Call for Peer Presenters

We are pleased to invite you to share your insights at our upcoming Bilingual Schools Conference at Avenues Shenzhen School. The theme this year is focused on student-centered learning where core knowledge and skills are gained by actively investigating and responding to real-world questions over an extended period 

Together, leaders and educators from fifty schools will engage in workshops, discussions, and explorations to share good ideas and improve learning in schools. 

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Peer Presenters      

We're seeking dynamic presenters who can share practical insights and innovative approaches related to project-based learning (PBL). Ideally, these presenters can also present in a way that reflects the experiential theme of the conference.  

 

We are looking for presenters who can speak from direct experience:  

• Classroom teachers 

• Heads of department 

• Grade level leaders 

• Curriculum coordinators 

• Counsellors and wellbeing staff 

 

Whether you teach in one language or two, design how learning is assessed, or carry the pastoral work that surrounds the classroom, we would love for you to share your expertise in one or more of the following strands. 

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Conference Strands 

This conference is developed for a range of specialist positions in bilingual schools. Peer presentations are welcomed for each of the strand groupings which are: 

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1. Bilingual education: teaching and learning across two languages, using project-based approaches.  

2. Assessment: how learning is evidenced, assessed and reported, in a project-based context. 

3. Student agency: voice, choice and ownership of learning. 

4. SEL and mental wellbeing: the emotional and pastoral work that lets students take risks 

5. Sports Leaders: strand content to be determined by NESSIC Sports Leaders. 

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If you are considering participating, your presentation should include: 

 

Must-Have Elements: 

• Practitioner-focused: This is a conference for teachers and middle management so the topic and content should be oriented towards enhancing their roles. 

• Evidence-based: Your proposal should be based on research, personally conducted research or observation, or utilise first-hand school data.  

• Practical: The presentation should lead to actionable takeaways that others can utilise directly in their schools. Please share openly. 

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Value-Adding Elements 

• Fresh Perspective: The presentation will raise a unique or creative idea, angle or format that has not been seen at other conferences; or for an account that may have been presented elsewhere, we welcome new insights, updated findings, with creative adaptions for the bilingual schools in the China context 

• Thematic: Ideally you will connect your presentation to our theme 

• Interactive Components: Consider including case studies, group discussions, or hands-on activities 

• Cross-cultural Insights: Share perspectives unique to leading bilingual schools in China 

 

Most importantly, please propose a presentation that your colleagues would want to attend. For example, a presentation on “Sharing research or action research on the value of PBL” would attract an audience at the conference. As a community, we want to help each other see beyond the horizon.  

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Presentation Details 

• Length: Presentations will run for 50 minutes (30 minutes presentation/workshop + 15-20 minutes Q&A).  

• Language: Presentations can be made in English or Chinese. 

• Format: You may present on your own or you are welcome to apply to co-present with one other colleague.

 

More than one presentation proposal? Please make a separate submission for each, but no more than two submissions. 

 

Conference Details:  https://www.nessic.org/staff-development/bilingual-schools-conference-2027 

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How to Submit? 
Proposal Submission Deadline:  Thursday, 3 December 2026 

• Please complete our online proposal submission form with title and brief description (max 200 words) along with the other details requested.  

• Proposals will be reviewed on a rolling basis by a diverse, experienced team. We will review your proposal and let you know the decision as soon as possible after the deadline. If approved, there will be ample time for you to prepare the actual presentation. 

• We are anticipating more proposals this year and may not have space for them all so the sooner a proposal is submitted, the sooner the outcome will be known.   

 

Conference Registration & Benefits for Presenters 

• If approved, you will need to register to attend the conference. 

• Approved Peer presenters receive a 30% discount from the already reduced NESSIC schools' registration fee shown on the registration page.  

• If your proposal is approved, your presentation details, name, school name and photo will be promoted on the NESSIC website and on the Whova app that will be seen by participants. 

 

Before submitting:   

• Be sure to seek approval in advance from the relevant authority in your school to attend and present. 

• The presentation should be rehearsed before the conference among departmental colleagues for quality assurance.  

• If you are planning to share handouts or media in your presentation, kindly provide a copy of presentation materials (e.g. PPT, slides) prior to the conference.  

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Tips for a Successful Proposal 

• Align your topic with the conference theme and strands 

• Craft an attention-grabbing title and clear, concise description 

• Highlight practical takeaways and audience engagement 

• Share your unique perspective or experience 

• Consider including interactive elements or hands-on activities to engage the attendees 

 

Questions? Contact admin@nessic.org  

 

Thank you for your support and we look forward to receiving your proposal! 

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