The following conferences may be of interest to the readers of the Quarterly Review of Distance Education.
American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting, April 16-20, Chicago,IL
“The AERA Annual Meeting is the largest gathering of scholars in the field of education research. It is a showcase for ground-breaking, innovative studies in a diverse array of areas— from early education through higher education, from digital learning to second language literacy. It is where to encounter ideas and data that will shape tomorrow’s education practices and policies, and where to connect with leading thinkers from the United States and around the world.” http://www.aera.net/EventsMeetings/Annual-Meeting/tabid/10208/Default.aspx
Emerging Technologies for Online Learning International Symposium, April 22-24, Dallas, TX
“For the second straight year, the conference will be located in Dallas at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel where we will come together to share our ideas and best practices as we learn from one another. With two new program tracks; an increased emphasis on hands-on learning; the addition of Teacher Tank, a high energy “pitch-style” session for our Launch Pad startups; and our dazzling line up of speakers, you are not going to want to miss this event!” http://olc.onlinelearningconsortium.org/conference/2015/et4online/welcome
United States Distance Learning Association Annual Conference, April 26-29, St. Louis, MO
“The format of the event allows attendees to learn about relevant topics from many different points of view. The moderate size makes it possible for attendees to actively participate. This year’s conference will include not only concurrent sessions, but also poster, panel, and collaborative sessions. This conference is an opportunity to share ideas, learn about distance learning programs and products, and gain a better understanding of the field. It provides participants with a wonderful opportunity to establish new relationships and contacts with others involved in distance learning.” http://www.usdla.org/2015_USDLA_Conference_s/2013.htm
European Distance and E-Learning Network Annual Conference, June 9-12, Barcelona, Spain
“Join the EDEN Community … in the inspiring city of Barcelona to share your research, projects and practice at the 2015 EDEN Annual Conference - #EDEN15. Networking and interactivity, sharing and discussion will be core aspects of the conference experience, focusing on what you can learn from and with your peers.” http://www.eden-online.org/eden-events/upcoming-conference.html
EdMedia: World Conference on Educational Media and Technology, June 22-25, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
“This annual conference serves as a multidisciplinary forum for the discussion and exchange of information on the research, development, and applications on all topics related to multimedia, hypermedia and telecommunications/ distance education.” http://aace.org/conf/edmedia/
ISTE, June 28-July 1, Philadelphia, PA
“Big things happen at the ISTE Conference & Expo. Groundbreaking ideas are shared, new learning technologies are unveiled and seeds are planted that will impact education for years to come. Take your place among the trailblazers who are revolutionizing learning at ISTE 2015.” https://www.isteconference.org/2015/
Online Learning Consortium Blended Learning Conference and Workshop, July 7-8, Denver, CO
“As always, our 2-day conference program includes a variety of featured sessions, interactive workshops, information sessions, vendor showcases, and discovery sessions organized around four conference tracks: Teaching & Learning Effectiveness; Faculty Development & Student Support; Blended Models & Design, and Institutional Leadership & Strategy. For participants interested in new and emerging educational technologies, we are pleased to include the ever-popular Technology Test Kitchen in this year’s conference program. Finally, we will wrap up the conference with a set of ‘deep dive’ sessions—informal discussion sessions organized around specific blended teaching and learning topics and facilitated by experts in those areas.” http://olc.onlinelearningconsortium.org/conference/2015/blended/welcome
Conference on Distance Teaching & Learning, August 11-13, Madison, WI
“The Annual Conference on Distance Teaching & Learning is recognized internationally for its quality, integrity, and longevity. As the premier conference in distance education, it has welcomed thousands of speakers and distance education professionals to share ideas, resources, research, and best practices in its 30 years.” http://www.uwex.edu/disted/conference/overview.cfm
Online Learning Consortium International Conference, October 1416, Lake Buena Vista, FL
“Online learning is one of the most talked about and fastest growing sectors in higher education and corporate training today. The annual Online Learning Consortium International Conference is the premier global gathering covering this field.” http://olc.onlinelearningconsortium.org/conference/2015/ALN/welcome
AECT International Convention, November 3-7, Indianapolis, INL
This year’s convention theme is Accelerate Learning: Racing into the Future. Given developments in research, technology, and society, professional practice in the various disciplines that comprise the AECT community continue to change and evolve. To meet the challenges posed by ongoing changes, we need serious and sustained efforts to (a) actively incorporate findings from multiple disciplines; (b) involve key stakeholders at multiple levels to transform education and training; (c) integrate technologies seamlessly into learning, instruction, and performance; (d) dynamically interweave research, practice, and theory development; and (e) demonstrate what works when and why with regard to improving learning, instruction, and performance. http://www.aect.org/Events/Indianapolis/reasons.asp?clientid=
