CSUN '96 Call for Participation CSUN's Eleventh Annual, International Conference Technology and Persons with Disabilities Los Angeles Airport Hilton and Los Angeles Airport Marriott Hotels March 19 - 23, 1996 California State University, Northridge Technology and Persons with Disabilities Sponsored by the Center on Disabilities Harry J. Murphy, Ed.D., Founder and Director CSUN's 1996 Keynote Speaker Dr. Judy Montgomery President, American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) This is an invitation to participate in a major, worldwide conference which drew more than 2,000 persons from almost every state and 25 foreign countries to Los Angeles in 1995. This conference is supported in part by a grant from Pacific Telesis Foundation Please reply not later than October 15, 1995 Other Special Features of the '96 Conference: Preconference session on Stephen R. Covey's "7 Habits of Highly Effective People" (5 million copies of this best-selling management book in print) Preconference session on Covey's "Principle-Centered Leadership" Preconference session on "Grants, Disability, and the Internet" Communication Aids Manufacturer's Association (CAMA) exhibiting as a block at the Hilton Hotel SCOPE This is a comprehensive, international conference on technology, where all ages, disabilities, and levels of education and training in this country and abroad are covered. Focus includes infant, preschool, elementary and secondary school programs for children with disabilities, their families, teachers and school administrators . . . college and university programs . . . professors, physicians, clinicians, researchers, counselors and program administrators . . . rehabilitation engineering . . . service providers and administrators from the Department of Rehabilitation and other community agencies. GENERAL SESSION PRESENTATIONS This is an invitation to present a half-hour or a forty-five minute session on Wednesday, March 20, Thursday, March 21, Friday, March 22, or Saturday, March 23, 1996. In offering to present a paper, it is expressly understood that the paper may be scheduled at any time on any of these days at the discretion of the conference organizers. CONTENT Speakers are invited to share applications of hardware and software, adaptive devices, training programs, and results of research in any and all areas of technology and disability. As the conference is international in scope, papers are encouraged from other countries. There is also a heavy consumer orientation (parents and persons who are themselves disabled) to the conference, so papers of interest to/from these target groups are also encouraged. A free copy of the 1995 Conference program is available from: Dr. Harry Murphy, Founder & Director Center on Disabilities CSUN 18111 Nordhoff St. Northridge, CA 91330-8340. SPECIAL FEATURES FOR 1996 The Electronic Highway We will continue to highlight " The Electronic Highway." This year, however, we are especially interested in the use of the Electronic Highway to transmit knowledge, and in the quality of electronic information available to us. Alternative and Augmentative Communication A block of Communication Aids Manufacturers Association (CAMA) exhibitors have moved to the Hilton Hotel, where we will have exhibits for the first time. These include: AbleNet, Adaptivation, Imaginart, InfraLink, Innocomp, Luminaud, Prentke Romich, Sentient Systems, Tash and Zygo Ind. With Dr. Judy Montgomery, President of ASHA as keynote speaker, and a block of exhibits primarily dealing with Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC), we have some new attention in this area and will make every effort to put AAC presentations at the Hilton Hotel as well. As always, we continue our emphasis in all other disability and technology areas, and with special themes such as the Electronic Superhighway. At the bottom of the Proposal Form, please note that there is a box under "Major Disability Group(s) Addressed" where you can indicate that your presentation is in the AAC area. By design, the CSUN Conference covers a very wide range of issues in the area of technology and disability. Speakers are invited to share applications of hardware and software, adaptive devices, training programs, and results of research in any and all areas of technology, and across all disabilities. We especially solicit papers for 1996 that reflect exciting developments in the blindness/visually impaired field, in the area of virtual reality, means of reaching very young children, parents, and minorities; curriculum development, and employment. In addition, we will run several special tracks: The Electronic Superhighway and AAC. We will also have a MAC Lab once again in `96. In brief, if you have a good idea about the use of technology among persons with disabilities, we encourage you to submit a paper. TRAVEL INFORMATION Hotel Information The Los Angeles Airport Hilton Hotel 5711 Century Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310/410-4000(V) 800/445-8667(V) 800/368-1133(TDD) Rooms: $99 (regular discounted conference rate, single or double). For government rates, please call 310/410-4000. Refer to "Technology and Persons with Disabilities" or "CSUN Computer Conference" when making your reservation. Free Hilton shuttle buses run frequently between all LAX airline terminals and the hotel. Wheelchair users may request a wheelchair accessible shuttle by using the Hilton phone in any airline baggage claim area. Simply call the Hilton by dialing 310/410-4000 and ask for the Bell-Desk. The Los Angeles Airport Marriott Hotel 5855 Century Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310/641-5700(V) 800/228-9290(V) 800/228-7014(TDD) A limited number of discounted conference room rates are offered on a first come, first served basis: $89 (government rate upon presentation of proper ID) - $99 (regular discounted conference rate, single or double). To qualify for discounted room rates, reservations must be made directly with the hotel no later than March 1, 1996. Discounted rates cannot be guaranteed and rates rise sharply beyond that date. Please refer to "Technology and Persons with Disabilities" or "CSUN Computer Conference" when making your reservation. Free Marriott shuttle buses run frequently between all LAX airline terminals and the hotel. Wheelchair users may reserve accessible shuttle transportation (wheelchair lift van) between the airport and the hotel by calling the bell-stand at the Marriott and arranging a time to be picked up by their new, free, wheelchair accessible shuttle. Call the switchboard at (310)641-5700 and ask for airport shuttle service. An early reservation is recommended. You will be asked to provide arrival date, time and flight information and to call upon arrival. You must let the Hilton or Marriott know if you have any special accommodation needs. Shuttles During the conference, there will be an accessible shuttle running back and forth between the two hotels every half hour. Air Travel For the lowest prices on air travel, please call Montrose Travel at either 818/248-9294, 213/245-0732, or 800/766-4687, all lines feature V/TDD service. INFORMATION IN ALTERNATIVE FORMATS Speakers and exhibitors are responsible for providing their own handouts and promotional materials in alternative formats. Recognizing that it is difficult to predict the composition and needs of the audience in advance, speakers should make an announcement at the beginning of their presentation that they are willing to provide materials in alternative formats as needed shortly after the conference. Exhibitors should also be prepared for requests for promotional materials in alternative formats. CONDITIONS OF PRESENTATION It is understood that these conditions apply to each and every author, presenter, or panelist, including exhibitors who are also presenting papers: (a) The title of the paper is succinct and descriptive of the content of the actual presentation. (b) All presentations for the regular conference sessions of March 20-23 are within the selected half hour or forty-five minute window. Within this period, please allow time for questions and answers. It is expressly understood that the paper may be scheduled at anytime on any of the conference days at the discretion of the conference organizer. We will do our best to honor a speaker's preference for a half hour or forty-five minute time slot. Selection of a preference, however, does not guarantee that all wishes will be met. (c) Authors submit a 25 word summary of their presentation to be used in the Program (See Proposal Form). It is very important that this be descriptive of the content of the presentation as the title and this brief summary is all that is printed and all that participants have to go on as they consider which sessions to attend. Our experience is that participants regret having selected sessions where the description is not consistent with the content of the session. (d) In addition to the summary, an abstract not exceeding 200 words must be submitted along with the proposal form. This is considered by a panel of reviewers and is critical in determining the quality of the presentation. Please do not submit more than a 200 word abstract. (e) The discounted preregistration fee for speakers is $195 (regular preregistration is $295) if payment in full (or purchase order) is received at CSUN not later than February 1, 1996. Late speaker registrations (after February 1) are $245. (f) Each and every speaker and panelist, including exhibitors who are also making presentations, pay the speaker's fee, even if in attendance only for one day. (g) Payment of an additional fee of $195 if the presenter wishes to attend the "Preconference Day" of Tuesday, March 19, 1996. Approximately eighteen 3-hour presentations (9 in the morning, 9 in the afternoon) will take place on March 19 (topics to be announced). (h) "Acceptance" of a paper is defined as (1) official notification on our part on or about December 1, 1995, (2) payment of a discounted preregistration fee of $195 by February 1 (or late fee of $245 after February 1, 1996) and (3) finalization of equipment needs on your part not later than February 1, 1996. Any equipment changes after February 1 are the responsibility of the presenter(s). (i) It is very important to differentiate between authorship and those who are actually attending and presenting at the conference. Please take special care to note this on the Proposal Form. On the proposal form, please list those persons who are actually attending and presenting. You may note the appropriate authorship on your manuscript. The appropriate authorship is recognized in the Proceedings of the conference which is compiled and offered for sale after the conference. All those listed as conference speakers will be billed for the discounted speaker's fee. (j) The primary author of each paper receives one complimentary electronic copy of the Proceedings of the conference. (k) The author(s) agree to submit an original electronic AND hard copy manuscript of not more than 5 pages (including all references, endnotes, bibliographies, etc.) for possible publication not later than March 1, 1996. Guidelines for papers will be given, in official notification of paper acceptance. Only papers of high quality will be published in the Proceedings. (l) It is unlikely that we are able to accept multiple submissions from the same author(s). (m) The official language of the conference is English. All information material will be printed in English, as well as papers and conference presentations. (n) $50.00 cancellation fee. The Center on Disabilities must be notified of intent to withdraw in writing. Speakers fees are fully refundable if cancellation is received by Feb. 1, 1996. After this date there is a $50 cancellation fee. (o) I understand that participants may request alternative formats for handouts and other materials. I agree to provide these. Keep this Sheet for Future Reference PROPOSAL FORM (GENERAL SESSIONS) Technology and Persons with Disabilities March 19-23, 1996 Would this presentation be most appropriate for: General Session "The Electronic Highway" Special Sessions PRESENTER #1 Name: ___________________________________________________ Institution: ____________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip: _______________________________________ Day Phone: ______________________________________________ FAX: ____________________________________________________ EMail ID: _______________________________________________ PRESENTER #2 Name: ___________________________________________________ Institution: ____________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip: _______________________________________ Day Phone: ______________________________________________ FAX: ____________________________________________________ EMail ID: _______________________________________________ If there are more than two presenters, please provide all information above on a separate sheet. Please list only the names of those who are actually attending the conference. DO NOT list authors who are not attending the conference. Title of Paper: _________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ Please write a 1-2 sentence summary (not to exceed 25 words) that will be printed as submitted in the program if the paper is accepted: _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ Is this a commercial product/demonstration: ___ Yes ___ No Major disability group(s) addressed: (check all that apply to your session) ___ Hearing Impaired ___ Learning Disabled ___ Speech/Language ___ Developmentally Disabled ___ Visual ___ Behavioral/Emotional Disorders ___ Deaf/Blind ___ Traumatic Brain Injured ___ Mobility/Physical/Orthopedic ___ All ___ Alternative and Augmentative Communication My paper is best presented in: (check one) ___ 1/2 hour ___ 45 Minutes ___ No preference I/We agree to the Conditions of Presentation: Signature ________________________________________________ I/We have attached a 100-200 word abstract Signature ________________________________________________ ___ Please send information on exhibiting Please return this proposal form along with one copy of a 100-200 word abstract to: Conference Committee Center on Disabilities California State University, Northridge 18111 Nordhoff St. Northridge, CA 91330-8340 Phone: 818/885-2578 V/TDD/Message FAX: 818/885-4929 E-mail: ltm@csun.edu Audio Visual Equipment Requested From CSUN ___ 1/2" VHS VCR with color monitor ___ Overhead Projector ___ 35mm Slide Projector ___ Easel, Pad, & Markers ___ None Computer Equipment Requested From CSUN ___ Macintosh Classic II, 2 meg RAM ___ MS/DOS (486, 4 meg RAM, 33 mhz, VGA monitor) ___ Monochrome LCD Projection Screen with Overhead Projector ___ None Please List the Equipment Presenter(s) Will Supply ______________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ Equipment Requirements - No changes after February 1, 1996 Screens and/or monitors will be provided as needed. It is expressly understood that any equipment not listed above -- including phones or datalines -- is the responsibility of the presenter. Reminder: Discounted Speaker Payment of $195 is due February 1, 1996. The speaker's fee after February 1 is $245. For Office Use Only DS ___ G ___ M ___ P ___ Day: ______________________________________________________________ Time: _____________________________________________________________ Room: _____________________________________________________________ Notes: ____________________________________________________________