Call for Reviewers
Application Deadline: December 20, 2024
Thank you for your interest in applying to be a Natural Start Alliance proposal reviewer for the 2025 online Nature-Based Early Learning Conference!
Proposal reviewers evaluate proposals based on alignment with conference objectives, relevancy, clarity of learning objectives, overall quality of the submission, and consistency with accepted standards for effective adult learning.
To apply: There are no specific requirements to become a reviewer. We seek professionals who have a diversity of experience and perspectives in nature-based early childhood education. Applications are due by December 20, 2024, and notifications will be sent to all applicants in early January.
Access to a computer and reliable internet connection are required as the review process will take place online, via email, and over Zoom.
Anyone who is selected as a proposal reviewer and completes the review of proposals by the deadline(s) communicated will receive one non-transferable, complimentary full registration for the online conference.
Expectations for Conference Proposal Reviewers:
- Complete an online review of proposals (approximately 20-25) in one or more of the conference strands: Teaching, Administration, Research, Teacher Development, and Strategies for Change
- Collaborate with fellow peer reviewers during the recommendation process
- Participate in all proposal review activities in late January and early February 2025 (including reviewing proposals and a meeting to discuss proposals)
By submitting this application, you are acknowledging that you understand the expectations of proposal reviewers and, barring unforeseen events, will be able to meet the communicated deadlines taking place between late January and early February 2025.