[accessibleimage] Tactile Graphics 2008 Call for Abstracts

Tactile Graphics 2008


Call for Abstracts

4 - 5 December 2008
Jurys Inn, Birmingham, UK

The fourth international conference on tactile diagrams, maps and pictures.


Hosted by
RNIB Centre for Accessible Information
About the Conference
This international event brings together a wide range of people involved in the design, production, procurement, use and support of tactile graphics.
This will include transcribers and designers, end-users, educators, mobility officers, disability support staff, researchers, technology developers and printers, cartographers, arts and heritage organisations, government and public bodies, access consultants, rehabilitation workers, architects, building contractors, and signage companies, among others.
Previous conferences have attracted people from all over the world interested in discussing every aspect of tactile graphics, and this year’s conference promises to be even bigger and better than previous events.
All abstracts will be reviewed by members of the conference Content Group which is made up of industry experts from around the world with diverse areas of expertise. The Content Group will review all abstracts based on the relevance to the conference, contribution to the industry, clarity of writing and originality of work. Abstracts recommended by the Content Group will then be invited to participate in the conference. 

Presentations
If you would like to share your work, experience or research at the conference we are seeking abstracts for conference presentations and exhibitions (see next section).
Conference presentations have a 40-minute slot, for a 30 minute presentation and 10 minutes for questions. Presentations can be aimed at any experience level, but should have little or no audience participation other than questions. Conference presentations will run on 4 and 5 December 2008 at Jurys Inn, Birmingham.
You may submit more than one abstract where you wish to present on different topics, or different types of presentation. Please complete a separate form for each contribution.
We welcome submissions on any topic relating to tactile graphics, particularly those with an applied focus, including, but not limited to: 

access to maps, arts and heritage, curriculum and exam materials
comparisons of different formats
descriptions to accompany tactile graphics
development of tactile graphic literacy
early years / pre braille images
evaluation of materials in real-life settings
good-practice and standards development
interpretation of graphical information through tactile formats
low-tech tactile diagram solutions
non-braille tactile graphics
procurement and dissemination of tactile graphics
research updates
spatial cognition and tactile perception
tactile book creation
tactile models
tactile signage
tactile-audio diagrams
technologies for design, production and use of tactile graphics
training issues for end-users and those working with them
virtual haptic access to graphics
All conference presenters will be required to book for the conference for at least the day they will be presenting. Presenters of accepted abstracts will be encouraged to submit a copy of their final presentation slides, full paper or summary of their session for the conference website.
All presenters will be responsible for ensuring their presentation and handouts are accessible for all delegates, and guidance will be provided to accepted presenters. If you are interested in presenting, please complete the submission form on page 6. 

Exhibition
Speakers and delegates have the opportunity to showcase their work, products or services in the dedicated exhibition rooms. Refreshment breaks are taken in the exhibition rooms and there are dedicated browsing times scheduled during the conference programme.
Tables will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis and if demand exceeds capacity we may impose a limit of e.g. one table per organisation, and / or one day only. 

The pricing structure is as follows. Prices are per table per day:
Band A Smaller voluntary and community organisations with a turnover of up to £150,000 £20 + VAT Band B Larger voluntary and community organisations with a turnover of over £150,000 £50 + VAT Band C Statutory and commercial organisations. £75 + VAT Tables are 120cm by 60cm (4 ft by 2 ft) and will be supplied with a chair if required. If you have a tall display to put behind your table, please be aware that ceiling height is 2.3m (7.5 ft).
All conference exhibitors will be required to book for the conference for at least the day they will be exhibiting. All exhibitors will be responsible for ensuring their exhibition materials are accessible for all delegates, and guidance will be provided to accepted participants.
If you are interested in having an exhibition table, please complete the submission form on page 7. 

Format of Submissions
All submissions should be made using the forms at the end of this document, to include a title, of 80 characters (including spaces) or less, and an abstract of the content of the presentation or exhibition of between 100 and 200 words. The presenters’ names, job role or title, and email address must also be given. Accepted abstracts will also be published on the conference website.
All abstracts will be reviewed by members of the conference Content Group which is made up of industry experts from around the world with diverse areas of expertise. The Content Group will review all abstracts based on the relevance to the conference, contribution to the industry, clarity of writing and originality of work. Abstracts recommended by the Content Group will then be invited to participate in the conference.
All presenters and exhibitors will be responsible for ensuring their presentation and exhibition materials are accessible for all delegates, and guidance will be provided to accepted participants.
All conference participants will be required to book and pay for their conference place. 

Abstract Submission Information
Please return your completed form(s) by 25 July 2008 as an email attachment to: tactilegraphics2008@xxxxxxxxxxx 

If you are unable to email your submission, please post it to:

Tactile Graphics 2008
RNIB Access Events
58-72 John Bright Street
Birmingham, B1 1BN
UK
If you have not had confirmation that your abstract has been received within 5 working days, then please contact us. 
Key Dates
Closing date for abstract submissions: 25 July 2008
Decisions will be notified to presenters / exhibitors by: 8 September 2008
Pre-conference workshops: 3 December 2008
Conference dates (presentations / exhibition): 4 - 5 December 2008

More Information
Please visit the conference section of the NCTD website for more information about the presentations and exhibitions which were accepted in previous years.
If you have any questions about submitting your application, or the appropriateness of your presentation or exhibition topic, please contact the conference team who will be happy to help. 

Email: tactilegraphics2008@xxxxxxxxxxx

Conference website: http://www.nctd.org.uk/conference
Please return your completed form(s) by 25 July 2008 as an email attachment to: 



Telephone: + 44 (0)121 665 4240
Fax: + 44 (0)121 665 4201 (Please mark "FAO - Access Events")
Conference Presentation
Abstract Submission Form
Please complete the following form. All fields will appear in the proceedings with the exception of your email address, please ensure that you enter information as you wish it to appear. Forms which have not been completed properly may be rejected. 

Presentation title (80 characters or less including spaces):

Main presenter (must book for the conference):

Job role or title:

Name of employer / institution / organisation:

Country:

Email address:

Co-presenter name(s) (must book for the conference):

Co-presenter job title(s):

Country:

Co-presenter email address(es):
Co-authors (will be credited in proceedings. If they wish to attend they must book):
Abstract of presentation content (100-200 words only including objectives and outcomes): 

Objectives of presentation (bullet points only):

Outcomes for audience (bullet points only):

Prior knowledge of topic assumed: High / Low
Contains advanced technical content: Yes / No
Conference presentations will run on 4 - 5 December 2005. Please indicate when you would be able to present (if accepted): 
4 or 5 Dec / 4 Dec only / 5 Dec only
Exhibition
Abstract Submission Form
Please complete the following form. Fields marked with an asterisk will appear in the proceedings, please ensure that you enter information as you wish it to appear. Forms which have not been completed properly may be rejected. 

Exhibition title (80 characters or less including spaces)*:

Name of employer / institution / organisation*:

Country*:

Name of person who will exhibit*:

Job role or title*:

Web address*:

Abstract of exhibition content (100-200 words only)*:
Please tell us how many tables you require and which band you qualify for using the table below 
Bands Organisation type Price per table per day
(2 days available) Number of tables required Band A Smaller voluntary and community organisations with a turnover of up to £150,000 £20 + VAT Band B Larger voluntary and community organisations with a turnover of over £150,000 £50 + VAT Band C Statutory and commercial organisations. £75 + VAT Which days would you like to exhibit? (Please choose one of the options and delete those which don’t apply): Both days, 4 Dec Only, 5 Dec Only, Any One Day. 

Total price:

Email address:

Will your display include items which are, or will be, for sale?
Yes / No





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