Recommended
Overall a solid conference with a lot to offer. The organization was smooth and check in was quick. Worth attending if you're in this space.
Past Conference
AERA Annual Meeting 2026
Attendee Recommendation
Based on 115 attendee recommendations · Includes sample data
95%
recommend
this conference
this conference
4.7 / 5
Important Dates
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Registration OpensJanuary 7, 2026
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Early Registration DeadlineFebruary 13, 2026
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ConferenceApril 8–12, 2026
About the Conference
Each year, the American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting is the world's largest gathering of education researchers and a showcase for groundbreaking, innovative studies in an array of areas.
Conference Topics
Artificial Intelligence in Education
Assessment
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education
Educational Leadership
Educational Psychology
Educational Technology
Higher Education
International Education
K-12 Education
Learning Sciences
Literacy and Reading
Mathematics Education
Science Education
Special Education
STEM Education
Teacher Education
Organized By
American Educational Research Association
Verified Organization
The American Educational Research Association (AERA), founded in 1916, is concerned with improving the educational process by encouraging scholarly inquiry related to education and evaluation and by promoting the…
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Los Angeles Convention Center
Los Angeles, United States
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Attendee Reviews
115 attendees · 95% recommend this conference
Top Choice
Everything about this event exceeded my expectations. I walked away with several new strategies to try in my own classroom.
Top Choice
I left feeling energized and full of new ideas.
Recommended
This was a worthwhile conference for anyone in the field.
Top Choice
I've already marked my calendar for next year. Speakers were engaging and took time to answer questions. This one is a must attend for me now.
Recommended
A well organized event with useful sessions. A good conference, not perfect, but still worth it.
Top Choice
I've already marked my calendar for next year. The keynotes were thought provoking and the breakout sessions gave me tools I could use right away. This one is a must attend for me now.
Top Choice
The quality of speakers and content was outstanding. I walked away with several new strategies to try in my own classroom.
Top Choice
Hands down the best event I attended this year. Can't wait for the next edition.
Recommended
Solid lineup of speakers and topics this year. A couple of sessions were packed but most had plenty of room.