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Guidelines For Poster Presentations

Admin — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 10:13:44 +0200

Posters are encouraged by CCEAM 2008 as an effective means of presenting information. Space will be available to display all posters for the duration of the congress. Poster summaries will be published in the Proceedings.

SUBMISSION

Abstracts are to be submitted by 31 December 2007 on the Abstract submission template and may contain no more than 250 words. The full 1200-word summary of the poster is to be submitted by 31 May 2008. The words “POSTER SUMMARY” must be inserted above the title. The poster summary may include one table or figure/photo but then with a maximum word count of 900.

PRESENTATION

Each poster submitted must be 600mm wide and 900mm in length.

In addition to good scientific content, three basic criteria are required for an effective display: it must be attractive, well organised and self-explanatory. Authors are free to use their creativity to produce attractive posters.

The title and author’s name should be displayed at the top of the poster in a single row with letters 9-10 cm high. A small photograph of the author can be included to assist the audience in contacting the author.

The different written sections should preferably be no more than 10 lines each. They should use bold lettering 1 – 1.5 cm high, so as to be easily readable from a distance of 2m. Use of capital letters only is discouraged. The flow pattern should be indicated clearly by arrows or numbers.

Each figure, photograph or table should have a clear caption and be at least 20 by 28 cm. Avoid overloading figures and tables with information and use colour to make them clearer.

Authors will be expected to set up their own posters at the start of the conference. If they cannot be present at the conference they may designate someone to act on their behalf.

The programme will include time for special poster sessions during which authors or their representatives are expected to be in attendance at their poster and to briefly present their poster to the gathered audience.

Commercial or other forms of promotion (e.g. organisational promotion) is not permitted (exhibition stands are available for this). Poster contents must be of an academic / educational nature.

Guidelines For Full Paper Presentations

Admin — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 10:06:19 +0200

MANUSCRIPTS

When papers are first submitted, they should be sent via email as an attached file in MS Word or .rtf format. In addition to the complete manuscript (including Figures and Tables), all Figures and Tables should be sent as separate attached files. This is to facilitate the editing/formatting process. Should a computer disc (CD only) be used, a hard copy must accompany the disc.

Scripts should be in English in third person format, in A4 page format and using Times New Roman, font size 12. 1.5 spacing must be used with a 25mm margin all round. Pages are to be numbered consecutively at the centre bottom of the page.

The author is responsible for making all changes and additions suggested by the referees/editors or alternatively responding to the comments in writing. The final copy must then be returned to the CCEAM 2008 Scientific Committee (together with a computer disc, where necessary). The disc should be marked with the author’s name and full contact details and the computer programme used to construct the figures.

LENGTH

Papers should be a maximum length of 3000 words.

LAYOUT & HEADINGS

The sequence of items in the script should be:

Title: This must be short and concise (no longer than 10 words), followed by the authors’ names, institutional affiliations and addresses (including email address).

Abstract: This should consist of a maximum of 250 words and should capture the important features of the paper.

Keywords: 6 Keywords are required. The selection of these is vital because the search engine will use these to identify your area of research.

Headings and sub-headings: Please ensure that headings are consistent with this style. Please do not use more than 3 levels of heading, unless absolutely necessary.

HEADING LEVEL 1: TIMES NEW ROMAN CAPITAL (12 POINT FONT)

Heading level 2: Times New Roman (12 point font) lower case

Heading level 3: Times New Roman (12 point font) italics.

Acknowledgements: If applicable

References: Literature cited must be arranged alphabetically. References in the text are given as Jones (1996) or (Jones, 1996) depending on context. Where two authors are involved both names should be cited (Jones and Smith, 1996). Where more than two authors are involved, the citation should be written as (Jones et al., 1996). When citing several papers by the same authors published in the same year, a, b, c, etc., should be placed after the year of publication. Each citation in the reference list should include the names of all authors, the year of publication, complete title, publisher, publication, volume number, issue number in brackets and inclusive page numbers. e.g.

Barnes, AC (1964). The Envirnomental Educator.. Leonard Hill, London, 456 pp.

De Beer, AG (1976). An new innovation in learning processes. Southern African Journal of Environmental Education. 20 (3): 111-112

Abbreviations for periodicals should be as quoted in the World List of Scientific Periodicals. References not cited in the text should not appear in the list of references and vice versa.

Unpublished data and verbal communications should not appear in the list of references, but should appear in brackets in the text, e.g. (Boetie, personal communication, 20/5/2006). Similarly, website references should appear in brackets in the text only and not in the reference list, with date of access.

Photographs and Images: Submit in .jpg format.

Tables: Headings inserted above the Table.

Figures: Headings inserted below the Figure.

Numbering: In the text all numbers below 10 should be written in full, and numbers greater than nine in digits. Paragraphs in the text should not be numbered.

Units: The SI system of units must be used.

ACCEPTANCE

The CCEAM 2008 Programme Committee reserves the right to reject any paper or poster.
Papers will be refereed before publication in the Conference Proceedings.
Papers read at the Conference will not necessarily be published in the Proceedings.

Terms and Conditions

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Welcome Message from the CCEAM 2008 National Organising Committee Chair

Admin — Fri, 05 Oct 2007 10:06:29 +0200

Dear Fellow Educators,

On behalf of the Education Management Association of South Africa [EMASA], we are honoured to be hosting the Commonwealth Council For Educational Administration and Management Conference, in Durban, South Africa. The conference will take place from 8 September to 12 September 2008.

We believe that this conference is of the utmost importance to the African continent and will present the platform for Commonwealth countries, to share experiences, knowledge and grow Educational Administration, Management and Leadership.

With the conference theme: “Think Globally Act Locally: A Challenge to Education Leaders”, the organising committee believes that the challenges, achievements and goals of the education environment can be addressed.

Our country has a young democracy, with unbelievable growth potential, and this conference and your attendance will only add value and contribute towards our growth and future strength.

Attendance at the conference can be confirmed by means of online registration. Should you require any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact our conference organisers.

If you have not visited our beautiful country before, please try and spend a few days exploring the surrounding area. This will give you a better understanding of our environment and wonderful warm people.

Looking forward to welcoming you to Durban!

Best Wishes

Muavia Gallie

CCEAM 2008 National Organising Committee Chair

CCEAM 2008 National Organizing Committee

Chair:

Muavia Gallie

Members:

Alison Bengtson-Mali

Anusha Naidu

Vitallis Chikoko

Cyril Samuel

Tom Bisschoff

First Announcement

Admin — Wed, 29 Aug 2007 00:00:50 +0200

Dear friends,

The 2008 Commonwealth Council for Educational Administration and Management (CCEAM) Conference will take place from September 8th to the 12th in Durban, South Africa at the International Convention Centre (ICC). The Conference is being organised by the Education Management Association of South Africa (EMASA) with the theme:

“Think Globally Act Locally: A Challenge to Education Leaders”

The isiZulu proverb Lomhlaba Unzima, Lohmhlaba (this world is a harsh place, this world) describes a world where illumination has not yet reached all of us. We now have the opportunity to influence this harsh place, this world, trough education and this is why this conference is of the utmost importance. In true African tradition the 2008 Durban CCEAM Conference, which is one of the most important international and Commonwealth events in the area of Educational Administration, Management and Leadership, promises to offer each and every delegate a little wisdom.

I am therefore anxiously awaiting you’re arrival in Durban where - as the Indian Ocean, radiant golden sands and lush sub-tropical greenery meet to form something truly spectacular – there may be a true meeting of minds. This meeting, I believe, will ultimately impact on South Africa’s 12 million learners, 366 000 teachers and 28 000 schools but also your own unique part of the Commonwealth and the world.

Tom Bisschoff [email protected]">[email protected]
Chair CCEAM Conference Committee

CCEAM 2008 Conference

Admin — Thu, 07 Jun 2007 11:57:56 +0200

Think Globally Act Locally: A Challenge to Education Leaders

8 – 12 September 2008, ICC Durban

Think Globally Act Locally: A Challenge to Education Leaders

The world has become a global village. In order to address today's life challenges, we need to broaden our intellectual horizons. This theme challenges today's educational leaders and managers to think more and act more. The role of Educational Leadership, Management and Administration in understanding, shaping and re-shaping education for economic and social progress in this global village cannot be over-emphasised. Thus the conference theme invites African and other perspectives of global and local leadership. It seeks to provide a forum for an examination of the interface between schools, other education structures and communities. It wishes to foreground the role of information and communication technology in the leadership and management of education.

Sub-themes

The conference programme will provide for leading keynote speakers, plenary sessions, parallel paper and poster presentations through the following sub-themes:

• African and other perspectives on leadership

• Professional ethics, personality traits, spirituality and values in Leadership and Management

• The interface between schools and local education structures

• The school-community interface

• ICT as a tool for enhancing Educational Leadership and Management

• Emerging trends in Educational Leadership, Management, Administration and Governance

Who should attend?

• Education managers, leaders and administrators from all sectors

• Educators

• Academics

• Researchers from all educational and related sectors

• Students of Education leadership, management and administration

• All others with an interest in this field of education

Invited Keynote Speakers

The following keynote speakers have been invited to present at the conference.

(Please note that this list of speakers may change.)

• Minister Naledi Pandor – National Minister of Education, South Africa

• Professor Jonathan Jansen – Ex Dean of the Faculty of Education, University of Pretoria, SA

• Dr Tony Townsend – Professor, Department of Educational Leadership, College of Education, Florida Atlantic University

• Professor Andy Hargreaves – The Thomas More Brennan Chair in Education at Boston College

• Professor Petros Pashiardis, Ph.D. – President CCEAM, Open University of Cyprus

Partners and Sponsors

Admin — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 12:11:53 +0200

A greeting from the CCEAM President, Professor Petros Pashiardis

Admin — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 12:09:47 +0200

Dear colleagues,

Our membership increases year after year and is becoming, with each passing year, the meeting ground for East, West, North and South. This is the main thrust of the upcoming CCEAM 2008 conference in Durban, South Africa. The Conference theme is: “Think Globally, Act Locally”. A very timely theme and very appropriate for the multitudes of our membership around the Commonwealth and the globe. Plans for an interesting, informative and integrated CCEAM conference in 2008 are well underway and our friends from EMASA, the affiliate which is organizing this conference are hard at work.

Indeed, the more we become a truly international organization, the more we have to rethink and reframe our most cherished notions of school leadership, management and administration. Durban is already shaping up to be a great host-city for our conference and for those of us who think that we live on the top of the world we are getting ready to go “down under”. However, a friend from South Africa told me once, “how are things down there for you in Europe?” That is when I realized that “down under” or “up there” are very relative clauses and it really depends on where you stand in order to have a certain point of you. The same goes for our theme: what is global may become local and what is local may become global.

We expect a large number of members from around the Commonwealth and from many more countries from around the world to be present at this wonderful event. See you all there!!!

Professor Petros Pashiardis

CCEAM President

Conference Tours

Admin — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 12:09:05 +0200

Conference tours have been arranged as part of the conference programme, and will take place on Friday 12 September 2008 from 08h00. Only one tour may be selected. Tours are not included in the registration fee and are an extra charge.

1. DURBAN ORIENTATION & KILLIE CAMPBELL TOUR

Morning Departure:		09h00 – 13h00
Price:		R 305 per person
Duration:		4 Hours

Depart from the ICC at 09h00 and travel along Durban’s Golden Mile, on to the entrance of Africa’s largest working harbour, where a stop is made for photos and a walkabout for guests to find out more about the origins of Durban. We then head on to the Yacht Mole along the Victoria Embankment before travelling through one of Durban’s oldest suburbs, Glenwood, to the University of KwaZulu-Natal. Afterwards we visit the Durban Botanical Gardens, which has one of the finest Orchid Houses in the world. Our next stop will be the Campbell Collection Museum, home to three major resources for research into the history and culture of KwaZulu-Natal, housed at Muckleneuk, formerly the home of Durban’s Campbell Family who were prominent philanthropists and collectors. We return to the ICC via the City Hall and Farewell Square.

2. VALLEY OF 1000 HILLS TOUR

Morning Departure:		09h00 – 12h30
Price:		R 335 per person
Duration:		3.56 Hours

Depart at 09h00 from the ICC and travel via the suburbs of Westville, Pinetown, Kloof and Hillcrest to the Valley of 1000 Hills to “Phe-zulu Village” for a Zulu Cultural Experience. Learn more about the traditions and beliefs of the Zulu culture. Enjoy some Zulu Dancing and singing before walking through the Crocodile and ReptilePark. Return to the ICC.

3. uSHAKA MARINE WORLD TOUR

Departure:		13h30 – 17h30
Price:		R 340 per person
Duration:		4 Hours

Depart at 13h30 from the ICC for uShaka Marine World, incorporating a unique shipwreck themed aquarium, a 1200 seater dolphin stadium, a seal pool and penguin rockery. Explore the life size 1920’s era cargo steamer run aground between rocks and lagoons – the centerpiece of uShaka Marine World. Come nose to snout with the star of “Jaws” with just millimeters of glass between you as you traverse the wreckage. Wind your way carefully through the half a kilometre of themed viewing tanks, past seven massive aquarium tanks and 25 smaller marine exhibits as you discover other dangers of the deep. Enjoy the spectacular performance of the aquarium’s dolphins and seals before returning to the ICC.

4. CULTURAL TOUR

Morning Departure:		09h00 – 15h00
Price:		R 750 per person
Duration:		7 Hours

Depart at 09h00 from the ICC for a Cultural Experience. Places we visit include the Gozololo Orphanage, Ekhaya Multi Art Centre, Ghandi Settlement, OhlangaSchool, and Inanda Seminary School. Enjoy lunch at a local shebeen and return to the ICC at approximately 15h00.

5. SHAKALAND ZULU CULTURAL EXPERIENCE TOUR

Morning Departure:		08h30 – 17h00
Price:		R 995 per person
Duration:		8 Hours

Depart from the ICC at 08h30 and travel North to Zululand - home of the Great Zulu King Shaka and his wife Nandi, and visit Shakaland in the Nkwaleni Valley. An audiovisual presentation starts this awesome display of Zulu culture and beliefs. Learn about beehive huts, the Sangoma and how Zulu Warriors made their spears. Complete this wonderful experience with a traditional Zulu-style lunch. Return to the ICC in the late afternoon.

6. TALA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE TOUR

Morning Departure:		09h00 – 16h00
Price:		R 995 per person
Duration:		6 Hours

Depart from the ICC at 09h00 and travel west through the scenic KwaZulu-Natal Midlands past the capital city of Kwazulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg, to Tala Private Game Reserve. On arrival, board your open safari vehicle for a two hour game drive through this private game reserve, a wonderful opportunity to spot rhinoceros, giraffe, buffalo, zebra and rare roan and sable antelope. Enjoy lunch on the terrace overlooking this wildlife paradise. After lunch transfer back to Durban, arriving at approximately 16h00.

Practical Information

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Duration

On-site registration will commence on Sunday 7 September 2008 and the Conference will open on Monday 8 September 2008, ending Friday 12 September 2008, when a series of Conference Tours will take place.

Language

The official language of the conference is English.

Location

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Home to 4 million people and voted one of the world’s top 10 cities, Durban is Africa’s leading conference, tourism and business meeting place. Surrounded by game reserves and beaches, superb golf courses and vibrant nightlife, Durban is Africa’s best attraction.

It is the biggest city in the Zulu Kingdom and an important economic hub built around Africa’s biggest and busiest port. Durban’s attractions include beautiful parks, modern shopping centres and quaint markets, interesting museums and galleries and world class restaurants and entertainment.

Venue

Durban International Convention Centre.

The conference will be held at Durban’s acclaimed International Convention Centre (ICC Durban), twice voted Africa’s leading International Convention Centre. Located in the heart of this bustling city, ICC Durban is surrounded by some of the city’s exclusive four and five star hotels.

The Convention Centre has a proven track record. It has been host to some of the world’s most memorable events, including the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting and the United Nations Conference Against Racism.

ICC Durban is centred on four interlinking halls of immense area, providing a combined capacity of over 9000 square metres of floor space. It serves as a banquet hall, an exhibition venue, a convention theatre, a ballroom, a sports arena or concert chamber, or it can be divided up into eleven varied size venues which can all be used concurrently.

Every part of ICC Durban is a multi-purpose space, adaptable to meet any requirement. State-of-the-art equipment, skilled technical support and attentive service are a feature of each configuration.

Accommodation

For your convenience, a range of accommodation has been selected as the official CCEAM 2008 Hotels and special rates have been obtained. Bookings need to be made through The Conference Company to obtain these special rates. Please kindly indicate on your registration form should you wish to make an accommodation booking. Please note the following:

All rates below are per person per night bed and breakfast and include VAT at 14% but exclude a 1% tourism levy which must be paid directly to the hotel on departure.
All accommodation is booked on a first come first served basis, subject to availability.
Please note: The Road Lodge only has double beds and thus no twin accommodation is available.
A shuttle service will be provided to transport delegates between the Convention Centre and the official conference hotels.
A shuttle timetable will be available at the Conference venue.
All rates are quoted in South African Rand.
Delegates staying at unofficial Conference accommodation will need to provide their own transport.

Hotel	Location	Distance from the ICC	Single B&B per room per night	Sharing B&B per person per night	Star Rating
The Hilton	City Centre	Walking distance	R1 250	R 750.00	Deluxe
The Holiday Inn Elangeni	NorthBeach	1 km	R 1,165.00	R 642.50	4*
The HolidayInn NorthBeach	NorthBeach	1 km	R 1,146.00	R 691.50	3*
The City Lodge	City Centre	0.5km	R 740.00	R 490.00	3*
The Road Lodge	City Centre	1 km	R 380.00	R 207.50	Budget Hotel

Terms and conditions:

Accommodation booked must be pre-paid in full by 22 May 2008. All bookings thereafter are to be paid for on receipt of invoice.
Check in is at 14h00, and check out at 10h00
Cancellations made after 22 May 2008: 50% charge on first night’s accommodation.
Cancellations made after 20 June 2008: 100% charge on first night’s accommodation.
Cancellations made after 22 July 2008: 100% charge on the entire stay.

All refunds due will only be processed after the conference.

Airport Transfers and Shuttle Bus Service

Durban International Airport is located 10 km from Durban and is 20 minutes from the ICC Durban. Should you require an airport transfer, kindly complete the relevant section on the registration form and please supply all flight details. The cost of the transfer is R 120.00 per person per one way transfer. A CCEAM 2008 Welcome Desk will be operational at peak arrival times at Durban International Airport, in the luggage collection area.

Disabled Facilities

If you require disabled facilities, please notify the Conference Secretariat.

Liability

The Conference Organisers have taken all reasonable care in making arrangements for the Conference, including accommodation and conference tours. In the event of unforeseen disruptions, neither the Conference Organisers nor CCEAM 2008 can be held responsible for any losses incurred by delegates. The programme is correct at the time of printing, but organisers reserve the right to alter the programme if and when deemed necessary. The Conference Organisers act as agents only in securing hotels, transport and travel services, and shall in no event be liable for acts or omissions in the event of injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity of any kind whatsoever during arrangements organised through contractors or by the employees of such contractors. Hotel and transportation services are subject to the terms and conditions under which they are offered to the general public. Delegates should make their own arrangements with respect to personal insurance. The conference organisers reserve the right to make changes as and when deemed necessary without prior notice to the parties concerned. All disputes are subject to resolution under South African Law.

Limit on Numbers

Attendance at some sessions, social events and tours will be restricted in numbers. It is strongly recommended that you book for these functions with your registration to avoid disappointment. Preference will be given in sequence as registrations are received.

Currency/Banking Hours

The currency of the Republic of South Africa is the South African Rand. Banks quote exchange rates daily of the Rand against all major traded foreign currencies. Banking hours for the public are Monday to Friday 09:00 – 15:30, Saturday 08:30 – 11:00. There are many Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) outside most branches of banks in all towns and in the main tourist areas. Hotels, large shops and restaurants normally accept credit cards. Rates of exchange are published daily in the local press.

VAT

Value Added Tax (VAT) at the rate of 14% is levied on most goods and services and is included in the display price of most goods. International visitors are encouraged to keep their slips as they can reclaim VAT on goods (not services) priced higher than R250.00 at the airport on departure, some harbours and at Customs Offices.

Security

Like many major cities, Durban has both good and bad areas. It is advisable when walking in Durban, particularly at night, that one should be aware of people around you, and ideally you should not walk alone but in a group. Ostentatious displays of wealth should be avoided, and it is not advisable to look like a typical 'tourist’. Do not leave valuables unattended.

Weather

The weather in September is normally mild and pleasant, with daily temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC during the day andbetween 10ºC and 15ºC overnight. It is recommended that you bring warm clothes for the evenings and a jacket or raincoat.