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About the Conference

The 2026 APATE Annual Conference is jointly organized by APATE, the Teacher Education Society (TEA), and the College of Education at National Taiwan Normal University. The conference brings together scholars, researchers, and practitioners to explore the evolving role and social value of teachers in a rapidly changing world.

We warmly invite you to join us in Taipei for academic exchange, collaboration, and dialogue.

Conference Dates & Venue

October 22–23, 2026
National Taiwan Normal University, Taipei, Taiwan

Conference Theme

Teaching, Trust, and Transformation:
Reaffirming the Social Value of Teachers in the Asia-Pacific

Sub-themes

  1. Public Trust, Professional Status, and Social Legitimacy in Education

  2. Professional Autonomy, Accountability, and Educational Governance

  3. Teaching, Learning, and Education in Transforming and Uncertain Societies

  4. Ethics, Care, and the Moral Foundations of Education

  5. Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Justice in Education

  6. Knowledge, Curriculum, and Epistemic Trust

  7. Digitalization, AI, and Human Judgment in Education

  8. Teacher Education, Wellbeing, and Sustainable Professional Development

  9. Leadership, Policy, and Institutional Change in Education

  10. Emerging Issues and Interdisciplinary Perspectives in Education

Conference Activities

Keynote Speeches

Features world-renowned scholars sharing cutting-edge insights and visionary perspectives on teacher educational transformation.

Country Reports

Provides an in-depth look at the current teacher educational landscapes and policy developments across various Asia-Pacific regions.

Young Scholar Session (Graduate Student Research Forum)

Offers a dedicated platform for graduate students to present their work and receive professional mentorship from senior academics.

Scholarly Individual Paper Presentations

Showcases independent research findings and fosters academic exchange through interactive oral presentations and discussions.

Poster Presentations

Provides a visual and interactive platform for researchers to display their findings and engage in direct, one-on-one academic discussions.

Keynote Speakers

To be announced.

Contact Information

APATE 2026 Con ference Secretariat

For inquiries regarding submissions, registration, or general information, please feel free to reach out to us:

Email: apate.conference@gmail.com

Website: www.apate-education.org

Address: National Taiwan Normal University, Taipei, Taiwan

Sponsors & Organizers

Supporting Organizations
Organizer
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​Co-organizers
國立臺灣師範大學師資培育學院
​School of Teacher Education, NTNU

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