2020 Annual Meeting Press Center
About the Annual Meeting:
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 U.S. and around the world.
2020 Annual Meeting Theme:
The 2020 Annual Meeting theme is "The Power and Possibilities for the Public Good When Researchers and Organizational Stakeholders Collaborate." Read more
When and Where:
Friday, April 17 – Tuesday, April 21, 2020
San Francisco, California
Media Registration and Housing:
Please complete the press registration form. Once registration is confirmed, AERA will send a confirmation email. That message will include a web link for reporters who want to reserve housing in AERA’s press room block.
Not Sure Which Sessions to Attend?
AERA is happy to provide recommendations on Annual Meeting sessions and point you to research papers based on your interests. Please contact AERA Communications Director Tony Pals (tpals@aera.net, office: 202-238-3235).
Embargo Policy:
Contents of research papers being presented at the 2020 AERA Annual Meeting are embargoed until 12:01 a.m. ET on the date the paper is scheduled to be delivered.
Social Media:
The offical hashtag for the 2020 Annual Meeting is #AERA20. Please follow AERA on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Press Badges and Press Room:
The press room will be located in room 103 on the ground level of the Moscone Convention Center, South Building. Reporters must pick up badges on-site in the press room.
Press Room Hours of Operation:
- Friday, April 17: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Saturday, April 18: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Sunday, April 19: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Monday, April 20: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, April 21: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Press Contacts:
- AERA Communications Director Tony Pals, tpals@aera.net, office: (202)-238-3235
About AERA:
AERA is the largest national professional organization devoted to the scientific study of education. Founded in 1916, AERA advances knowledge about education, encourages scholarly inquiry related to education, and promotes the use of research to improve education and serve the public good.
AERA Reporters’ Resource (PDF)
