Welcome to the 2026 SoTL (Scholarship of Teaching and Learning) Symposium, hosted by Canadore College's Centre of Academic Excellence and Lifelong Learning!
Join us virtually on Thursday, May 21, 2026, for our annual SoTL Symposium!
This year’s theme, More than Marks: Understanding Student Learning through SoTL, explores the many ways faculty, teaching and learning support staff, and educational researchers are working to better understand and enhance student learning. Grounded in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, the symposium provides an engaging platform to showcase the strategies, reflective practices, and inquiry-driven approaches educators are using to create meaningful learning experiences across disciplines.
This event is designed to foster connection and collaboration. Accordingly, the symposium invites participants to share their work, exchange ideas, and explore how teaching practices can be refined to support student growth, engagement, and success.
📢 Call for Proposals
Canadore College is pleased to announce the call for proposals for the 2026 SoTL Symposium. Developed and organized by the Centre of Academic Excellence and Lifelong Learning (CAELL), this symposium aims to highlight innovative SoTL projects and foster knowledge sharing amongst faculty and researchers. The 2026 SoTL Symposium will occur on May 21, 2026, via Microsoft Teams.
We invite Canadian college and university faculty, as well as teaching and learning support staff, to submit proposals for presentations and workshops.
This year’s theme is More Than Marks: Understanding student learning through SoTL. We are seeking proposals that align with this theme by highlighting research and practices that deepen our understanding of student learning, explore meaningful approaches to assessment and evaluation, and examine how SoTL can inform and improve educational practice.
Topics to consider can relate to:
- Assessing learning
- Student perspectives on learning and success
- SoTL approaches to understanding the student experience
- Meaningful feedback and its role in learning
- Alternative and authentic assessment practices
- Measuring skill development, confidence, and engagement
- Inclusive and equitable approaches to assessment and evaluation
- Classroom research on teaching strategies and student learning
- Reflective practice and evidence-informed teaching
- Exploring student growth through qualitative and mixed-methods inquiry
- Presentations
Share the results and impact of your completed SoTL project. Discuss your current SoTL research, including methodology, preliminary findings, and expected outcomes.  
- Workshops
Engage participants in hands-on activities that demonstrate innovative teaching practices and research methodologies. Facilitate discussions and collaborations among participants to explore SoTL ideas and projects.   - Panel Discussion
Facilitate a panel discussion that brings together perspectives on a timely topic related to teaching and learning. Panelists may share experiences, practices, research insights, or lessons learned. This panel session will provide opportunities for attendees to engage with the discussion, ask questions, and connect with others through thoughtful dialogue. This panel can also take the form of a student panel discussion related to teaching and learning. Please note only one panel discussion will be scheduled.
Submission Guidelines 
Please submit your proposals using the designated Microsoft Form by the deadline. The Microsoft Form will require you to provide a clear and concise overview of your project, including the title and a detailed description. Ensure your proposal outlines the objectives, methodology, significance, expected outcomes, and benefits of your SoTL research. Access the Microsoft Form here.  
 
Important Dates 
- Proposal Submission Deadline: April 17, 2026
- Notification of Proposal Acceptance: April 24, 2026 
- Symposium Date: May 21, 2026
Please submit your proposals via the Microsoft Form by April 17, 2026. Submissions will be evaluated by the Reviewers, and applicants will be notified by April 24, 2026 of their application status. 
For questions or further information, please contact us at ace@canadorecollege.ca.  
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Join us for an inspiring day of teaching and learning innovation. To secure your spot, visit our Registration Page and select “Get Tickets”. We look forward to seeing you there!
As a proud host of The Future of Learning Summit, Canadore College is committed to fostering a welcoming and respectful environment for all attendees. In alignment with our Respectful College Community Policy, we expect all participants—faculty, staff, visitors, and guests—to engage with one another in a manner that promotes respect, dignity, and inclusivity. Discrimination, harassment, and offensive behaviour have no place at this event, as we strive to create a positive and enriching experience for everyone. Together, let’s make this summit a collaborative and respectful space for innovation and learning.