The Qualitative Research Special Interest Group, QRSIG, established in 1987, was created to provide a space within AERA for the discussion of philosophical, ethical, and methodological issues in Qualitative Research as well as to seek cutting edge approaches to qualitative research methods.  The QRSIG strives to legitimize all non traditional forms of research, and to support other SIG's and Divisions with similar interests and goals, including an emphasis on ways that qualitative research may contribute to reducing inequality and injustice in schools and society. 

AERA 2026 will be held April 8–April 12, 2026, Los Angeles, CA. 

• View the program here: https://convention2.allacademic.com/one/aera/aera26/index.php?&obf_var=2607840&PHPSESSID=36k64i4ts1bqojhmpm38v0h0u8

QR SIG Business Meeting & Reception 2026

• Time: Sat, April 11, 5:45 to 7:45pm PDT (8:45 to 10:45pm EDT)
• Location: InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown, Floor: 7th Floor, Hollywood Ballroom I

Podcast Committee 

Be Part of the Conversation at AERA 2026! The Qualitative Conversations Podcast Committee is inviting graduate students, early career scholars, and mid-late career faculty to participate in 5-10 minute interviews. We want to capture your reflections on the evolving landscape of education and qualitative research—where we are now, what is shifting, and where the field may be headed. 

We will conduct these interviews in-person during the AERA Annual Meeting in Los Angeles, so you will need to be at the conference if you would like to participate. Selected conversations will be featured in a podcast episode released shortly after the conference.

Interested in sharing your perspective? Reach out below to schedule the interview:

• Graduate Students: Jonathan Coker — jcoker@coastal.edu
• Early Career Scholars: Elizabeth Morgan — elizabeth.morgan@morgan.edu
• Mid-Late Career Faculty: Melissa Hauber-Ozer — mhauber@missouri.edu