ICER Call for Papers

Academic Conference Call for Papers


  • Academic Papers
  • Case Studies
  • Work in-Progress Papers
  • PhD Papers
  • Masters Papers
  • Posters and Presentations
  • Non- Academic or Practitioner Contributions

Aims and Scope

The International Conference on Education Research (ICER) is an opportunity for academics, practitioners and consultants from around the world who are involved in the study, management and development of education research related issues to come together and exchange ideas. There are several strong strands of research and interest that are developing in the area including the use of technology in teaching and learning, active learning and student engagement, assessment and feedback, curriculum design and delivery, inclusive teaching and learning and teaching for social justice to mention only a few.

The aims of the conference now not only include sharing academic research but also fostering dialogue among practitioners, policymakers, and scholars to address pressing issues facing organizations and institutions today. The 2025 call for papers for the ICER is interested in contributions that consider the following topics. In addition, the committee welcomed papers on a number of specialist mini-tracks which can be seen at the end of this list.

The Use of Technology in Teaching and Learning

  • Blended Learning Environments
  • Educational Technology Tools
  • Impact of Virtual Reality in Education
  • E-learning Platforms and Accessibility

Active Learning and Student Engagement

  • Cooperative Learning Strategies
  • Gamification in Education
  • Role of Discussion in Active Learning
  • Engaging Diverse Learners

Assessment and Feedback

  • Formative vs. Summative Assessment Techniques
  • Peer Assessment Approaches
  • Importance of Timely Feedback
  • Digital Tools for Assessing Student Work

Curriculum Design and Delivery

  • Integrating Interdisciplinary Approaches
  • Developing Culturally Relevant Curriculum
  • Online Curriculum Development Strategies
  • Monitoring and Evaluating Curriculum Effectiveness

Inclusive Teaching and Learning

  • Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
  • Strategies for Supporting Diverse Learners
  • Addressing Implicit Bias in Education
  • Creating Inclusive Learning Environments

Teaching for Social Justice

  • Critical Pedagogy Approaches
  • Curriculum for Social Change
  • Empowering Marginalized Voices
  • Community Engagement in Education

Assessment Practices and Strategies

  • Authentic Assessment Methods
  • Designing Rubrics for Effective Assessment
  • Using Analytics to Inform Assessment Practices
  • Continuous Improvement in Assessment Strategies

Constructive Feedback on Completed Assessments

  • Best Practices for Providing Feedback
  • Balancing Critique and Encouragement
  • Feedback Loops in Learning Cycles
  • Using Technology to Enhance Feedback

Module Development in the New Digital Era

  • Best Practices for Online Module Design
  • Incorporating Multimedia in Course Content
  • Student-Centered Approaches to Module Development
  • Evaluating Online Learning Modules

Curriculum Development, Implementation, and Monitoring

  • Strategies for Effective Curriculum Implementation
  • Feedback Mechanisms for Curriculum Improvement
  • Engaging Stakeholders in Curriculum Development
  • Evaluating Learning Outcomes

Module Throughput and Success

  • Factors Influencing Student Success
  • Strategies to Improve Module Completion Rates
  • Analyzing Dropout Rates in Modules
  • Support Systems for Struggling Students

Teaching and Learning Pedagogies

  • Innovative Teaching Strategies

Mini Tracks

For more information on, or to submit, a Mini Track, please contact afua@academic-conferences.org

Important Dates

Abstract submission deadline16 April 2025
Notification of abstract acceptance30 April 2025
Full paper due for review05 June 2025
Notification of paper acceptance (with any requested changes)14 August 2025
Earlybird registration closes28 August 2025
Final paper due (with any changes)11 September 2025
Final Author payment date02 October 2025