your work.
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Title, author and submission information
- ✓Title: use an unambiguous title of no more than 14 words.
- ✓Authors: identify the main author and any optional co-authors.
- ✓Affiliation and address: provide the organisation or institution name and address for each author as required.
- ✓Main-author contact: provide an email address and telephone number.
- ✓Submission type: indicate presentation, poster or workshop.
- ✓Author biographies: provide 2-3 sentences for the main presenting author and each additional author where requested.
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Abstract format and content
- ✓The abstract must be 200-300 words.
- ✓Write a stand-alone statement that briefly conveys the essential information of the proposed workshop, presentation or poster.
- ✓Cover the motivation, objective, methods, results, implications where relevant, and conclusions.
- ✓Use a brief, non-repetitive style, normally in 1-3 paragraphs.
- ✓Provide at least 5-6 keywords separated by commas.
Motivation and context
State the problem, context or rationale for the work.
Objective
Explain the purpose or question addressed.
Methods or approach
Summarise the design, framework, process or method.
Results or expected outcomes
Present the main findings or anticipated contribution.
Implications and conclusion
Explain the significance for higher education, practice or policy.
Academic papers
Research-based or conceptual papers presenting original studies, case analyses or innovative practices. The conference-category description specifies a maximum of 3,500 words, including the abstract, figures, tables and references.
Academic posters
Visual displays highlighting research outcomes, pilot projects or institutional innovations, including digital inclusion, sustainability or AI-enhanced learning.
Academic PowerPoint presentations
Oral presentation slides summarising innovative practices, research findings or reflective insights relevant to higher education transformation.
Workshops and interactive sessions
Proposals for 45-60 minute hands-on, collaborative or experiential learning activities that promote inclusive, sustainable and transformative teaching and learning.
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Formatting requirements
- ✓Write all documents academically in English.
- ✓Use 1.5 line spacing.
- ✓Use consistent referencing; APA 7th edition is preferred.
- ✓Embed figures, tables and visuals and provide appropriate captions.
- ✓Download and follow the approved guideline for the relevant submission type using the links below.
Download the official submission guidelines
Select the guideline that applies to your submission or conference presentation. Each link opens the relevant PDF in a new browser tab.
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Review process and ethics
- ✓All submissions will undergo the double-blind peer review process specified in the concept note.
- ✓Authors are expected to address reviewer feedback and resubmit revised versions promptly.
- ✓State ethical considerations clearly, including institutional clearance or participant consent where applicable.
- ✓Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered.
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Submission deadline and platform
Submit through the ITLC 2027 Call for Abstracts in Indico by 31 January 2027 at 23:59 SAST. Use the official links below.
