Abstracts

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES AND INSTRUCTIONS

Key Dates:

  • Submissions open: August 31, 2022
  • Mentorship Assistance: December 5, 2023
  • Submission deadline: January 15, 2023
  • Notification to author(s): February 7, 2023

Proposals must be submitted online using the official 14th Life Long Learning in Pharmacy Conference online application tool. Submissions will not be accepted via e-mail or post.

Accepted proposals will be included in a volume of the Pharmacy Education journal. Proposals that do not follow to the required template may not be able to be considered for inclusion.

WE ARE NOW INVITING SUBMISSIONS FOR THE LLLP CONFERENCE

The 2023 LLLP conference theme, Blazing New Trails, is inspired by our majestic Rocky Mountains, which are steadfast in inspiration and determination.

LLLP 2023 will focus on climbing the mountain of learning together, simultaneously blazing new trails for our profession and successors.

We invite you to submit an proposal to the conference committee addressing one of the four themes of the conference:

1. Base Camp – Teaching and Learning Essentials

A goal of the LLLP conference is to provide insights that improve everyone’s teaching. In alignment with this goal, sessions will highlight methods that are shown to be successful and improving student knowledge, introduce novel techniques, and describe strategies used in an online environment compared to in person instruction.

To achieve this in “Base Camp”, topics may include (but are not limited to):

  • adult learning principles
  • curricular/instructional design
  • assessment for or of learning
  • interprofessional learning (how it is taught)

***This session aligns with FIP Development Goal #5 “Competency Development”

2. Carabineers, Clips and Cairns – Tools of the Climb

The LLLP Conference will assist educators to be up-to-date with the latest tools and technologies that are useful to teaching and learning.

To achieve this, “Carabineers” sessions will highlight innovative techniques and approaches, such as:

  • digital technology (e.g. New phone applications, gamification)
  • mentoring/coaching (Learning management systems)
  • simulation programs

***This session maps to FIP Development Goals 2: “Early Career Training”, 6: “Leadership Development” and 20: “Digital Health”

3. Elevations – Gaining Ground through Training

Another LLLP conference goal is to demonstrate how educational programs can advance the profession.  Thus, sessions will present interventions that address service needs, support career advancement and develop life-long learners.

To achieve this in “Elevations”, topics may include (but are not limited to):

  • self-directed lifelong learning
  • CPD
  • certificate programs
  • advanced training outcomes
  • competency-based education

***This session aligns with FIP Development Goals 4: “Advanced and Specialist Development” and 9: “CPD Strategies”

4. Summit – Transformation of Practice through Learning

The LLLP Conference will inspire educators to demonstrate the impact of learning on healthcare. In line with this, sessions will highlight not only the educational impact, but also the return on investment to society.

To achieve this in “Summit”, topics may include (but are not limited to):

  • demonstrating impact of learning in practice
  • education-based PI/QI initiatives
  • organizational return on investment (ROI)
  • e.g. Do initiatives have measurable public health or community level impacts?

***This session maps to FIP Development Goal 11 “Impact and Outcomes”

In 2020 the International Pharmaceutical Federation agreed on 21 Development Goals (DGs) for transforming the pharmacy profession over the next decade globally, regionally and nationally. The Life Long Learning Conference is aligning with these goals, and requests authors to consider assigning relevant DGs to their submissions. View here.

All accepted presenters are responsible for their own registration fees, travel and accommodation.  The conference will be conducted in English.

Please consider submitting a proposal for one of the following presentation types:  workshop, small group, oral communication or a poster.  You are welcome to submit multiple presentations for consideration.

Submissions will close on 15 January 2023.  All submissions will be acknowledged on receipt and peer reviewed after the closing date. You will be advised of the status of your submission by 7 February 2023.

TYPE OF SESSIONS

Workshop Sessions – 90 Minutes

Workshops must fall within the scope of one of the 4 themes described above. Workshops include practical content that the audience can incorporate into their own teachings.  It is recommended that a 90-minute workshop include an equal mix of lecture and active learning. Each workshop submission must include an explanation of need, learning outcomes, self-assessment questions, and workshop description – see template (WORKSHOP TEMPLATE). Presenters are responsible for any physical materials distributed to participants. Proposals must be submitted online here: https://lllp2023.exordo.com/login

Small Group Sessions – 45 Minutes

Small group sessions must fall within the scope of one of the 4 themes described above. Small group sessions are similar to workshops except are shorter in duration and must include opportunity for discussion among the audience. It is recommended that a 45-minute workshop include an equal mix of lecture and discussion. Each small group submission must include an explanation of need, learning outcomes, self-assessment questions, and session description – see template (SMALL GROUP TEMPLATE). Presenters are responsible for any physical materials distributed to participants. Proposals must be submitted online here: https://lllp2023.exordo.com/login

Project/Research Sessions – 15 Minutes

Research platform sessions must fall within the scope of one of the 4 themes described above. Research description sessions are designed for presenters to share their scholarly work directed at advancing pharmacy practice through continuous professional development and lifelong learning. Sessions will consist of 10 minutes of content and 5 minutes of audience questions. Each submission must include background, methods, results, and discussion. Download RESEARCH SESSION TEMPLATE. submit final template online here: https://lllp2023.exordo.com/login

Poster Sessions

Posters presentations must fall within the scope of one of the 4 themes described above. Poster presentations are designed to allow presenters to share their scholarly work directed at advancing pharmacy practice through continuous professional development and lifelong learning. Each submission must include background, methods, results, and discussion. Download POSTER PRESENTATION TEMPLATE submit proposal here: https://lllp2023.exordo.com/login

Posters are available for viewing on days 2 and 3 of the conference. There is also a “Visit My Poster” session in which presenting authors are given one minute during a plenary session to advertise why the audience should visit your poster.

Poster Dimensions

Poster dimensions for display need to be: landscape (horizontal) orientation. Dimensions are at minimum 24×36 inches (61x91cm) or maximum 45×93 inches (114x236cm) . A good middle size would be 36×60 inches (91x152cm). Print size of posters should fall within minimum and maximum dimensions but are ultimately are up to the author(s).

INSTRUCTIONS

You will need to create an account with login details in order to proceed. All proposals should typed into the word document templates and uploaded through the submission portal.

Closing date for abstract submissions is Sunday, January 15,2023.

NEW! Proposal Mentorship Program

New to submitting a proposal to LLLP? The Education Committee members are here to provide feedback on workshop, small group, or platform research submissions. Submit your proposals by December 5 2022 and receive individualized feedback from an education committee member about how to improve your submission and increase the likelihood of getting the proposal accepted.

Questions – contact info@lllpharm2023.com