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2026 ATEA CONFERENCE - NON MEMBERS

Start
1 Jul 2026
End
3 Jul 2026
Location
Griffith University - Gold Coast Campus

Registration

ATEA NON-MEMBER CONCESSIONAL 3-DAY – $580.00
A concessional delegate refers to individuals who meet one or more of the following criteria: Early Career Researchers, sessional academics, school-based teacher educators, Higher Degree Research students, those who are unwaged or retired, or individuals within five years of completing their PhD. To qualify, you will need to provide supporting evidence. This may include, but is not limited to, an institutional ID, an official letter from your employer or university, proof of enrolment, or any other relevant documentation.
EARLY BIRD NON-MEMBER Registration – $680.00
Register here if you are NOT a current ATEA Member.
Registration includes 12 months ATEA membership.
Early Bird rates valid until 31 May 2026.
Full Price NON-MEMBER Registration – $740.00
Not a current ATEA Member.
Registration includes 12 months ATEA membership.
Non-Member 1-Day Friday – $245.00
Non-Member 1-Day Thursday – $245.00
Non-Member 1-Day Wednesday – $265.00
Includes Welcome/Awards Event

GOLD COAST - JULY 2026

“TRANSFORMING TEACHER EDUCATION:

Preparing teachers to be the subjects and agents of change"

1st - 3rd JULY 2026

ATEA’s 2026 conference will be hosted by Griffith University

from Wednesday 1st July 2026 to Friday 3rd July 2026

(with an ECR/HDR/Sessional Academic Pre-Conference Day on Tuesday 30th June)

ATEA’s 2026 Conference will be hosted by Griffith University on the vibrant Gold Coast, situated on Kombumerri Country within the Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct. The conference will open with a Welcome to Country conducted by Elder and Songwoman Dr Candace Kruger.

The theme, Transforming Teacher Education: Preparing teachers to be the subjects and agents of change, highlights the vital role of teacher education in shaping resilient, adaptable and future-focused educators. Particular areas of focus will include: societal change, artificial intelligence, Indigenous education, neurodiversity, generational theory, democracy, sustainability, misinformation and disinformation, critical thinking, and creativity.

The program will feature keynote addresses from leading scholars, an Early Career Researcher Day led by Griffith’s ECR team, and opportunities to share research, practice, and debate across diverse formats including papers, symposiums, and hot-topic debates. Delegates will be treated to a welcome event at Griffith’s Campus Link, featuring some of Griffith University’s talented students from the Queensland Conservatorium of Music.

KEY DATES

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATIONS OPEN NOW (closing 31 May 2026)

Tuesday 30th June – Early Career/HDR & Sessional Academics Day

Wednesday 01 July – Day 1 of Conference/Welcome Event + Award Presentations

Thursday 02 July – Day 2 of Conference

Friday 03 July – Day 3 of Conference

REGISTRATION INCLUDES COMPLIMENTARY 12 MONTH ATEA MEMBERSHIP

Photography Notice
We love capturing the energy and connections that make our conference special. By registering, you agree that candid photos and/or short videos may be taken during the event. These may be shared on the ATEA website, Members’ Platform, and LinkedIn to showcase the highlights and celebrate our community.

For further information, please contact: admin@atea.edu.au