ISME World Conference 2010: Why attend an ISME conference?
Reasons for attending an ISME conference...
- Networking - You will meet music educators from nearly 90 countries;
- Energize yourself - World renowned speakers will stretch your thinking in new directions;
- Professional growth - A host of presentations are offered in various styles: roundtables, symposia, lectures, workshops, demonstrations, posters;
- Communication and sharing - You will meet international colleagues who are eager to communicate and share ideas between conferences;
- Support - You will meet international colleagues who are always willing to offer assistance between conferences, but there will also be those eager to connect with you and seek your assistance;
- Contributing - Explore the wide variety of opportunities that ISME offers for you to be a conference presenter, performer or leader of a performing group. Mentors are available who will assist you to polish your submissions, as required;
- Musical experiences - Enjoy concerts by performers from all over the world, and from the host country and region;
- Earn credits - Many institutions offer recognition and academic credit for ISME conference attendance. Some institutions may provide financial assistance. ISME will always supply you with any letters/documentation to assist in this regard;
- Exhibition/Trade Show - Browse through local, regional and international exhibits that are showcased for display and for sale;
- Travel - ISME conferences move around the world, thus offering an opportunity to combine your music educational and personal interests;
- Renewal - An ISME Conference promises to renew both your professional knowledge and expertise and your contacts with former and new colleagues from around the world.