IEC 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is IEC 2026?

IEC 2026 is the International Education Conference 2026, which brings together academics, researchers, educators, policymakers, and practitioners to share research and innovations in education.

The conference theme is:

“Reimagining Education: Innovations, Interdisciplinary Approaches & Sustainable Future.” 


2. When and where will the conference be held?

📅 Date: 15th – 18th September 2026

📍 Venue: Shaanxi Normal University, Xi’an, China 


3. What is the theme of the conference?

Reimagining Education: Innovations, Interdisciplinary Approaches & Sustainable Future

This theme highlights the importance of innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and sustainability in shaping the future of education.


4. What are the conference sub-themes?

Participants may submit papers under, but are not limited to, the following sub-themes:

1. Innovative Pedagogies and Tools for Teaching & Learning

  • AI-enhanced teaching and learning practices

  • Technology-integrated and digital learning environments

  • Innovative language, literacy and multiliteracies pedagogies

  • Assessment practice and innovation

  • Inclusive learning design

2. Humanising Interdisciplinary Education

  • Interdisciplinary approaches to achieving the SDGs / RMK13

  • Student wellbeing and mental health

  • Social equality and access to education

  • Human–environment relationships in learning

  • Ethics, values and human-centred education

3. Future-Ready Learning and Skills Development

  • Future-oriented curriculum design

  • Digital and AI literacy

  • Financial literacy

  • TVET and industry skills

  • Leadership for the future workforce

  • Knowledge transfer and research-based approaches

4. Glocal (Global–Local) Educational Transformation

  • Local knowledge and indigenous perspectives

  • Policy, leadership and governance for glocal education

  • Community engagement and partnerships for sustainable education

  • Community-based education

  • Community resilience and empowerment 


5. What are the important deadlines?

📌 Extended Abstract Submission Deadline: 30 April 2026

📌 Full Paper Submission Deadline: 31 May 2026

📌 Early Bird Registration Deadline: 15 June 2026

📌 Final Registration Deadline: 30 July 2026 


6. How do I submit my abstract or full paper?

All submissions must be made via the official submission forms:

🔗 Extended Abstract / Poster Abstract Submission Form

https://forms.gle/QznfqmC98sy3AifF9

📄 Extended Abstract Template

https://shorturl.at/Yz1La

📄 Full Paper Template / Submission Form

https://forms.gle/NUNiDkiVfqv475n56 


7. What format should I use for my submission?

Participants must follow the official templates provided:

  • Paper Presenters: Extended Abstract Template

  • Poster Presenters: Poster Abstract Template

Submissions that do not follow the formatting guidelines may not be considered for review.


8. Has my abstract or paper been accepted?

All submissions will undergo a review process and will be categorized as:

✅ Accepted

📝 Revision Required

❌ Rejected

Accepted submissions will receive an official acceptance letter from the conference secretariat.


9. What should I do after receiving acceptance?

After receiving your acceptance notification:

1️⃣ Complete your conference registration

2️⃣ Make the conference payment

3️⃣ Submit the full paper (if required) before the deadline.


10. What are the conference fees?

Category

Early Bird (by 15 June 2026)

Normal Registration

Paper Presenter (Academic/Professional)

MYR 780

MYR 880

Paper Presenter (Student)

MYR 580

MYR 680

Poster Presenter

MYR 500

MYR 580

Non-presenting Participant

MYR 480


11. Are there publication opportunities?

Yes. Selected papers will have opportunities for publication in:

  • Indexed Journals

  • Refereed Journals

  • Conference Proceedings

  • Book Chapters 

Publication decisions depend on the review process and journal requirements.


12. What type of presentation formats are available?

The conference will include:

  • Keynote Sessions

  • Parallel Paper Presentation Sessions

  • Poster Presentation Sessions


13. What is the conference schedule?

15 September 2026

Pre-conference activities

  • Registration

  • Networking event

16 September 2026

Day 1 Conference

  • Opening Ceremony

  • Keynote I & II

  • Parallel Sessions

  • Workshop I

17 September 2026

Day 2 Conference

  • Keynote III & IV

  • Parallel Sessions

  • Workshop II

18 September 2026

Day 3 Conference

  • Cultural & Educational Mobility Event 


14. Who can I contact for more information?

🌐 Website: https://education.um.edu.my/

📧 Email: educonference@um.edu.my

📞 Phone: +603-79675019 / 5041 

 

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