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ProPEL 2025 Call for Submissions: Unit Proposals for Professional Practice Courses
What is ProPEL?
The Professional Practice Education Library (ProPEL) is an expanding collection of online video resources dedicated to professional practice in architecture. Developed through a partnership between the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) and the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), ProPEL offers a flexible digital platform designed for both faculty and students. Instructors can choose and incorporate lessons that align with their curriculum, enhancing the classroom experience.
The goal of ProPEL is to expand teaching resources to help better prepare students for the evolving demands of professional practice.
Free access to ProPEL is a benefit of membership in the ACSA. ProPEL videos are available to stream through the website and may be integrated into learning management systems. Selected content may also be adapted for online Continuing Education courses through NCARB, available free to active NCARB Certificate Holders.
Please direct any questions to ACSA Managing Editor, Julia McKenzie, jmckenzie@acsa-arch.org.
The Call
ProPEL is pleased to announce an open call for proposals for a series of video lessons in a range of units. Each unit should consist of four to six lessons, with each lesson running approximately 6 to 12 minutes in length. All units feature an introduction that includes the presenter’s headshot, bio, and learning objectives for the unit.
We are seeking submissions for the following topics:
- Ethical Public Obligation
- Leadership and Collaboration
- Environmental Stewardship
- Creating a Healthy Community in Workplace Culture
Submitted proposals will be reviewed by ACSA/NCARB staff and the ProPEL Editorial Board.
To submit please fill out the ProPEL Unit Proposal google form. Proposals are due Monday, September 22nd.
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Funding
Accepted units will be published on the ProPEL website. ACSA and NCARB will provide funds in the form of honoraria to support development of the videos. ACSA and NCARB will also provide the services of a production team. This includes an instructional designer, graphic designer, and managing editor to support the development of each unit. The total amount of the funding, typically up to $5,000 per unit, will vary based on the proposal. All video instructors will be required to sign an agreement authorizing the use of the videos and all other content and graphics by ACSA and NCARB.
Up to $5,000
Per unit
ProPEL is a resource provided through the partnership between the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture and the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards.
