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If you plan to submit more than one proposal, you must submit one complete form for each proposal.

Because this is an on-line submission which must be completed in its entirety and cannot be recalled for editing, we HIGHLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU PRINT OUT A COPY OF THIS FORM AND PREPARE THE REQUESTED CONTENT BEFORE HAND. Once the basic content of your proposal is prepared in a text or word processing document, it can be cut and pasted into the appropriate fields of this on-line form for final submission. Print using the print icon on your browser; if that doesn't work, then select all and copy the form into a blank document and print the document.

Also, YOU MUST PREPARE YOUR ABSTRACT AND VITA AND SAVE THEM AS FILES on your computer BEFORE BEGINNING THIS FORM. [Preferred format is MS WORD (.doc), although we can accept text (.txt), rich text format (.rtf), or MS WORKS (.wps) files.] At the end of the form are two fields where you may browse for and attach those files so they may be sent when the form is transmitted.

We suggest that you carefully review your completed submission prior to pressing the "SUBMIT" button, located at the very bottom of this form. Once you have submitted, you will not be able to retrieve the form for on-line review. If you later decide to make a change to your submission, you must resubmit the proposal in its entirety.

Note: Presenters must register for the conference. Once you submit your presentation, please go to the conference main page and click the registration link. All presenters must register by 1 April, 2009 to remain on the program. You may wish to register earlier for discounted fees and room availability.

If you do not receive this confirmation within 24 hours, please let us know by sending an email to submissions@asdreams.org.

Also, if you do not receive confirmation of Acceptance status by mid-February, 2009, please email us at the same address.

All presenters must adhere to the IASD ethics statement. All proposals should reflect educational, ethical, non-intrusive goals and methods, and presenters should not practice therapy nor make impractical claims. The abbreviated IASD ethics statement is printed below. Please read the complete ethics statement at: http://www.asdreams.org/ethics.htm#ethics1.

The International Association for the Study of Dreams acknowledges the value and importance of the study of dreams and recognizes the responsibility inherent in such study and its consequent applications. The Association encourages its members to exemplify the highest standards of ethical behavior in whatever involvement they may have with dreams. Members are thus encouraged to do their utmost to respect the rights and dignity of other persons; to be honest, accurate and open-minded in the presentation of information and ideas; to insure privacy and confidentiality in dealing with clients, research subjects or members of the general public; and to prevent and avoid any situation where a conflict of interest may compromise the capacity for making prudent and objective decisions and responses.

In keeping with these broad principles, the Association considers it unethical, at its own conferences and programs, for members to use direct solicitation or persuasion for economic or self aggrandizement. Presenters are expected to be honest and accurate in the communication of their own credentials and competencies.

Please specify three observable and measurable learning objectives, or learning outcomes that clearly describe what the learner will know or be able to do as a result of having attended your presentation. (Limit of 250 characters for each learning objective.)

Examples of well-written learning objectives:

1. Summarize basic hypnosis theory and technique.
2. Observe demonstrations of hypnotic technique and phenomena.
3. Recognize differences between acute and chronic pain.

Verbs to consider: list, describe, recite, write, compute, discuss, explain, predict, apply, demonstrate, prepare, use, analyze, design, select, utilize, compile, create, plan, revise, assess, compare, rate, critique ...

Verbs to avoid: know, understand, learn, appreciate, become aware of, become familiar with ...

Next, please provide three evaluation questions which participants should be able to answer after attending your presentation. These learning assessments should be written in a manner that determines whether participants learned what you planned to teach them. These questions should be based on the stated learning objectives. (Limit of 250 characters for each evaluation question.)

Examples of well-written evaluation questions or learning assessments based on the content of the presentation:

1. Can you describe at least two theoretical approaches to hypnosis?
2. Are you able to employ at least two hypnotic induction techniques?
3. Can you explain how psychological approaches differ when applied to acute vs chronic pain?