Credentials and education
Keynote
A keynote is the main address at a conference or meeting, meant to set the theme and the issues of main interest for the audience.
Merriam-Webster defines a keynote address as an address designed to present the issues of primary interest to an assembly and often to arouse unity and enthusiasm.
At a dental conference, the keynote often opens the meeting or a main session. Its job is to set the theme, not to teach a full technical course. Planners usually pick a dental speaker whose topic fits the whole audience, not one narrow group.
Credit rules for a keynote vary by meeting. Planners should confirm any continuing education credit with the approving body before they publish the program.