Confreferneric

Confreferneric is a term that has emerged in recent years, primarily within online discourse and academic circles, to describe a specific type of virtual gathering. It is a portmanteau derived from "conference" and "referential," suggesting a meeting that is characterized by its reliance on and discussion of existing sources, data, or established frameworks. Unlike a traditional conference that might focus on presenting new, unpublished research, a conferreferneric event typically centers on analyzing, interpreting, and debating pre-existing materials.

The nature of a conferreferneric can vary widely. It might involve a group of scholars dissecting a seminal text, a team of analysts examining historical data to identify patterns, or a community of practitioners discussing best practices based on documented case studies. The emphasis is on critical engagement with what is already known or established, rather than the introduction of novel concepts. This approach can be valuable for deepening understanding, fostering consensus, or identifying gaps in current knowledge through collective interpretation.

Confrefernerics can be held in person or, more commonly, online through video conferencing platforms. The format often includes presentations of selected materials, followed by facilitated discussions, Q&A sessions, and collaborative annotation or analysis activities. The goal is to leverage the collective intelligence of participants to gain new insights from familiar or foundational information. The term is still relatively new and its precise definition may evolve as its usage becomes more widespread.