The CAIR 2014 Conference has a theme of "The IR Toolbox: Research Methods in Action". It is intended to expand your knowledge of research methods, with tracks for qualitative, quantitative, and quasi-experimental design. There will also be an "Other IR Skills" track for those who would like to share other important skills, such as presentation, writing, chart design, assessment techniques, and managing an IR shop.
The conference will be held on November 19-21 at the Omni San Diego Hotel & Resorts, Located in the heart of the historic Gaslamp Quarter across from the convention center.