{"site":"https://conferences.techinteach.com","contact":"afzal@techinteach.com","count":73,"updatedAt":"2026-09-06T10:50:11.714Z","conferences":[{"id":1,"name":"ISTE Live","slug":"iste-live","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/iste-live","organizer":"International Society for Technology in Education","category":"EdTech & Innovation","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"The flagship edtech event for educators worldwide, featuring hands-on workshops, an enormous expo of classroom technology, and keynotes from leading thinkers in digital learning. ISTE Live is the premier gathering for educators passionate about transforming teaching with technology.","established":1979,"nextEvent":{"dates":"June 28 – July 1, 2026","start":"2026-06-28","end":"2026-07-01"},"venue":"Orange County Convention Center","city":"Orlando","country":"United States","website":"https://iste-ascd.org","registrationUrl":"https://iste-ascd.org","attendance":{"average":17500,"lastYear":17200,"yearBefore":16800},"exhibitors":{"count":500,"types":["EdTech vendors","LMS providers","Hardware manufacturers","Robotics kits","Publishers","EdFinance"]},"registrationFee":"From $445 (early bird member) to $1,069 (non-member on-site)","entryProcedure":"Register online through the ISTE website; early-bird rates open in late autumn and full registration closes on-site. A printed or digital badge is required for entry to sessions and the expo hall. Group discounts available for school districts.","highlights":["1,000+ sessions and workshops","500+ company expo hall","Mainstage keynotes from global thought leaders","Hands-on playgrounds and creation labs"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Book accommodation early — downtown hotels sell out 6+ months ahead","Download the official ISTE app to build your schedule and navigate the venue","Wear comfortable shoes; the convention center is vast","Bring a charged device for hands-on playground sessions","Badge pickup opens the day before — avoid Monday-morning queues"],"featured":true},{"id":2,"name":"EDUCAUSE Annual Conference","slug":"educause-annual-conference","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/educause-annual-conference","organizer":"EDUCAUSE","category":"Higher Education","region":"North America","format":"Hybrid","description":"The premier gathering for higher education IT leaders, CIOs, and edtech professionals focused on the strategic use of technology, data, and digital transformation across colleges and universities. Sessions cover cybersecurity, analytics, cloud, and the future of teaching and learning.","established":1964,"nextEvent":{"dates":"October 13–16, 2026","start":"2026-10-13","end":"2026-10-16"},"venue":"McCormick Place West","city":"Chicago","country":"United States","website":"https://events.educause.edu/annualconference","registrationUrl":"https://events.educause.edu/annualconference/registration","attendance":{"average":8400,"lastYear":8200,"yearBefore":7900},"exhibitors":{"count":270,"types":["Higher-Ed SaaS","Cloud providers","Cybersecurity firms","LMS vendors","Analytics platforms","Network infrastructure"]},"registrationFee":"From $795 (member early bird) to $1,445 (non-member on-site); virtual pass $445","entryProcedure":"Online registration via the EDUCAUSE events portal; member and non-member tiers with virtual-only passes available. Badges scanned for entry to the exhibit hall and most sessions. Pre-conference seminars require separate enrollment.","highlights":["Strategic CIO and leadership track","Innovation showcase and startup alley","Pre-conference seminars and deep-dives","Hybrid streaming for remote attendees"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Sessions fill fast — reserve seats via the app once registered","Business attire is common in leadership track sessions","Chicago weather in October is unpredictable — pack layers","Pre-conference seminars require separate registration and fee","Expo hall has dedicated networking receptions — bring business cards"],"featured":true},{"id":3,"name":"SXSW EDU","slug":"sxsw-edu","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/sxsw-edu","organizer":"SXSW LLC","category":"EdTech & Innovation","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"A four-day festival celebrating innovations in learning, blending education, technology, film, and culture. SXSW EDU features compelling keynotes, film screenings, competitions, and a startup pitch event for the next wave of edtech.","established":2011,"nextEvent":{"dates":"March 13–16, 2027","start":"2027-03-13","end":"2027-03-16"},"venue":"Austin Convention Center","city":"Austin","country":"United States","website":"https://sxswedu.com","registrationUrl":"https://www.sxswedu.com/attend","attendance":{"average":10000,"lastYear":9800,"yearBefore":9400},"exhibitors":{"count":160,"types":["EdTech startups","Investors & VCs","Publishers","Nonprofits","Higher-Ed programs","Policy orgs"]},"registrationFee":"From $445 (early bird) to $1,295 (walk-up)","entryProcedure":"Register online via the SXSW EDU attend page; badge tiers include Walkup, Interactive, and Platinum with varying access. Badges are required and scanned at every session. Housing is allocated through SXSW's official portal.","highlights":["Launch Teacher of the Year & student startup competitions","Film screenings and keynote talks","Mentor sessions and networking meet-ups","Expo and startup village"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Book hotel through SXSW's housing portal — downtown fills fast and prices spike","Sessions are first-come, first-served; arrive 15 minutes early to popular talks","Austin in March is pleasant but rain is possible","The festival overlaps with the main SXSW — Platinum badge gives cross-access","Many off-site events and parties happen around the city"],"featured":true},{"id":4,"name":"Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC)","slug":"future-of-education-technology-conference-fetc","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/future-of-education-technology-conference-fetc","organizer":"Future plc","category":"EdTech & Innovation","region":"North America","format":"Hybrid","description":"One of the largest independent edtech conferences in the US, FETC brings together PreK–12 educators, administrators, and IT leaders to explore the latest in classroom technology, STEM, and digital leadership.","established":1981,"nextEvent":{"dates":"January 26–29, 2027","start":"2027-01-26","end":"2027-01-29"},"venue":"Orange County Convention Center","city":"Orlando","country":"United States","website":"https://www.fetc.org","registrationUrl":"https://www.fetc.org/register","attendance":{"average":9000,"lastYear":8900,"yearBefore":8600},"exhibitors":{"count":350,"types":["Classroom tech vendors","STEM/robotics","Interactive displays","LMS providers","Network & cybersecurity","Accessibility tools"]},"registrationFee":"From $340 (basic early bird) to $1,090 (premium on-site)","entryProcedure":"Online registration with tiered passes (Basic, Premium, Administrator) and a virtual option. Badges required for entry. Early-bird pricing closes in autumn; district team discounts available.","highlights":["Six specialized tracks including IT and special education","350+ vendor expo with hands-on demos","STEM and maker education playground","District leadership roundtables"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Premium pass unlocks workshops — basic pass is expo + select sessions only","Orlando in January is mild but pack a layer for air-conditioned halls","On-site badge pickup lines are longest Monday morning","Many districts send teams — coordinate tracks to cover more ground","Free shuttle buses run between official hotels and the convention center"],"featured":true},{"id":5,"name":"ASCD Annual Conference","slug":"ascd-annual-conference","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/ascd-annual-conference","organizer":"ASCD (Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development)","category":"Leadership & Policy","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"A leading professional learning event for educators and school leaders, focused on curriculum, instruction, leadership, and whole-child education. ASCD brings together practitioners and policymakers to shape the future of teaching.","established":1943,"nextEvent":{"dates":"March 21–23, 2026","start":"2026-03-21","end":"2026-03-23"},"venue":"Moscone Center","city":"San Francisco","country":"United States","website":"https://www.ascd.org/conferences","registrationUrl":"https://www.ascd.org/conferences/annual-conference","attendance":{"average":6000,"lastYear":5900,"yearBefore":5700},"exhibitors":{"count":180,"types":["Curriculum publishers","PD providers","Assessment platforms","EdTech tools","Leadership coaching","Classroom supplies"]},"registrationFee":"From $499 (member early bird) to $899 (non-member on-site)","entryProcedure":"Register online via the ASCD website with member and non-member rates. Badges scanned at sessions. Pre-conference institutes require separate registration and fee.","highlights":["Whole-child and equity-focused programming","Pre-conference leadership institutes","Author meet-and-greets and book signings","Expo of curriculum and PD solutions"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Pre-conference institutes are half-day deep-dives — register separately","San Francisco hotels are pricey — book through ASCD's block early","Sessions emphasize pedagogy over product demos","Bring a notebook — sessions are content-rich, not hands-on tech","Networking dinners are organized by interest area via the app"],"featured":false},{"id":6,"name":"TCEA Convention & Exposition","slug":"tcea-convention-and-exposition","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/tcea-convention-and-exposition","organizer":"Texas Computer Education Association","category":"K-12 Education","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"A major edtech convention for PreK–12 educators with hundreds of sessions on classroom technology integration, robotics, coding, and digital leadership. TCEA is known for its hands-on, practitioner-led workshops.","established":1980,"nextEvent":{"dates":"January 31 – February 3, 2027","start":"2027-01-31","end":"2027-02-03"},"venue":"Henry B. González Convention Center","city":"San Antonio","country":"United States","website":"https://tcea.org/convention","registrationUrl":"https://tcea.org/convention/registration","attendance":{"average":8500,"lastYear":8400,"yearBefore":8200},"exhibitors":{"count":400,"types":["EdTech vendors","Robotics & STEM kits","Interactive displays","Furniture & makerspace","LMS platforms","Network solutions"]},"registrationFee":"From $295 (member early bird) to $499 (non-member on-site)","entryProcedure":"Online registration with full convention, exhibit-only, and one-day passes. Badges required. Members receive discounted rates; group pricing available for districts.","highlights":["1,000+ sessions across 12 strands","Robotics competitions and esports arena","Hands-on playgrounds and academies","Exhibit hall with 400+ vendors"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Bring a USB or cloud storage — many sessions share resources","Academies are full-day, pre-registration required","Exhibit-only passes are very affordable if your focus is vendors","San Antonio River Walk restaurants get busy — reserve ahead","The app is essential for navigating 1,000+ sessions"],"featured":false},{"id":7,"name":"NAFSA Annual Conference & Expo","slug":"nafsa-annual-conference-and-expo","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/nafsa-annual-conference-and-expo","organizer":"NAFSA: Association of International Educators","category":"Higher Education","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"The world's largest gathering of professionals in international education, covering study abroad, student mobility, intercultural exchange, and international student services. NAFSA attracts educators from over 100 countries.","established":1948,"nextEvent":{"dates":"May 24–29, 2026","start":"2026-05-24","end":"2026-05-29"},"venue":"Metro Toronto Convention Centre","city":"Toronto","country":"Canada","website":"https://www.nafsa.org/annual-conference","registrationUrl":"https://www.nafsa.org/annual-conference/registration","attendance":{"average":10000,"lastYear":9800,"yearBefore":9500},"exhibitors":{"count":400,"types":["Universities & colleges","Recruitment agencies","ESL programs","Study abroad providers","Visa & insurance services","EdTech for mobility"]},"registrationFee":"From $645 (member early bird) to $1,495 (non-member on-site)","entryProcedure":"Register online via NAFSA's portal with member, non-member, and student rates. Pre-conference workshops require separate registration. Badges required for all sessions and the expo.","highlights":["500+ sessions on international education","400+ institution and vendor expo","Pre-conference professional development workshops","Networking receptions by region and interest"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Cross-border travel — ensure your passport and eTA/visa are valid for Canada","Pre-conference workshops offer NAFSA Certificate credentials","Bring business cards — this is a heavily networking-driven event","Book accommodation through NAFSA's block for shuttle access","International delegate orientation is highly recommended for first-timers"],"featured":true},{"id":9,"name":"ASU+GSV Summit","slug":"asu-gsv-summit","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/asu-gsv-summit","organizer":"Arizona State University & Global Silicon Valley","category":"EdTech & Innovation","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"The leading investor and innovation summit in education, where edtech founders, investors, educators, and policymakers convene on the future of learning and the digital learning economy. Known for high-energy keynotes and deal-making.","established":2010,"nextEvent":{"dates":"April 4–7, 2027","start":"2027-04-04","end":"2027-04-07"},"venue":"Venue to be announced","city":"San Diego","country":"United States","website":"https://www.asugsvsummit.com","registrationUrl":"https://www.asugsvsummit.com/registration","attendance":{"average":7200,"lastYear":7000,"yearBefore":6500},"exhibitors":{"count":220,"types":["EdTech startups","Venture capital","Publishers","Higher-Ed partners","Workforce platforms","AI/ML vendors"]},"registrationFee":"From $2,495 (early bird) to $3,495 (on-site)","entryProcedure":"Online registration via the Summit website; passes are limited and often sell out. Application-based access for startups via the GSV Cup. Badges required and scanned at all sessions.","highlights":["AIR (Asu+Gsv Innovator) startup showcase","Investor and founder matchmaking","Mainstage talks from global CEOs","Workforce and AI in education tracks"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Passes sell out — register months ahead","It's a deal-making conference — bring your pitch and business cards","Dress is business casual but investor meetings trend smarter","San Diego hotels near the venue sell out fast","Side events and dinners are where real networking happens"],"featured":true},{"id":10,"name":"CoSN Annual Conference","slug":"cosn-annual-conference","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/cosn-annual-conference","organizer":"Consortium for School Networking","category":"Leadership & Policy","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"The premier conference for K-12 edtech leaders and school district CTOs, focused on technology leadership, cybersecurity, privacy, and digital transformation in schools. CoSN is known for its peer-driven, leadership-focused programming.","established":1993,"nextEvent":{"dates":"March 16–18, 2026","start":"2026-03-16","end":"2026-03-18"},"venue":"Hyatt Regency Seattle","city":"Seattle","country":"United States","website":"https://www.cosn.org/conference","registrationUrl":"https://www.cosn.org/conference/registration","attendance":{"average":1200,"lastYear":1150,"yearBefore":1100},"exhibitors":{"count":80,"types":["Network infrastructure","Cybersecurity firms","Student data privacy","Cloud providers","EdTech platforms","Consultancies"]},"registrationFee":"From $895 (member early bird) to $1,395 (non-member on-site)","entryProcedure":"Online registration via CoSN; member and team discounts. Limited exhibit passes available. Badges required for all sessions.","highlights":["CTO clinics and leadership roundtables","Cybersecurity and privacy deep-dives","District team planning sessions","Vendor solutions showcase"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Bring your district's tech plan — sessions are strategic and peer-driven","Audience is senior leaders; networking is the main draw","Seattle in March is rainy — pack accordingly","Team registration unlocks district planning workshops","Limited vendor floor — this is a leadership conference"],"featured":false},{"id":11,"name":"Aurora Institute Symposium","slug":"aurora-institute-symposium","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/aurora-institute-symposium","organizer":"Aurora Institute (formerly iNACOL)","category":"EdTech & Innovation","region":"North America","format":"Hybrid","description":"A symposium for K-12 educators and leaders advancing competency-based, personalized, and blended learning. The Aurora Symposium focuses on transforming education systems toward student-centered models.","established":2004,"nextEvent":{"dates":"November 8–10, 2026","start":"2026-11-08","end":"2026-11-10"},"venue":"Hilton New Orleans Riverside","city":"New Orleans","country":"United States","website":"https://aurora-institute.org/symposium","registrationUrl":"https://aurora-institute.org/symposium/register","attendance":{"average":1100,"lastYear":1050,"yearBefore":1000},"exhibitors":{"count":40,"types":["Competency platforms","PD providers","Assessment tools","Research orgs","Policy groups","EdTech vendors"]},"registrationFee":"From $695 (member early bird) to $1,095 (non-member on-site); virtual $295","entryProcedure":"Online registration via the Aurora Institute website; member rates and hybrid virtual passes available. Badges required for in-person sessions.","highlights":["Competency-based education design sessions","Site visits to innovative local schools","Policy and advocacy workshops","Virtual streaming of keynotes"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Audience is reform-minded leaders — come ready to discuss systems change","Site visits require separate sign-up and fill fast","New Orleans offers great off-site networking","Smaller event — high-quality peer conversation","Sessions are interactive, not lecture-heavy"],"featured":false},{"id":14,"name":"DevLearn","slug":"devlearn","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/devlearn","organizer":"The Learning Guild","category":"Corporate & Workplace Learning","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"North America's leading event focused on learning technologies, DevLearn explores the cutting edge of e-learning development, emerging tech like AR/VR and AI, and performance support. It's a hands-on conference for learning technologists.","established":2006,"nextEvent":{"dates":"November 4–6, 2026","start":"2026-11-04","end":"2026-11-06"},"venue":"MGM Grand","city":"Las Vegas","country":"United States","website":"https://devlearn.com","registrationUrl":"https://devlearn.com/registration","attendance":{"average":3200,"lastYear":3100,"yearBefore":3000},"exhibitors":{"count":110,"types":["Authoring tools","LMS/LXP vendors","VR/AR platforms","AI learning tools","Analytics","Content libraries"]},"registrationFee":"From $1,495 (early bird) to $1,995 (on-site)","entryProcedure":"Online registration via the Learning Guild; member discounts. Pre-conference certificate programs available. Badges required for expo and sessions.","highlights":["Learning Tech Xpo with hands-on demos","AR/VR and AI in learning showcases","DemoFest e-learning competition","Pre-conference certificate programs"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Tech-forward crowd — come ready to discuss tools and code","Bring a laptop for hands-on sessions","Las Vegas venue is off-strip — quieter but plan transport","Certificate programs fill fast","DemoFest voting is attendee-driven and fun"],"featured":false},{"id":15,"name":"TechLearn Conference","slug":"techlearn-conference","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/techlearn-conference","organizer":"Learning News","category":"Corporate & Workplace Learning","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"A conference exploring learning technologies for the workplace, TechLearn brings L&D professionals together to evaluate tools, strategies, and the role of AI and immersive tech in corporate training.","established":2019,"nextEvent":{"dates":"September 28–30, 2026","start":"2026-09-28","end":"2026-09-30"},"venue":"AT&T Hotel and Conference Center","city":"Austin","country":"United States","website":"https://www.techlearnconference.com","registrationUrl":"https://www.techlearnconference.com/register","attendance":{"average":1200,"lastYear":1150,"yearBefore":1100},"exhibitors":{"count":50,"types":["LMS/LXP vendors","AI training tools","Authoring tools","VR/AR platforms","Content providers","Analytics"]},"registrationFee":"From $1,295 (early bird) to $1,795 (on-site)","entryProcedure":"Online registration via the conference website; group discounts available. Badges required. Some workshops require separate registration.","highlights":["AI in learning deep-dives","Vendor shootout sessions","Hands-on tool evaluations","Networking with L&D leaders"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Sessions are vendor-aware — good for buyers evaluating tools","Austin downtown is lively — book hotels early","Smaller crowd enables real conversations with vendors","Bring your L&D challenges for the clinic sessions","Business casual dress code"],"featured":false},{"id":16,"name":"Learning Forward Annual Conference","slug":"learning-forward-annual-conference","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/learning-forward-annual-conference","organizer":"Learning Forward","category":"Leadership & Policy","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"The leading conference for professional learning and educator development, focused on effective PD, coaching, and system-level improvement. Learning Forward targets district leaders, instructional coaches, and PD designers.","established":1969,"nextEvent":{"dates":"December 6–10, 2026","start":"2026-12-06","end":"2026-12-10"},"venue":"Gaylord Rockies Resort","city":"Denver","country":"United States","website":"https://learningforward.org/conference","registrationUrl":"https://learningforward.org/conference/registration","attendance":{"average":2500,"lastYear":2400,"yearBefore":2300},"exhibitors":{"count":90,"types":["PD providers","Coaching platforms","Curriculum publishers","EdTech tools","Research orgs","Leadership consultancies"]},"registrationFee":"From $695 (member early bird) to $1,095 (non-member on-site)","entryProcedure":"Online registration via Learning Forward; member and team rates. Pre-conference sessions require separate registration. Badges required.","highlights":["Pre-conference institutes on coaching and PD design","Evidence-based professional learning sessions","District team planning workshops","Expo of PD solutions"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Come with your team — many sessions are designed for team planning","Pre-conference institutes are the highest-value sessions","Resort venue books up — register for lodging early","Sessions focus on systems and practice, not tools","Bring artifacts of your current PD strategy for feedback"],"featured":false},{"id":17,"name":"NCTM Annual Meeting & Exposition","slug":"nctm-annual-meeting-and-exposition","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/nctm-annual-meeting-and-exposition","organizer":"National Council of Teachers of Mathematics","category":"STEM & STEAM","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"The premier professional learning event for mathematics educators, NCTM features sessions on math pedagogy, curriculum, equity, and the latest research in math teaching across PreK–12.","established":1920,"nextEvent":{"dates":"October 28–31, 2026","start":"2026-10-28","end":"2026-10-31"},"venue":"Colorado Convention Center","city":"Denver","country":"United States","website":"https://www.nctm.org/annual","registrationUrl":"https://www.nctm.org/annual/registration","attendance":{"average":9000,"lastYear":8800,"yearBefore":8500},"exhibitors":{"count":130,"types":["Math publishers","Manipulatives & tools","EdTech platforms","Assessment providers","Tutoring services","PD providers"]},"registrationFee":"From $375 (member early bird) to $625 (non-member on-site)","entryProcedure":"Online registration via NCTM; member and student discounts. Badges required. Pre-conference workshops require separate registration.","highlights":["600+ math teaching sessions","Expo of math publishers and tools","Research and practitioner collaboration","Equity in math education tracks"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Sessions fill — arrive early to popular talks","Bring a notebook; content is pedagogically dense","Expo floor has free manipulatives and samples","San Francisco hotels are expensive — book early","Student and new-teacher rates are generous"],"featured":false},{"id":18,"name":"NSTA National Conference on Science Education","slug":"nsta-national-conference-on-science-education","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/nsta-national-conference-on-science-education","organizer":"National Science Teaching Association","category":"STEM & STEAM","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"The largest gathering of science educators in the US, NSTA National covers science teaching across all grade levels, STEM integration, and the Next Generation Science Standards. Sessions include hands-on labs and field trips.","established":1944,"nextEvent":{"dates":"March 26–29, 2026","start":"2026-03-26","end":"2026-03-29"},"venue":"Philadelphia Convention Center","city":"Philadelphia","country":"United States","website":"https://www.nsta.org/conferences","registrationUrl":"https://www.nsta.org/conferences/registration","attendance":{"average":10000,"lastYear":9800,"yearBefore":9500},"exhibitors":{"count":250,"types":["Science suppliers","Lab equipment","STEM kits","Publishers","EdTech platforms","Informal science orgs"]},"registrationFee":"From $295 (member early bird) to $499 (non-member on-site)","entryProcedure":"Online registration via NSTA; member and retired rates. Badges required. Short courses and field trips require separate registration and fees.","highlights":["Hands-on science workshops and labs","Field trips to museums and research sites","NGSS-aligned sessions","Expo of science suppliers and STEM kits"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Short courses and field trips sell out — book early","Wear clothes you don't mind getting messy for hands-on labs","Bring a tote for free samples from the expo","Sessions are practitioner-led and classroom-focused","NSTA offers a first-timer orientation"],"featured":false},{"id":19,"name":"NSTA STEM Forum & Expo","slug":"nsta-stem-forum-and-expo","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/nsta-stem-forum-and-expo","organizer":"National Science Teaching Association","category":"STEM & STEAM","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"A focused forum on integrated STEM education, the NSTA STEM Forum brings together educators, administrators, and STEM industry partners to share best practices in cross-disciplinary STEM teaching.","established":2012,"nextEvent":{"dates":"July 13–15, 2026","start":"2026-07-13","end":"2026-07-15"},"venue":"Gaylord Palms Resort","city":"Orlando","country":"United States","website":"https://www.nsta.org/conferences/stem-forum","registrationUrl":"https://www.nsta.org/conferences/stem-forum/registration","attendance":{"average":1500,"lastYear":1450,"yearBefore":1400},"exhibitors":{"count":80,"types":["STEM kits","Robotics","Makerspace tools","Industry partners","Publishers","Outreach programs"]},"registrationFee":"From $295 (member early bird) to $449 (non-member on-site)","entryProcedure":"Online registration via NSTA; member discounts. Badges required. Some workshops require separate sign-up.","highlights":["Integrated STEM teaching strategies","Industry-education partnerships showcase","Hands-on maker sessions","Affordable, focused single-track event"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Smaller than the national conference — more intimate networking","Orlando in July is hot and humid — plan indoor activities","Bring a device for hands-on maker sessions","Great for administrators building STEM programs","Expo is smaller but vendor conversations are deeper"],"featured":false},{"id":20,"name":"USA Science & Engineering Festival","slug":"usa-science-and-engineering-festival","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/usa-science-and-engineering-festival","organizer":"Science Spark","category":"STEM & STEAM","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"The nation's largest STEM festival, featuring hundreds of hands-on exhibits, stage shows, and celebrity scientists. The festival is a free public celebration of science aimed at inspiring the next generation of innovators.","established":2010,"nextEvent":{"dates":"April 24–26, 2026","start":"2026-04-24","end":"2026-04-26"},"venue":"Walter E. Washington Convention Center","city":"Washington","country":"United States","website":"https://usasciencefestival.org","registrationUrl":"https://usasciencefestival.org/attend","attendance":{"average":350000,"lastYear":345000,"yearBefore":340000},"exhibitors":{"count":1000,"types":["Government agencies","Tech companies","Universities","Science museums","Robotics clubs","Publishers"]},"registrationFee":"Free general admission; some special events ticketed","entryProcedure":"Free public admission; advance online registration recommended to skip lines. School groups must pre-register. Some VIP and sponsor events require tickets.","highlights":["1,000+ hands-on STEM exhibits","Stage shows with celebrity scientists","Career pavilion for students","Robotics and maker zones"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["It's free but HUGE — expect crowds, especially Saturday","Pre-register online to skip entry lines","Bring a backpack for free giveaways","School field trips dominate Friday — quieter for adults on Sunday","Metro is the best way to reach the venue"],"featured":true},{"id":21,"name":"NCTE Annual Convention","slug":"ncte-annual-convention","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/ncte-annual-convention","organizer":"National Council of Teachers of English","category":"Language & Literacy","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"The flagship gathering for English and language arts educators, NCTE features sessions on literacy, literature, writing, and equity in English teaching, plus meetings with acclaimed authors.","established":1911,"nextEvent":{"dates":"November 19–22, 2026","start":"2026-11-19","end":"2026-11-22"},"venue":"Georgia World Congress Center","city":"Atlanta","country":"United States","website":"https://ncte.org/convention","registrationUrl":"https://ncte.org/convention/registration","attendance":{"average":7000,"lastYear":6900,"yearBefore":6700},"exhibitors":{"count":150,"types":["Book publishers","Literacy platforms","Writing tools","PD providers","Library suppliers","Assessment"]},"registrationFee":"From $295 (member early bird) to $525 (non-member on-site)","entryProcedure":"Online registration via NCTE; member and student rates. Badges required. Author signings and workshops may require tickets.","highlights":["Author meet-and-greets and signings","Sessions on diverse literature and equity","Workshops on writing instruction","Expo of publishers and literacy tools"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Author signings have limited tickets — book early","Bring a tote for books and ARCs from the expo","Sessions emphasize literature and pedagogy","Atlanta downtown is walkable from the venue","Student registration is very affordable"],"featured":false},{"id":22,"name":"ILA Conference","slug":"ila-conference","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/ila-conference","organizer":"International Literacy Association","category":"Language & Literacy","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"A professional learning event for literacy educators focused on reading instruction, early literacy, and evidence-based approaches to teaching reading and writing across grade levels.","established":1956,"nextEvent":{"dates":"October 8–10, 2026","start":"2026-10-08","end":"2026-10-10"},"venue":"Hilton Anatole","city":"Dallas","country":"United States","website":"https://www.literacyworldwide.org/conferences","registrationUrl":"https://www.literacyworldwide.org/conferences/ila-conference","attendance":{"average":3000,"lastYear":2900,"yearBefore":2800},"exhibitors":{"count":80,"types":["Literacy publishers","Reading platforms","Phonics programs","Assessment tools","PD providers","Library suppliers"]},"registrationFee":"From $399 (member early bird) to $699 (non-member on-site)","entryProcedure":"Online registration via ILA; member and student rates. Badges required. 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Badges required. Paper presenters must register by the deadline or are dropped from the program.","highlights":["Teacher education technology sessions","International research papers","Keynotes on the future of teacher prep","Collaborative symposia"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Presenters must register early or are removed from the program","International audience — great for cross-border collaboration","Sessions are research and practice presentations","New Orleans offers excellent off-site networking","Smaller, collegial event"],"featured":false},{"id":32,"name":"NSBA Annual Conference & Exposition","slug":"nsba-annual-conference-and-exposition","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/nsba-annual-conference-and-exposition","organizer":"National School Boards Association","category":"Leadership & Policy","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"The national conference for school board members and district leaders, NSBA focuses on governance, policy, equity, and the strategic leadership of public school districts.","established":1940,"nextEvent":{"dates":"April 3–6, 2026","start":"2026-04-03","end":"2026-04-06"},"venue":"Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center","city":"Dallas","country":"United States","website":"https://www.nsba.org/Events","registrationUrl":"https://www.nsba.org/Events/Annual-Conference","attendance":{"average":5000,"lastYear":4900,"yearBefore":4800},"exhibitors":{"count":200,"types":["EdTech vendors","School services","Construction & facilities","Transportation","Insurance & finance","Curriculum publishers"]},"registrationFee":"From $650 (member early bird) to $1,150 (non-member on-site)","entryProcedure":"Online registration via NSBA; member district rates. Badges required. Pre-conference workshops require separate registration.","highlights":["School governance and policy sessions","Expo of district services and vendors","Equity and advocacy programming","Board development workshops"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Audience is board members and superintendents — strategic focus","Expo covers all district operations, not just edtech","Bring your district's strategic plan for context","Sessions emphasize governance and policy","Networking with peer districts is a key value"],"featured":false},{"id":33,"name":"AASA National Conference on Education","slug":"aasa-national-conference-on-education","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/aasa-national-conference-on-education","organizer":"AASA, The School Superintendents Association","category":"Leadership & Policy","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"The national conference for school superintendents and district cabinet leaders, AASA NCE focuses on district leadership, equity, innovation, and the strategic challenges facing public education.","established":1865,"nextEvent":{"dates":"February 12–14, 2026","start":"2026-02-12","end":"2026-02-14"},"venue":"Moscow Convention Center","city":"Las Vegas","country":"United States","website":"https://www.aasa.org/conference","registrationUrl":"https://www.aasa.org/conference/registration","attendance":{"average":3000,"lastYear":2900,"yearBefore":2800},"exhibitors":{"count":150,"types":["EdTech vendors","School services","Architecture & facilities","Insurance","PD providers","Consultancies"]},"registrationFee":"From $595 (member early bird) to $895 (non-member on-site)","entryProcedure":"Online registration via AASA; member rates. Badges required. Pre-conference sessions require separate registration.","highlights":["Superintendent leadership sessions","District innovation showcases","Expo of district solutions","Peer networking for cabinet leaders"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Audience is senior district leaders — strategic focus","Sessions emphasize leadership and systems change","Bring your district's challenges for peer discussion","Las Vegas venue — book lodging in the conference block","Networking with fellow superintendents is the main draw"],"featured":false},{"id":34,"name":"NAESP Annual Conference","slug":"naesp-annual-conference","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/naesp-annual-conference","organizer":"National Association of Elementary School Principals","category":"K-12 Education","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"The national conference for elementary and middle school principals, NAESP focuses on school leadership, instructional improvement, and the wellbeing of students and staff in PreK–8 schools.","established":1921,"nextEvent":{"dates":"July 9–11, 2026","start":"2026-07-09","end":"2026-07-11"},"venue":"Gaylord Opryland Resort","city":"Nashville","country":"United States","website":"https://www.naesp.org/conference","registrationUrl":"https://www.naesp.org/conference/registration","attendance":{"average":2500,"lastYear":2400,"yearBefore":2300},"exhibitors":{"count":120,"types":["EdTech vendors","Curriculum publishers","PD providers","School services","Furniture","Assessment"]},"registrationFee":"From $495 (member early bird) to $795 (non-member on-site)","entryProcedure":"Online registration via NAESP; member rates. Badges required. Pre-conference sessions require separate registration.","highlights":["School leadership sessions for PreK–8","Expo of school solutions","Leadership development workshops","Peer networking for principals"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Audience is building-level leaders — practical focus","Resort venue is large — book lodging early","Sessions balance leadership and instruction","Bring your school improvement plan","Nashville offers great evening networking"],"featured":false},{"id":35,"name":"EdMedia (AACE) World Conference","slug":"edmedia-aace-world-conference","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/edmedia-aace-world-conference","organizer":"Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education","category":"EdTech & Innovation","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"An international conference on educational media, technology, and innovation, EdMedia brings together researchers and practitioners exploring the design, use, and evaluation of educational media and technology.","established":1993,"nextEvent":{"dates":"June 22–25, 2026","start":"2026-06-22","end":"2026-06-25"},"venue":"University of British Columbia","city":"Vancouver","country":"Canada","website":"https://www.aace.org/conf/edmedia","registrationUrl":"https://www.aace.org/conf/edmedia/registration","attendance":{"average":800,"lastYear":780,"yearBefore":750},"exhibitors":{"count":20,"types":["Academic publishers","EdTech research tools","Universities","Authoring tools","Media platforms","PD providers"]},"registrationFee":"From $445 (member early bird) to $645 (non-member on-site); student $245","entryProcedure":"Online registration via AACE; member and student rates. Presenters must register by the deadline. 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Badges required. Some workshops require separate sign-up.","highlights":["Edtech startup showcase and pitch","Investor-educator matchmaking","Boston edtech ecosystem networking","Workshops on edtech adoption"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Great for edtech founders and buyers alike","Boston in February is cold — pack warm","Sessions balance business and pedagogy","Networking is the highlight — bring cards","Startup showcase is energetic and worth attending"],"featured":false},{"id":37,"name":"Anthology Together","slug":"anthology-together","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/anthology-together","organizer":"Anthology","category":"Higher Education","region":"North America","format":"Hybrid","description":"The user and partner conference for Anthology (Blackboard) customers, featuring product roadmaps, best practices in higher-ed edtech, and networking for LMS administrators and instructional designers.","established":2000,"nextEvent":{"dates":"July 13–15, 2026","start":"2026-07-13","end":"2026-07-15"},"venue":"Hilton Anatole","city":"Dallas","country":"United States","website":"https://www.anthology.com/together","registrationUrl":"https://www.anthology.com/together/register","attendance":{"average":2000,"lastYear":1950,"yearBefore":1900},"exhibitors":{"count":50,"types":["Higher-Ed SaaS","Content providers","Integration partners","Accessibility tools","Analytics","Consultancies"]},"registrationFee":"From $1,095 (early bird) to $1,495 (on-site); virtual $295","entryProcedure":"Online registration via Anthology; customer and partner rates. Badges required. 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Badges required. Some workshops require separate sign-up.","highlights":["Canvas product roadmap and updates","Customer showcase sessions","Hands-on training","Mountain resort networking"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Best for Canvas LMS administrators and power users","Mountain resort — altitude may affect some attendees","Book lodging in the conference block for convenience","Roadmap sessions are the highlight for admins","Family-friendly venue if you extend your stay"],"featured":false},{"id":39,"name":"Ellucian Live","slug":"ellucian-live","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/ellucian-live","organizer":"Ellucian","category":"Higher Education","region":"North America","format":"In-person","description":"The premier conference for higher education technology professionals using Ellucian SIS platforms, featuring product roadmaps, best practices, and networking for higher-ed IT and registrars.","established":1998,"nextEvent":{"dates":"April 19–22, 2026","start":"2026-04-19","end":"2026-04-22"},"venue":"Henry B. 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Pre-conference workshops require separate registration.","highlights":["Product roadmap for Banner and Colleague","Customer success showcases","Hands-on technical training","Higher-ed IT networking"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Best for Ellucian SIS administrators and registrars","Technical sessions fill — arrive early","Bring your integration questions for the labs","San Antonio River Walk is walkable from the venue","Roadmap sessions shape your year of planning"],"featured":false},{"id":40,"name":"D2L Fusion","slug":"d2l-fusion","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/d2l-fusion","organizer":"D2L (Desire2Learn)","category":"Higher Education","region":"North America","format":"Hybrid","description":"The annual user conference for D2L Brightspace customers, featuring product updates, customer success stories, and networking for LMS administrators, instructional designers, and educators.","established":2004,"nextEvent":{"dates":"July 27–29, 2027","start":"2027-07-27","end":"2027-07-29"},"venue":"Venue to be announced","city":"Denver","country":"Canada","website":"https://www.d2l.com/fusion","registrationUrl":"https://www.d2l.com/fusion/register","attendance":{"average":1500,"lastYear":1450,"yearBefore":1400},"exhibitors":{"count":40,"types":["LMS partners","Content providers","Accessibility tools","Analytics","Integration tools","PD providers"]},"registrationFee":"From $895 (early bird) to $1,295 (on-site); virtual $199","entryProcedure":"Online registration via D2L; customer rates. Badges required. Virtual pass available. 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Badges required. Application-based access for some tracks.","highlights":["European edtech market intelligence","Investor-founder matchmaking","Senior leadership networking","Edtech startup showcase"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Senior, deal-making audience — bring your strategy","Smaller, curated event — high-quality networking","Sessions are strategic, not hands-on","London venue is central and walkable","Great for European edtech market entry"],"featured":false},{"id":54,"name":"Jisc Digifest","slug":"jisc-digifest","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/jisc-digifest","organizer":"Jisc","category":"Higher Education","region":"Europe","format":"Hybrid","description":"The UK's flagship event for digital innovation in higher and further education, Digifest explores the technologies and strategies shaping teaching, learning, and research in UK colleges and universities.","established":2009,"nextEvent":{"dates":"March 10–11, 2026","start":"2026-03-10","end":"2026-03-11"},"venue":"ICC Birmingham","city":"Birmingham","country":"United Kingdom","website":"https://www.jisc.ac.uk/digifest","registrationUrl":"https://www.jisc.ac.uk/digifest/registration","attendance":{"average":1500,"lastYear":1450,"yearBefore":1400},"exhibitors":{"count":50,"types":["Higher-Ed SaaS","Cloud providers","Cybersecurity","EdTech vendors","Research tools","Accessibility"]},"registrationFee":"Free for Jisc members; non-members £295","entryProcedure":"Online registration via Jisc; free for Jisc member institutions. Badges required. Virtual pass available.","highlights":["UK higher and further ed focus","Edtech innovation showcases","Keynotes and hands-on labs","Virtual streaming of keynotes"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Free for Jisc member institutions — great value","Audience is UK higher and further ed IT and L&T leaders","Sessions balance strategy and practice","Birmingham ICC is central and accessible","Virtual pass is good for remote teams"],"featured":false},{"id":55,"name":"ALT Annual Conference","slug":"alt-annual-conference","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/alt-annual-conference","organizer":"Association for Learning Technology","category":"Higher Education","region":"Europe","format":"Hybrid","description":"The UK's leading learning technology research and practice conference, ALT brings together educators, learning technologists, and researchers to share scholarship and innovation in digital learning.","established":1994,"nextEvent":{"dates":"September 7–9, 2026","start":"2026-09-07","end":"2026-09-09"},"venue":"University of Warwick","city":"Coventry","country":"United Kingdom","website":"https://altc.alt.ac.uk","registrationUrl":"https://altc.alt.ac.uk/registration","attendance":{"average":500,"lastYear":480,"yearBefore":460},"exhibitors":{"count":20,"types":["Learning platforms","Academic publishers","Accessibility tools","Research orgs","Universities","Open tools"]},"registrationFee":"From £395 (member early bird) to £695 (non-member on-site); virtual £95","entryProcedure":"Online registration via ALT; member and student rates. Virtual pass available. Presenters must register by the deadline.","highlights":["Learning technology research sessions","Practitioner showcases","ALT Awards ceremony","Collegial scholarly networking"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Academic-leaning — research and practice papers","Smaller, friendly, collegial event","Great for learning technologists in UK higher ed","Virtual pass is affordable for individuals","University campus venue — book accommodation early"],"featured":false},{"id":56,"name":"ECIS Annual Conference","slug":"ecis-annual-conference","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/ecis-annual-conference","organizer":"Educational Collaborative for International Schools","category":"K-12 Education","region":"Europe","format":"In-person","description":"The leading conference for international school educators and leaders, ECIS brings together the global international school community for professional learning, networking, and leadership development.","established":1965,"nextEvent":{"dates":"April 15–17, 2027","start":"2027-04-15","end":"2027-04-17"},"venue":"Venue to be announced","city":"Stockholm","country":"Sweden","website":"https://www.ecis.org/conference","registrationUrl":"https://www.ecis.org/conference/registration","attendance":{"average":700,"lastYear":680,"yearBefore":650},"exhibitors":{"count":50,"types":["International school suppliers","Publishers","Recruitment agencies","EdTech platforms","Universities","PD providers"]},"registrationFee":"From €595 (member early bird) to €895 (non-member on-site)","entryProcedure":"Online registration via ECIS; member and non-member rates. Badges required. Pre-conference sessions separate.","highlights":["International school leadership sessions","Global educator networking","Expo of international school suppliers","Pre-conference deep-dives"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Audience is international school leaders and teachers","Genuinely global networking","Sessions balance leadership and pedagogy","Hamburg is a walkable, welcoming city","Pre-conference sessions are the high-value deep-dives"],"featured":false},{"id":58,"name":"Salon de l'Éducation (Educatech)","slug":"salon-de-leducation-educatech","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/salon-de-leducation-educatech","organizer":"Comexposium","category":"K-12 Education","region":"Europe","format":"In-person","description":"France's leading education fair, combining the Salon de l'Éducation for educators and families with Educatech, a dedicated edtech showcase for digital learning professionals.","established":1989,"nextEvent":{"dates":"December 2–4, 2026","start":"2026-12-02","end":"2026-12-04"},"venue":"Paris Expo Porte de Versailles","city":"Paris","country":"France","website":"https://www.educatech-expo.com","registrationUrl":"https://www.educatech-expo.com/visit","attendance":{"average":25000,"lastYear":24500,"yearBefore":24000},"exhibitors":{"count":300,"types":["Publishers","EdTech vendors","STEM kits","School furniture","PD providers","Government"]},"registrationFee":"Free with pre-registration; some workshops €50–€120","entryProcedure":"Free online pre-registration for trade attendees; day passes for the public. Badges required. Educatech badge gives access to the professional program.","highlights":["French education ecosystem showcase","Educatech edtech professional program","Family and educator programming","Expo of publishers and edtech"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Free with pre-registration — great value","French is the primary language","Educatech badge unlocks the professional program","Paris Porte de Versailles is metro-accessible","Bring a tote for catalogues and samples"],"featured":false},{"id":59,"name":"EduTech Asia","slug":"edutech-asia","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/edutech-asia","organizer":"Terrapinn","category":"EdTech & Innovation","region":"Asia Pacific","format":"In-person","description":"Asia's leading education technology conference and exhibition, EduTech Asia brings together educators, edtech companies, and policymakers to explore the future of learning across the region.","established":2015,"nextEvent":{"dates":"October 7–9, 2026","start":"2026-10-07","end":"2026-10-09"},"venue":"Sands Expo & Convention Centre","city":"Singapore","country":"Singapore","website":"https://www.terrapinn.com/conference/edutech","registrationUrl":"https://www.terrapinn.com/conference/edutech/registration","attendance":{"average":3000,"lastYear":2900,"yearBefore":2800},"exhibitors":{"count":150,"types":["EdTech vendors","LMS providers","Robotics kits","Interactive displays","STEM suppliers","Cloud providers"]},"registrationFee":"From SGD 1,295 (early bird) to SGD 2,495 (on-site); free school passes","entryProcedure":"Online registration via Terrapinn; delegate, school, and exhibitor passes. Badges required. Free school passes available with application.","highlights":["Asia edtech market focus","300+ sessions across 12 tracks","Expo of regional edtech","Startup village and pitch"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Free passes available for schools — apply early","Singapore is hot and humid year-round","Sessions are strategic and market-focused","Great for Asian edtech market intelligence","Expo is strong for regional vendor discovery"],"featured":true},{"id":61,"name":"National Education Summit Australia","slug":"national-education-summit-australia","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/national-education-summit-australia","organizer":"IEDUCATE","category":"K-12 Education","region":"Asia Pacific","format":"In-person","description":"A summit for Australian school leaders and educators, featuring masterclasses, capacity-building workshops, and an expo focused on classroom innovation and school improvement.","established":2016,"nextEvent":{"dates":"September 3–4, 2026","start":"2026-09-03","end":"2026-09-04"},"venue":"Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre","city":"Melbourne","country":"Australia","website":"https://www.nationaleducationsummit.com.au","registrationUrl":"https://www.nationaleducationsummit.com.au/registration","attendance":{"average":3000,"lastYear":2900,"yearBefore":2800},"exhibitors":{"count":100,"types":["EdTech vendors","Publishers","STEM kits","PD providers","School services","Furniture"]},"registrationFee":"From AUD 495 (early bird) to AUD 795 (on-site)","entryProcedure":"Online registration via the Summit; educator and leader passes. Badges required. 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Badges required. Ministerial and school leader passes by application.","highlights":["Asia edtech leadership summit","Ministerial keynotes","Expo of regional edtech","Policy and strategy sessions"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Leadership and policy focus — senior audience","Free expo passes for educators","Kuala Lumpur is hot and humid — dress light","Great for Asian edtech market intelligence","Ministerial sessions are a unique draw"],"featured":false},{"id":64,"name":"EduTech India","slug":"edutech-india","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/edutech-india","organizer":"Terrapinn","category":"EdTech & Innovation","region":"Asia Pacific","format":"In-person","description":"India's leading education technology conference, EduTech India brings together school leaders, educators, and edtech companies to explore digital transformation in Indian education.","established":2018,"nextEvent":{"dates":"December 1–2, 2026","start":"2026-12-01","end":"2026-12-02"},"venue":"Hyatt Regency Mumbai","city":"Mumbai","country":"India","website":"https://www.terrapinn.com/conference/edutech-india","registrationUrl":"https://www.terrapinn.com/conference/edutech-india/registration","attendance":{"average":2000,"lastYear":1900,"yearBefore":1800},"exhibitors":{"count":80,"types":["EdTech vendors","LMS providers","STEM kits","Interactive displays","Cloud providers","Publishers"]},"registrationFee":"From INR 8,000 (early bird) to INR 20,000 (on-site); free school passes","entryProcedure":"Online registration via Terrapinn; delegate, school, and exhibitor passes. Badges required. Free school passes available with application.","highlights":["India edtech market focus","Leadership and pedagogy tracks","Expo of regional edtech","Startup showcase"],"knowBeforeYouGo":["Free passes available for schools — apply early","Mumbai in December is pleasant","Sessions balance strategy and practice","Great for Indian edtech market intelligence","Smaller, focused leadership event"],"featured":false},{"id":65,"name":"Worlddidac Asia","slug":"worlddidac-asia","url":"https://conferences.techinteach.com/conferences/worlddidac-asia","organizer":"Worlddidac Association","category":"EdTech & Innovation","region":"Asia Pacific","format":"In-person","description":"An Asian trade fair for educational resources and equipment, Worlddidac Asia brings together suppliers and institutional buyers across the region for teaching materials, lab equipment, and edtech.","established":1993,"nextEvent":{"dates":"September 15–17, 2026","start":"2026-09-15","end":"2026-09-17"},"venue":"Hangzhou Grand Convention and Exhibition Center","city":"Hangzhou","country":"China","website":"https://worlddidac-asia.org","registrationUrl":"https://www.worlddidacasia.com/visit","attendance":{"average":8000,"lastYear":7800,"yearBefore":7500},"exhibitors":{"count":250,"types":["Teaching materials","Lab equipment","EdTech","Furniture","STEM kits","Vocational training"]},"registrationFee":"Free exhibition; conference delegate passes THB 1,500–THB 5,000","entryProcedure":"Free online pre-registration for trade attendees; badges required. 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