FAQ for presenting
Presenting at (In-person)
Do I need to bring a laptop to present?
Do I need to bring a laptop to present?
Yes, the classrooms are not equipped with desktop computers. Presenters will need to bring laptop for presenting.
Will there be internet available for my session?
Will there be internet available for my session?
Yes, WIFI internet will be available during the conference for presenters at the conference.
I have a MAC laptop, what do I need to connect to the projector?
I have a MAC laptop, what do I need to connect to the projector?
Yes, you should bring cables to connect to projectors in the classroom.
What connector do I need to connect my laptop to the projector?
What connector do I need to connect my laptop to the projector?
Ports in classrooms are HDMI (1), USB-B (1), and USB-A (2).
Is there a limit to the handout size?
Is there a limit to the handout size?
The maximum file size for files is 30mb.
How many handouts can I use in my session?
How many handouts can I use in my session?
Each session is limited to 3 handouts.
When should I upload my presentation documents?
When should I upload my presentation documents?
Presentation documents can be uploaded in the presentation submission form prior to September 15th.
How much does it pay to present at MFPE's Educator Conference?
How much does it pay to present at MFPE's Educator Conference?
MFPE pays $30 per hour of presenting.
What is the cost of registration for a presenter?
What is the cost of registration for a presenter?
As a presenter only there is no registration fee.
Can I get into the classroom before my session?
Can I get into the classroom before my session?
You may test in your assigned room on Wednesday night. There may be open time in the room before your session that you could test.
Is there someone that can help me carry my equipment into the building?
Is there someone that can help me carry my equipment into the building?
Student volunteers will be available throughout the conference to assist with carrying your supplies.
Presenting virtually (Video on Demand or Zoom)
How long does my video need to be?
How long does my video need to be?
Videos should be 40 to 50 minutes in length. Unless you submitted a session that will be longer.
What format does my video in to be in?
What format does my video in to be in?
MP4, MOV, WMV, AVI, and FLV
When is my video due?
When is my video due?
Please, provide your video by September 16th.
Can't I just do a Zoom, Teams, or Google hangout?
Can't I just do a Zoom, Teams, or Google hangout?
We will be hosting a limited number of Zoom sessions.
Can we Zoom our session to virtual attendees?
Can we Zoom our session to virtual attendees?
Zoom sessions are not available for onsite presentations.
Can I use a video from a past Educator Conference?
Can I use a video from a past Educator Conference?
No, we would like to have a new video uploaded this year.
Can I switch to a zoom session?
Can I switch to a zoom session?
Contact Jami at jwood@mfpe.org.
How much does it pay to present at MFPE's Educator Conference?
How much does it pay to present at MFPE's Educator Conference?
MFPE pays $30 per 50 minutes of presenting.
What is the cost of registration for a presenter?
What is the cost of registration for a presenter?
As a presenter only there is not fee to register.
