Call for Proposals - Presentations

MATSOL encourages engaging, interactive presentations that make the theory to practice connection. Successful proposals include practical classroom activities informed by current research and pedagogy, demonstrations of successful instructional practices, examinations of current issues in education, and research that informs educators in the Massachusetts context. Presentations should engage the audience through hands-on or interactive activities when possible.

In alignment with our mission to promote equity and excellence for multilingual learners, MATSOL encourages submission of proposals that demonstrate an asset-based approach to the education of multilingual learners and show a strong commitment to racial justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion. To reflect this goal, there is a section in the proposal to explain how the presentation will address racial justice and/or culturally responsive teaching.

MATSOL is continuing to offer a hybrid conference format: All presentations will be given in-person and selected presentations will be streamed live for virtual viewing.

Proposals due November 17, 2025

Session Type

• Presentation
• Interactive Workshop
• Panel Discussion

Session Length

• Regular: 45 minutes 
• Extended: 90 minutes

The 90-minute session is especially limited now. Less than 5% of all sessions will be chosen for these rare time slots.

Location

• In-Person: Wed-Fri May 27-29, 2026 in Framingham, MA. 

Exhibitor and Commercial Presentations

Exhibitor and commercial presentations must be submitted with an exhibitor registration. Do not submit a proposal via the link below. Use the exhibitor registration and proposal page. 

Exhibitor presentations are intended to demonstrate or feature how a product, service, or company can benefit classroom, school, or district practices, students, or families. Exhibitors and sponsors will have multiple opportunities to engage virtually and in person with attendees outside of the presentation time, including through year round publication ads.

Important Dates

• Call for Proposals                            August 27, 2025 - November 17, 2025
• Notification of Acceptance               December 22, 2025
• Presenter early registration             December 22, 2025 - January 19, 2026
• 2026 MATSOL Conference             In-Person Wed-Fri May 27-29, 2026

Prepare a Proposal

1. Review the Call for Proposals (a lot of new information again!)
2. Prepare your submission using the Conference Proposal Worksheet.
3. Submit your proposal via ProposalSpace: CLOSED

For questions or assistance contact [email protected]

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