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OCTOBER 24-25, 2025 | Harrisonburg, VA
Presenters — Call for Proposals
We invite educators, students, researchers, and community partners to share their expertise and creativity at Micro:bit Live Virginia 2025. Sessions should be practical, hands-on, and aligned with our vision of empowering classrooms through computer science, creativity, and equity.
Conference Presentation Proposal Submission
This conference is dedicated to exploring how the micro:bit can be used to strengthen computer science learning in K–12 classrooms and beyond. We especially welcome practitioner-focused sessions that highlight classroom integration, professional development for teachers, student designed projects, or advocacy and research for expanding CS opportunities in schools and districts.
Timeline
- Oct 6 Submission Deadline
- Oct 10 Presenters Notified
- Oct 15 Schedule Released
Session Types
When submitting a proposal, you may choose one or more of the following formats that best describe your vision for the session:
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Interactive Workshop — Active, engaging sessions where participants build or explore together.
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Hands-on Lab — Deep-dive technical or creative lab experiences.
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Panel Discussion — Multiple voices sharing perspectives on a focused topic.
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Lecture / Presentation — Informative talk with optional Q&A.
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Student-led Session — Sessions designed and presented by students, showcasing their work.
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Poster / Playground Presentation — Informal, visual presentations during walkabout times for demos, projects, or research highlights.
Session Length Options
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30 minutes — Mini Session
Short and practical, focused on one idea, tool, or classroom strategy. -
60 minutes — Session
Standard presentation or interactive discussion with participant engagement. -
90 minutes — Workshop
Extended, hands-on opportunity for deeper learning and creation. -
Informal Playground / Walkabout
Ongoing or drop-in opportunities (such as posters, demos, or open lab activities) available for exploration during scheduled networking times.