2026 Virtual Conference Call for Proposals

We welcome proposals related to science/mathematics education or teacher education from early childhood through the university level, including informal science and environmental education.

This year, we are using the theme of navigating knowledge through the lens of “hopeful skepticism" to help guide conversations in science, mathematics, and teacher education. This topic was inspired by the book, Hope for Cynics: The Surprising Science of Human Goodness by Jamil Zaki (ISBN: 1538743078). 

Reading the book is not necessary, but it might provide greater understanding and ability to communicate your thoughts in connection to our virtual conference theme of Navigating knowledge through the lens of “hopeful skepticism”: How to foster critical thinking through thoughtful interrogation. 

While there will be sessions and conversations specific to this theme, all research and theoretical presentations related to mathematics and/or science education are welcome. 

This year, we will feature three presentation options:

• Option 1: In-Progress Research Roundtables (Synchronous): Back for 2026! The In-Progress Research Roundtables will feature a synchronous presentation and discussion for attendees to talk about their in-progress research. Accepted proposals will be grouped, and each presenter will have 15 minutes to present, with built-in time for conversation. This option is great for individuals who are looking for feedback and insight from ICRSME friends about research studies in development and thesis/dissertation proposals. We highly recommend you submit your in-progress research for this year’s virtual conference. 
• Option 2: Research/Pedagogy Roundtables (Synchronous): The Research/Pedagogy Roundtables will include several presenters sharing their research and/or pedagogical approaches. Each presenter will have 15 minutes to share their work. After all presentations are finished, there will be a facilitated discussion with session attendees. 
• Option 3: Research/Pedagogy Posters (Synchronous): The research/pedagogy posters will include several presenters sharing their posters using presentation software. Presentations will be formatted as a single-slide poster. 

1. The proposed presentation connects to science/mathematics/STEM education or teacher education
2. Research/pedagogy content is explicitly described
3. The outcomes for the proposed presentation are clearly outlined 

Decisions will be sent out in early December, and all presenters will need to register for the virtual conference. Please email icrsme.consultation@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.