Thematic Areas

Sustainable Agriculture

• Sustainable plant production, protection and quality
• Biological pest control and IPM in protected systems
• Agricultural biodiversity and biological natural resources
• Agricultural production systems
• Agricultural economics
• Agribusiness and financial management

Environment

• Climate change impacts, adaptation and mitigation
• Environmental conservation
• Building resilient environment
• Integrated marine and terrestrial management
• Environmental governance
• Environmental education
• Waste Management

Education

• Effective Technology in the Classroom
• Curriculum Development
• Innovative Classroom Learning
• Instructional Methodologies
• Improved Pedagogical Teaching and Learning Practices

General Guidelines

1. A hybrid platform of face-to-face and online shall be made available to participants. Hence, participants and delegates are either physically present on-site or can participate remotely via Zoom.
2. Participants will be required to submit an abstract of their research output of not more than 300 words.
3. All accepted abstracts will be printed in the conference proceeding or in an abstract book.
4. A program/schedule of activities will be sent by email relative to the order of presentation of all paper presenters.
5. Conference facilitators/staff will manage the order of presentation.
6. Question and Answer session will follow after a number of paper presentations. A participant can ask directly the question to the presenter or a facilitator will read questions submitted by participants.
7. A registration fee shall be charged from all participants. Registration fee for onsite participants will cover expenses for the certificate, proceedings, tour and meals (2 snacks and 1 lunch). Presenters who opted for online participation will receive electronic copies of certificate and proceedings.
8. Onsite participants will shoulder their own expenses for hotel accommodation and lodging.
9. The ICEEA committee will not accept payment on the day of the conference.
10. Registration fee cannot be refunded if for any reason a participant cannot attend the conference.

Abstract Format and Submission

• MS Word Format
• Title (centered), Font (Times New Roman 12, single-space)
• Author
  1. Name
  2. Email Address
  3. Affiliations/University
• Body: 1paragraph, single space, 250-350 words
• Keywords: 3 to 5 words
• Abstract to be submitted via Online Registration Form (http://iceea.cbsua.edu.ph) on or before September 6, 2024

Virtual Paper Presentation

1. Paper presenters attending virtually are required to submit and upload a maximum of 10-minute pre-recorded video of their paper presentation.
2. The video must be submitted to conference.info@cbsua.edu.ph on or before October 4, 2024.
3. Zoom will be used as the platform for participants joining through virtual presentation.
4. At least one week prior to the scheduled conference, a link will be sent for the virtual conference room that contains the connection information.
5. The presenter must join the meeting ahead of his scheduled time slot (i.e. 30 minutes early) in case there are any technical issues that need to be worked out.
6. The file must be a video file in MP4 format.
7. The video must include the title of the paper and the authors.
8. Email submission should follow the syntax in the Subject: ONLINE-Surname (i.e. ONLINE-De la Cruz)
9. The naming/syntax for the filename must follow this format:
   • ONLINE-Surname_Title of Paper.mp4 (i.e. Cruz_Determinants of Profitability of Cacao Production.mp4)
10. Videos not received on or before the deadline date will be considered no-shows.

Selection of ICEEA 2024 Best Paper, Best Poster and Best Presenter

1. Best Paper
   • This competition shall be open to all presenters, both for the onsite and online participants.
   • Paper presenters vying for Best Paper are required to submit the full copy of their research paper.
   • The criteria for the Best Paper are the following:

     1.	Contribution to scientific advancement	- 35%
     2.	Relevance to global/regional development	- 25%
     3.	Methodology	- 15%
     4.	Content, structure and writing	- 25%
     TOTAL		- 100%

   • A full copy of the research paper shall mean the inclusion of the following parts: Abstract, Introduction, Significance of the Study, Objectives, Methodology, Results and Discussion, Conclusion, Recommendation and References
   • The e-copy of the full paper shall be sent by email at conference.info@cbsua.edu.ph on or before September 10, 2024
   • Email submission should follow the syntax in the subject : BEST PAPER ENTRY- Surname - AREA - Title of Research (i.e. BEST PAPER ENTRY – De la Cruz- AGRICULTURE – Determinants of Profitability of Cacao Production)
   • There shall be three winners, one each from the 3 categories: Education, Environment and Agriculture.
   • The decision of the panel of evaluators shall be considered final.
   • Announcement of winners shall be done on the day of the conference.
   • Winners shall receive a cash prize of US$ 100.00 each and Certificate of Recognition.
2. Best Presenter
   • All onsite presenters are qualified to join the Best Presenter category competition.
   • The presenter shall be given a maximum of 10 minutes to discuss his/her research paper
   • The criteria for the Best Presenter are the following:

     1.	Significance of Findings	- 60%
     2.	Methodology	- 25%
     3.	Presentation	- 15%
     TOTAL		- 100%

   • There shall be three winners, one each from the 3 categories: Education, Environment and Agriculture.
   • The decision of the panel of evaluators shall be considered final.
   • Announcement of winners shall be done on the day of the conference.
   • Winners shall receive a cash prize of US$ 100.00 each and Certificate of Recognition.
3. Best Poster
   • This competition shall be open to all onsite presenters/participants.
   • The poster should be in TARPAULIN, in portrait orientation and the size is 30 inches (width) x 42 inches (length)
   • The following are the guidelines for the poster:
     • It must include the abstract title, author and coauthor names, and the institution(s) where research is underway at the top of the poster.
     • Ensure the headline is visible from a distance of 4.5 to 6 meters.
     • Use fonts no smaller than size 16.
     • Design text to be easily readable from about 2 meters away.
     • Choose text and background colors that provide strong visual contrast.
     • Limit the use of abbreviations and complex mathematical symbols.
     • Summarize your research by including elements such as: problem statement, objectives of the study, research methods, findings, key visuals, and data representations.
     • Structure your content into clear sections (e.g., Intro, Methodology, Results, Discussion, Conclusions, and Literature Cited (avoid too many citations)). Consider using numerical labels for easy navigation. Keep citations to a minimum.
     • Opt for bold, straightforward visuals. Incorporate vibrant colors to highlight important details.
     • Aim for concise content. A poster with fewer than 800 words is optimal.
     • Let impactful graphics take center stage on your poster.
   • The criteria for the Best Poster are the following:

     1.	Content	- 60%
     2.	Appearance & Clarity	- 25%
     3.	Creativity	- 15%
     TOTAL		- 100%

   • Winners shall receive a cash prize of 1st - US$100; 2nd - US$80; and 3rd - US$60.
   • Note: For more information about scientific posters kindly visit
     https://ohiostate.pressbooks.pub/scientific
     posterguide/chapter/scientific-posters/.