Conference schedule now released

The webpages have now been updated with the schedule of timings for the sessions during the conference: 8:00 – Registration opens, with refreshments 9:10-10:10 – Welcome and Keynote by Eric Stoller 10:20-11:20 – Workshop 1 & Thunderstorms 11:20-11:35 – Refreshment Break 11:35-12:05 – Short Papers 1 12:10-12:40 – Short Papers 2 12:40-13:40 – Lunch 13:40-14:40…

Early bird extension!

  Update – early bird is now closed, but the standard delegate rate is only £125 🙂 ………………………….. As we’ve only just tentatively revealed the programme, it seems only fair to give you a few more days to get your early bird bookings in. The offer will end at midnight on Friday 20th November, after…

Programme and pre-conference events – it’s all shaping up

It’s been a busy busy few days as we’ve cross-checked information, emails have flown around, and decisions have been made. The result of which means more information and content on the site:  A first draft of the Conference Programme with abstracts & presenters. We’ll be adding to it in the coming days. If you’re a…

What’s all this about pre-conference workshops?

On the booking from, and dotted about on the site, you’ll see we keep mentioning the opportunity for pre-conference workshops on the 17th December. We’ve finally got enough detail to share with you. Please take a look at the new page. The workshops will be opportunity for trying new things out, thinking creatively about social media in…

Are you getting your travel sorted?

We’ve had a couple of queries on Twitter today about start and end times for #SocMedHE15 on the 18th December, so here’s a bit more information: **Updated 9.11.15 note the start time has been amended** Start time 9.30 9.10 but aim for 9 or before. Registration will be open from 8am and there will be refreshments…

Early bird update

We’re just setting up our online booking forms and payment system. Currently we anticipate that early bird will open during w/c 14th September. If you’re already thinking about hotels, we’ve set up a protected batch of rooms with the Novatel and the Mercure, the link will be available when early bird opens.    

*Extension to the deadline for submissions*

As the initial deadline comes so quickly after the August Bank Holiday, we’ve had a few requests for extra time to complete submissions. The final deadline is now 9am Monday 21st September, which should give a little bit of breathing space. Please note, if you’ve already submitted, the form tells you to expect to receive…

The call for Participation is now open

We are delighted to announce the inaugural Social Media for Learning in Higher Education #SocMedHE15 Conference, and submissions are now welcome. Call for papers The call closes at midday 3rd September 2015 #SocMedHE15 will allow students, their tutors and strategic managers alike to come together to consider the disruptive influence it is having on the sector; the…