FCIE Annual Conference 2024

Conference Theme: International Educators as Wayfinders

Wayfinding refers to the traditional practices of using natural signs and patterns to navigate across vast terrains, both land and water. Polynesian wayfinders rely on natural signs; changes in the color of the sea or sky, the flora, fauna, and the stars in the night sky to find their way. Wayfinders are skilled at navigating by constantly adjusting their course to accommodate the vagaries in wind, waves, and weather. Embracing the wayfinding ethos helps international educators and our students better adapt to the all-too-common disruption and uncertainty of the contemporary world. Members and guests of the Florida Consortium for International Education (FCIE) will convene at Florida Gulf Coast University on October 3-4, 2024, to explore Wayfinder approaches to international education that prioritize social and ethical concerns, technology, and collaboration. The ultimate goal of this gathering is to promote best practices for global learning and identify ways to contribute to a more sustainable and globally-minded future.

Proposal Deadline

Submit proposal by August 29, 2024 to be part of this dynamic event that aims to strengthen international education across the Sunshine State. Submit a Proposal

Eligibility for Presenters

Educators at all levels, with a commitment to global education in Florida, K-12 through graduate study, as well as students and community members working and/or studying in global education and those working in non-profit organizations are welcome to submit a proposal for consideration.

Suggested Topics

The 2024 conference will concentrate on the rich networks and resources available across the State of Florida for global education at home and abroad. We are looking for proposals on a wide range of topics in global learning, that include a focus on any of the following: best practices, innovative ideas, research, assessment, and data on the impact and effectiveness of global learning. See potential topics listed below. We also welcome other innovative, related topics.

Curriculum Design & Faculty Development

Instructional design
Integrating United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
Decolonizing the curriculum and classroom
World Languages
English Language Programs
Service and community-engaged Learning
Developing global competency skills (microcredentials, digital badges)

Partnerships

Building domestic and international networks
Bringing new faculty and staff into global education
Partnering with agents and recruiters abroad
International agreements, contracts, and MOUs

Study Abroad

Ensuring access for all students
Student learning and development
Innovative approaches to program delivery, i.e. such as City as Text and blended mobility
Risk management
Sources of funding and scholarships

Technology Assisted Global Learning

Virtual Exchange/COIL models
Use of artificial intelligence in global learning
Learning platforms for virtual exchange and study abroad
Global learning virtual repositories

Wednesday, October 2

October 2, 2024 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m
FCIE Board Business Meeting (closed meeting)
Cohen Student Union - Room 214

DAY 1: Thursday, October 3

October 3, 2024 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Pre-Conference Registration
Academic Building 9 – Water School - Atrium
October 3, 2024 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Pre-Conference Workshop - Next Steps for Collaborative Online International Learning/Virtual Exchange (COIL/VE)
Academic Building 9 - Water School - Room 138
Classroom (rows of tables, capacity 48)
October 3, 2024 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Conference Registration/Vendor Exhibits
Academic Building 9 - Water School - Atrium
October 3, 2024 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Optional - Campus Tour
Academic Building 9 - Water School – Atrium
October 3, 2024 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Refreshments & Networking in Exhibit Area
Academic Building 9 - Water School – Atrium
October 3, 2024 1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Conference Kick-Off - Luncheon with Keynote Speaker – "Navigating Tomorrow: Best Practices for Global Learning in an Interconnected World"
Dawn Whitehead, Vice President, Office of Global Citizenship for Campus, Community, and Careers, at the American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U)
Academic Building 9 - Water School - Room 222
October 3, 2024 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Concurrent Session 1 (6-8 sessions)
Academic Building 9 - Water School & Cohen Student Union Classrooms
October 3, 2024 3:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Coffee Break & Networking in Exhibit Area
Academic Building 9 - Water School - Atrium
October 3, 2024 3:50 p.m. - 4:50 p.m.
Concurrent Session 2 (6-8 sessions)
Academic Building 9 - Water School & Cohen Student Union Classrooms
October 3, 2024 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Networking Reception with Bar & Hors D’oeuvres at The Boardwalk
Welcome and greetings from President Aysegul Timur, featuring the Bower School of Music jazz trio, and a student poster exhibit. 10501 FGCU Blvd S, Fort Myers, FL 33965

DAY 2: Friday, October 4

October 4, 2024 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Continental Breakfast
Academic Building 9 - Water School Atrium
October 4, 2024 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Concurrent Session 3 (6-8 sessions)
Academic Building 9 - Water School & Cohen Student Union Classrooms
October 4, 2024 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Coffee Break & Networking in Exhibit Area
Academic Building 9 - Water School Atrium
October 4, 2024 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Concurrent Session 4 (6-8 sessions)
Academic Building 9 - Water School & Cohen Student Union Classrooms
October 4, 2024 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Plenary Session - Panel Discussion - New Practices in Study Abroad: An Exploration of City as Text
Moderated Dr. Clay Motley; Panelists - Dr. Marianela Rivera, Dr. Marta Ramos, Dr. Gerritt VanderMeer, & Dr. Lesley Clack
Academic Building 9 - Water School Room 222
October 4, 2024 1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Luncheon with Keynote Speaker – Florida’s Legal Landscape: Key Updates for International Educators
Lisa Jones, Interim FGCU General Counsel
Academic Building 9 - Water School Room 222

$300

Members - Standard

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$350

Non-Member - Standard

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$35

Student

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$50

K-12

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Sponsorship Form

Platinum $2000

Name on the website + Program
Honorable Mention during conference
Opportunity to table at the conference
Opportunity to speak for 10 minutes during the conference at the networking reception or lunch break
Two free registrations

Gold $1000

Name on website + Program
Honorable Mention during conference
Opportunity to table
One free registration

Silver $500

Name on website + Program
Honorable Mention during conference
One free registration

ADDRESS

DAY 1: Harvey and Janet Cohen Student Union

Address: 11090 FGCU Blvd N, Fort Myers, FL 33965

DAY 2: Academic Building 9 (The Water School)

Address: 11098 FGCU Blvd N, Fort Myers, FL 33965

PARKING

Conference attendees may park in either the visitor parking area next to Parking Lot 5 (by Howard Hall) or in the visitor parking area at the Cohen Student Union. Visitor parking passes will be provided during conference registration on-site, and must be displayed from the rearview mirror or on the driver side dash while the vehicle is parked on campus.

CHECK-IN

Conference registration is at Cohen Student Union - Second Floor Lobby for the first day and Academic Building 9 (The Water School) Lobby for the second day.

Download Map:

FGCU Campus Map (PDF Print Map)

FGCU Campus Map (Web Map)

Please call the hotel directly and ask for the FGCU/FCIE Annual Conference Rate.

Hotel Name	Address	Distance from Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, FL
Residence Inn Fort Myers	10054 Gulf Center Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33913	2.9 miles
Drury Inn & Suites Fort Myers Airport FGCU	9950 University Plaza Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33913	3.0 Miles
Crowne Plaza Ft. Myers Gulf Coast, an IHG Hotel	9931 Interstate Commerce Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33913	3.6 miles

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