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ENSLT

LESICO 5

In this briefing, we outline key details for member submissions to LESICO 5. This includes important dates, thematic areas, proposal guidelines, poster requirements, and practical considerations for those wishing to present or participate.

Application Briefing for Members

Sunday 2nd November 2025 6:00pm - 7:15pm

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Key Information for Members

Important Dates

  • Proposal submission deadline: 30 December 2025
  • Notification of acceptance: 15 March 2026
  • Registration period: July 2026
  • Deadline for interpretation materials & PowerPoints: 31 October 2026
  • Conference dates: 27–29 November 2026

Call for Papers

Proposals must relate to one of the following thematic areas:

Priority Themes

Sign Language as a First Language

What it is: Teaching, assessing, or supporting native signers.

They look for: Research, examples from Deaf children, L1 development.

Stronger proposal: Show evidence or real teaching examples.

Sign Language Curriculum

What it is: Curriculum design, levels, standards.

They look for: Clear structures, frameworks, progression.

Stronger proposal: Show how your curriculum works in practice.

Other Accepted Themes

Sign Language as a Second Language

What it is: Teaching SL to learners with no signing background.

They look for: L2 methods, grammar teaching, assessment ideas.

Stronger proposal: Connect to L2 theory + show learner outcomes.

Sign Language Teaching & Bilingual Education

What it is: Using SL + written/spoken language together.

They look for: Real bilingual classroom practice.

Stronger proposal: Describe context and show impact on learning.

Teaching & Pedagogical Resources for Sign Language

What it is: Teaching materials (videos, worksheets, apps, AI).

They look for: Useful, tested resources.

Stronger proposal: Show how learners used the resource.

Teaching Minority Sign Languages

What it is: Teaching smaller or emerging sign languages.

They look for: Case studies, challenges, solutions.

Stronger proposal: Explain community context + adaptations.

Sign Language & Deaf Immigrant Communities

What it is: Supporting learners with different sign languages.

They look for: Methods for mixed groups, bridging communication.

Stronger proposal: Give real examples and practical solutions.

Sign Language for Deaf People with Disabilities / Specific Needs

What it is: Adapting SL teaching for diverse needs.

They look for: Accessibility strategies.

Stronger proposal: Describe adaptations and learner progress.

Artificial Intelligence, New Technologies & Sign Language Teaching

What it is: Using digital tools, AI, apps, VR, etc.

They look for: Real use, honest benefits + challenges.

Stronger proposal: Include examples, screenshots or evaluation.

Sign Language and Culture

What it is: Deaf identity, history, cultural teaching.

They look for: Creative cultural approaches.

Stronger proposal: Show how culture improved learning.

Any related topics within Sign Language Pedagogy & Bilingual Education

What it is: Anything relevant not listed above.

They look for: New ideas or unique projects.

Stronger proposal: Explain the importance and results.

Types of Submissions

1. Paper Presentations

  • 30-minute presentation + Q&A

  • Should align with thematic areas

  • Use of International Sign recommended

2. Roundtable Discussions

  • 60-minute moderated panel

  • 7–10 minutes per speaker

  • Must reflect multiple perspectives on the chosen theme

  • Use of International Sign recommended

Proposal Requirements

Each proposal must include:

Basic Information

  • Title of paper or roundtable
  • Author(s)
  • Affiliation / organisation
  • Contact information

Abstract Format Options

Signed Abstract (video):

  • Maximum 2 minutes

  • Via WeTransfer or YouTube link

Written Abstract:

      • Maximum 300 words

      • Include 3–5 keywords (in English)

Poster Presentation Requirements

Each proposal must include:

Poster Format

DIN A0 size (84.1 × 118.9 cm), portrait

Must include:

  • Title
  • Authors & affiliations
  • Introduction / context
  • Methodology
  • Results
  • Conclusion
  • References
  • Contact information

Signed Video Explanation (via QR Code)

Maximum 10-minute video

Accessible via QR code on the poster

Pre-recorded and hosted on YouTube or Vimeo

Recommended:

  • Dark, uniform background
  • Strong contrast for visual accessibility
  • Clear focus and framing suitable for signing

Display Information

  • Posters displayed during conference documentation reception

  • Permanently displayed for the full two conference days

  • Authors may stand by posters (optional, not mandatory)

  • Additional QR code may be included for downloadable posters

  • Printing is the responsibility of authors

Submission Contact

Email: [email protected]

And good luck!

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