American Educational Research Association - AERA 2027
Event Date
April 14–18, 2027
Location
Toronto, Canada
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting is the largest gathering of education researchers in the world and the flagship event of AERA, the leading international professional association dedicated to advancing educational research and its practical application. The 2027 meeting carries the presidential theme "Transcending Borders and Boundaries in Education Research: Toward a Beloved Global Community" and takes place in Toronto, Canada, April 14–18, 2027.
The program showcases ground-breaking, innovative studies across a diverse array of areas—from early childhood through higher education, and from digital learning to second language literacy. Attendees include university faculty, researchers, graduate students, administrators, education policymakers, and practitioners from the United States and around the globe. The meeting is built primarily on peer-reviewed individual papers, symposia, and sessions.
With more than 15,000 attendees each year, the Annual Meeting is where scholars encounter the ideas and data that will shape tomorrow's education practices and policies, and where they connect with leading thinkers in the field. It is worth attending for the depth of its research program, its unmatched networking opportunities, and its role as the premier forum for disseminating education research worldwide.
Show Highlights
- Presidential Program Theme: "Transcending Borders and Boundaries in Education Research: Toward a Beloved Global Community," framing the 2027 program.
- Comprehensive research program of peer-reviewed papers, symposia, and sessions spanning early childhood through higher education, digital learning, and second language literacy.
- Divisions and Special Interest Groups (SIGs) programming, offering focused sessions across the full breadth of education research subfields.
- Graduate student programming and professional development opportunities for early-career scholars.
- Major lectures and invited sessions, including named lectures and presidential sessions, with recordings often made available afterward.
- Global networking with leading scholars from the U.S. and around the world.
Attendance
According to AERA, the Annual Meeting gathers more than 15,000 attendees each year. AERA reports more than 25,000 members overall, including educators, administrators, directors, researchers, and graduate students. The audience is international, drawing scholars and practitioners from the United States and around the world.
Registration
Registration for the AERA Annual Meeting is handled through the official AERA website (aera.net). Participation in the program is by peer-reviewed submission: the Call for Paper and Session Submissions for the 2027 meeting has closed, with acceptance notifications scheduled to be sent November 6. Attendees—both members and non-members—can register to attend once registration opens; AERA members typically receive reduced registration rates, and discounted rates are available for graduate students. For current fees, pass types, and deadlines, consult the 2027 Annual Meeting pages on the AERA website.
History
AERA was founded in 1916 and is the most prominent international professional organization devoted to advancing educational research and its practical application. Over more than a century the Annual Meeting has grown into the largest global forum for education research, now drawing more than 15,000 attendees annually. Recent meetings have been hosted in major North American cities, including Los Angeles in 2026; the 2027 meeting marks a return to Toronto, Canada.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2027 AERA Annual Meeting?
The 2027 AERA Annual Meeting takes place April 14–18, 2027, in Toronto, Canada. Sessions are held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in the heart of downtown Toronto.
Who should attend the AERA Annual Meeting?
The meeting is designed for education researchers, university faculty, graduate students, administrators, policymakers, and practitioners. It draws attendees from the United States and around the world across all levels of education, from early childhood through higher education.
How do I register or present at the meeting?
Registration is handled through the official AERA website at aera.net. Presenting is by peer-reviewed submission; the Call for Submissions for 2027 has closed, with acceptance notifications scheduled to be sent November 6. AERA members and graduate students typically receive reduced registration rates.
What is the venue and how do I get there?
The meeting is held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, using both its North and South Buildings. It is connected to Union Station via an indoor tunnel and SkyWalk, and the UP Express air-rail link reaches the airport at Toronto Pearson in about 25 minutes.
Why is the AERA Annual Meeting worth attending?
It is the largest global forum for education research, drawing more than 15,000 attendees each year. The program showcases innovative, peer-reviewed studies and offers unmatched opportunities to network with leading scholars shaping education practice and policy.
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