Open Education Association

Application guidance

The OEA's primary call for proposals is for its annual Open Education Conference, typically issued in the spring with a deadline in early summer. Proposals are welcomed from educators, librarians, students, and technologists at all career stages, with a strong emphasis on diversity of voices and institutional contexts. Sessions should align with the conference theme, which changes yearly, and demonstrate clear relevance to open education practice, research, or policy. The review process is peer-based and values interactive formats over traditional lectures. First-time presenters are encouraged to apply, and the OEA offers mentorship for proposal development. For artists or cultural workers interested in open education, the conference is an opportunity to present projects that intersect with open licensing, digital commons, or community-based learning, but proposals must explicitly connect to educational contexts. It is advisable to review past conference programs to understand the scope and tone. The OEA does not offer grants or residencies; its main opportunity is the conference and occasional webinars or working groups.