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AACTE 2027

Join AACTE in Columbus, Ohio | February 26 – 28

 

Call for Proposals – Submit by August 10

This year’s theme, Empowered: The Pathway to Progress, centers on collaboration to develop solutions and ideas that create meaningful impact. AACTE welcomes proposals across nine focus areas — choose the one that best matches your proposal’s main contribution as your primary focus area, and add a secondary focus area if your work connects to another topic as well.

Before you begin, review the Submission Guidelines to make sure your proposal is eligible for review.

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Call for Reviewers – Apply by July 13

Want a firsthand look at the ideas shaping AACTE 2027? Volunteer to serve as a proposal reviewer and help bring the theme “Empowered: The Pathway to Progress” to life. Share your expertise, contribute to a strong conference program, and earn meaningful professional recognition.

Reviewer criteria:

  • Affiliation with a current AACTE member institution.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of and scholarly productivity in educator preparation.
  • Commitment to high-quality, evidence-based research.
  • Ability to evaluate 10–15 proposals within self-identified areas of expertise.
  • Availability to participate in the review process from August 17–September 11.

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Within a day’s drive or an hour’s flight for more than half of the United States, our host city offers unparalleled accessibility, vibrant culture, and the perfect setting for connection, collaboration, and inspiration at AACTE 2027.