Closing date: 26 February 2010
The call for proposals for satellite programme education sessions is now
open. The International Scientific Committee (ISC) is seeking
sessions that:
- are relevant to the congress
theme and one or more of the programme
tracks
- include speakers with international experience and standing in
the topic area
- articulate a clear purpose and learning objectives
- focus on applied skills
- incorporate current available evidence and implications for
practice
- are designed to stimulate active engagement with delegates
- appeal to an internationally diverse audience
The satellite programme is a new and innovative part of the WCPT
congress experience. Complementing the scientific programme, it will
be made up of education sessions and clinical visits with a focus on
applied knowledge and skills. It will offer the delegate the chance
to listen to the latest research and advances while gaining
practical experience. Sessions are designed to actively engage
participants, via a range of learning formats, to explore issues in
depth in an area of clinical practice, education, management,
research or policy.
The satellite programme is an optional element open to
delegates who register to attend at least one day of the main
congress and it will carry a separate fee. Sessions will be
offered on the two days pre and two days post congress, as well as
in parallel to the scientific programme. Attendance numbers will be
restricted.
Each session is to be organised by a recognised expert in the
field. The ISC are keen to include a wide range of sessions
that involve presenters from all of WCPT’s regions.
For further information and to download a full copy of the call
for satellite programme education sessions and application form,
please go to www.wcpt.org/sat_prog.
