Daniel Solórzano presented the 2026 Brown Lecture in Education Research on Thursday, November 5, at 6:00 p.m. ET. The recording will be posted to the AERA website and YouTube soon.

In this webinar hosted by the School Community, Climate, and Culture SIG, Ron Avi Astor will unpack why a harm reduction strategy modeled on suicide and terrorism media reporting guidelines could interrupt the copycat cycle of mass shootings. Register here.

AERA President Jerome Morris discusses the benefits of being an AERA member in a new video. Want to join the largest community of education researchers? Get access to complimentary research articles and learn more about becoming a member here.

Chronic absenteeism has become one of the defining post-pandemic challenges facing schools. In this one-hour webinar on November 18 at 1:00 pm ET, hosted by AERA and The 74, panelists will explore why attendance rates have remained stubbornly low; which interventions are supported by evidence; what successful states and districts are doing; how families, community organizations, and public agencies can help; and how more timely data can support effective action. Learn more and register

The work of AERA’s standing and award committees relies on professional service by our members, with support from the central office staff and the association’s volunteer leadership. Read more

AERA President Jerome E. Morris recently appointed new members to AERA’s standing and award committees. Read more