The Churchie Research Centre is making preparations for the 2026 A Matter of Translation conference.
📅 Date: Monday, 13 July, 2026 (First day of Queensland Schools Term 3, a student-free day for many)
⏰ Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Anglican Church Grammar School, East Brisbane
💲 Cost: $75 per person (includes morning tea and lunch)
This one-day event brings together classroom teachers, researchers, school leaders, and system leaders to explore how robust research can be meaningfully translated into everyday teaching practice. A core aim of the conference is to elevate new and emerging voices in education while grounding discussion firmly in evidence.
Conference Keynote
In keeping with our aim, we are pleased to announce the keynote speaker for this conference will be Dr Efrat Furst. There are few people better placed to guide us in translating the science of learning in classrooms.The conference format will differ in 2026 such that Dr Furst will present the opening keynote address; and will feature later in the day for a Q&A session.
Click here for Dr Efrat Furst Bio
Click here to see Efrat on "Mid the Gap" podcast
Conference Themes
Learning Science and Cognition: How students learn; Attention, memory, and cognitive load; Designing instruction for durable and transferable learning; Metacognition and helping students become self-regulated learners
Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment: Curriculum design informed by cognitive science; Instructional routines that support understanding, not overload; Assessment as a tool for learning, feedback, and retrieval
Literacy, Numeracy, and Domain-Specific Learning: Evidence-based approaches to literacy and numeracy instruction; Subject-specific pedagogy: what learning science looks like in different disciplines; Evaluating the impact of instructional programs and interventions
Teachers, Coaching, and Professional Learning: Instructional coaching models grounded in learning science; Supporting teacher expertise through deliberate practice and feedback; Translating research into sustainable school-wide practice
Classroom Practice and Emerging Challenges: Effective classroom management through cognitive and motivational lenses; Opportunities and limitations of AI in supporting learning; Balancing innovation with evidence-informed decision-making
Expression of Interest: Present a Workshop
We invite educators, school leaders, researchers, and policymakers to submit proposals for 40-50 minute workshops that:
- Showcase classroom practice
- Reflect on the translation of theory into practice, including lessons learned
- Share innovative programs and interventions implemented in classrooms or schools
- Provide evaluation of programs with evidence of impact on teaching and learning
Workshops will be held in classrooms equipped with data projection, sound (via HDMI), a lectern, and WiFi access.
The Churchie Research Centre will cover the registration costs for all workshop presenters, including morning tea and lunch. A Matter of Translation is a not-for-profit event. All proceeds from the conference will be donated to the Youth Homeless Accommodation Build – Anglicare Southern Queensland (anglicaresq.org.au).
Key Dates
📌 Expressions of Interest close: Friday, 21 March 2026
📌 Notifications of acceptance: Rolling basis as submissions are received
📌 Final speaker schedule released: Friday, 28 March 2026
📌 Conference registrations open: TBA (to be announced soon)
There are limited workshop spaces available, so we encourage you to submit your Expression of Interest as soon as possible.