LEVEL OF PRESENTATIONS

The level of presentation is identified by the submitter(s) and is based on expected audience experience and knowledge. Session attendees evaluate the presentation by the appropriateness of the level and the ability of the speakers to meet the described objectives. It is very important to accurately identify the level of your proposal. The Conference Planning Committee reserves the right to modify the level and will instruct submitters accordingly so that they may meet audience expectations.

Fundamental sessions require little or no previous knowledge of the topic material by attendees and should emphasize the definition of terms and description of key concepts. These sessions take the "who, what, when, where, why and how" approach.

Intermediate sessions require a basic knowledge and some experience in the topic area by the attendees. Brief emphasis on terms is recommended. The focus should be on the practical use of the topic and the user benefits, and should include detailed examples. Some evaluation of alternative methods would be appropriate.

Advanced sessions require a working knowledge and considerable experience in the topic area by attendees and may further require basic or working knowledge in one or more related areas outside the specific topic. Examples and calculations may be fairly complex and only new technical terminology should be specifically defined. These proposals should be strategic in scope and focus on emerging trends or products.