About
6 – 10 July 2026
The 30th JURE 2026 Conference will take place in Tartu, Estonia, hosted by the University of Tartu. The conference brings together junior researchers and doctoral students around the world to present their work, participate in workshops and keynotes, and engage in inspiring discussions on educational research. JURE 2026 offers early career researchers valuable opportunities for academic exchange, skills development, and international networking in a vibrant university city.
Venue
Tartu, Estonia’s second-largest city and its intellectual capital, is renowned for its rich academic traditions and youthful energy. Located in southern Estonia, Tartu is home to the University of Tartu, one of Northern Europe’s oldest universities, which shapes the city’s vibrant student life and innovative spirit. The city combines history and modernity, with its charming medieval old town, lively cafés, museums, and cultural institutions.
Known as the “City of Good Thoughts,” Tartu offers a welcoming atmosphere, a strong focus on science and education, and an inspiring setting along the Emajõgi River, making it an ideal venue for international conferences.
Theme
Learning in Transition: Science, Society and the Challenges of Tomorrow
The JURE 2026 Conference invites junior researchers to reflect on the connections between science, education, and society under the theme "Learning in Transition: Science, Society and the Challenges of Tomorrow". The theme emphasises the transformative role of education in preparing individuals and communities to face rapid technological change, global uncertainties, and urgent societal challenges.
Education functions as both a driver and a bridge during times of transition: encouraging scientific thinking, fostering critical and creative problem-solving, and supporting resilience in addressing issues such as climate change, digitalisation, and social inequality. Learning in transition highlights the importance of equipping learners not only with knowledge and skills but also with flexible mindsets that help them succeed in uncertain futures.
This theme invites interdisciplinary contributions that examine how learning environments, teaching practices, and educational policies can promote personal development and collective well-being. By linking science and society, JURE 2026 aims to inspire innovative approaches to teaching, research, and collaboration that contribute to both academic knowledge and societal progress.
The conference provides a unique platform for junior researchers to share their work, take part in critical dialogue, and build international networks dedicated to shaping education for tomorrow’s challenges.
Submit
We welcome the following submission types:
Paper
Paper sessions consist of three thematically clustered paper presentations, followed by a discussion with the audience. It is important that empirical papers have data and results or they will not be accepted. Theoretical papers, which provide background research, specific evidence, analytical thinking and/or recommendations on specific themes and topics, are also welcome.
Paper sessions are scheduled for 90 minutes. Three presenters are given 20 minutes presentation time followed by 10 minutes for questions.
Poster
Interactive poster sessions involve up to six posters. A short presentation of about 3 minutes for each poster is given to an audience gathered as a group. After the authors’ brief presentation, an in-depth discussion between them and the audience follows. The poster sessions offer researchers the chance to present their work in a visual format and offer more opportunities for interaction and discussion.
Poster sessions are scheduled for 90 minutes. Six presenters are each offered a brief presentation slot to introduce the poster (max. 3 minutes), after which there will be time to discuss each poster in greater depth, in smaller groups.
Roundtable
Roundtable sessions involve three thematically clustered presentations and offer opportunities for a more discursive exploration of research issues. This may well involve discussion of work in progress. The presenters elaborate on their emerging data and theory, and invite the participants to contribute to a discussion on potential challenges. Three presenters will explain and discuss their research one after another.
A roundtable session is scheduled for 90 minutes. Each presenter has five minutes to introduce his/her project and raise one or two open questions. Twentyfive minutes are intended for discussion.
Review
The review process is the most important aspect of organising the JURE conference, as the outcome of this process will determine the scientific quality of the conference, and the quality of the participants' experience.
Dates
Please consider the following important dates in preparing for the JURE 2026 conference:
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Submissions Open
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Submission Deadline
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Registrations Open
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Review Deadline
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Review Results
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Early Bird Deadline
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Presenter Registration Deadline
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Conference Programme Available
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JURE 2026 Conference
Team
Chair
Moonika Teppo - University of Tartu, Estonia
Local Organising Committee
Maarja Sõrmus - University of Tartu, Estonia
Getriin Aaviste - University of Tartu, Estonia
Janari Teessar - University of Tartu, Estonia
Yaroslav Opanasenko - University of Tartu, Estonia
International Organising Committee
Charles Selorm Dzormeku - University of Helsinki, Finland
Natalia Molina - University of Bern, Switzerland
Sara Souza Pimenta - University of Szeged, Hungary
Peter Bannister - Universidad Internacional de La Rioja, Spain
Partners
The JURE 2026 conference is proud to collaborate with the following partners:
Estonian Business and Innovation Agency (EIS)
The organisation of the EARLI JURE 2026 Conference at the University of Tartu is supported by 19 576,90 EUR by Estonian Business and Innovation Agency (EIS) under the European Union Cohesion Policy funds.
The EARLI JURE 2026 Conference is an international academic event aimed at junior researchers in education, bringing together around 300 doctoral students and early-career scholars from all over the world. The conference offering participants an opportunity to present their research, develop professional skills, and build valuable international connections.
As many participants will be visiting Estonia for the first time, the social programme will introduce the city of Tartu through guided tours and conference gala dinner. This will help enhance the visibility of Tartu and Estonia as attractive destinations for tourism and international academic events.
University of Tartu
The University of Tartu, located in the vibrant academic city of Tartu, Estonia, is one of Northern Europe’s oldest and most distinguished universities, founded in 1632 and re-opened as the Estonian-language university in 1919. As the nation’s leading center of research, education, and innovation, it combines rich academic traditions with a forward-looking approach to science and technology. The university’s modern campus facilities, intertwined with its historic architecture, create an inspiring environment for learning and discovery. Internationally recognised for its strong research performance and diverse academic community, the University of Tartu attracts lecturers, researchers, and students from all over the world.
Visit Estonia
Welcome to Estonia — a place where medieval charm meets digital innovation. Located in Northern Europe, Estonia is a unique blend of centuries-old history, untouched nature, and one of the world’s most advanced digital societies. It is an ideal destination for international academic conferences, offering both inspiring surroundings and excellent value.