The American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting stands as the world’s largest gathering of education researchers, spotlighting groundbreaking and innovative studies. With over 2,500 sessions available, the 2025 Annual Meeting promises a dynamic experience, offering opportunities to glean insights from prominent scholars, explore the latest research, and cultivate professional connections.

The Johns Hopkins School of Education is thrilled to announce that over 50 of our faculty, staff, and students are showcasing their work at this year’s conference. Below, we’ve spotlighted our distinguished speakers. Don’t miss the opportunity to attend their presentations and uncover the impactful contributions from our community.

This information is subject to change. Please visit the AERA Annual Meeting 2025 program page for the latest information.

8 to 9:30 a.m. MT

Exploring the Impact of AI Tools on Pre-Service Teachers' AI Literacy and Prompt Literacy | The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Exhibit Hall Level, Exhibit Hall F - Poster Session

  • Zilu Jiang

    Postdoctoral Fellow, Johns Hopkins School of Education

    Headshot of  Zilu  Jiang
  • Learning and Instruction

    We study the many factors that contribute to optimal learning outcomes, aiming to make classrooms more engaging, inclusive, and effective.

    Abstract illustration of a person's brain.

8 to 9:30 a.m. MT

Equity Ethics: A New Tool for Measuring and Promoting Justice in STEM Fields | The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Ballroom Level, Four Seasons Ballroom 1

  • Affiliation

    Advanced Studies in Education

    Expertise

    Counseling & Human Development, Postsecondary Education, Social Context of Education, Urban Education

    Headshot of Ebony  McGee,  PhD
  • Shelly Engelman

    Research Consultant, Johns Hopkins School of Education

  • Binh Chi Bui

    Postdoctoral Fellow, Johns Hopkins School of Education

    Headshot of  Binh Chi Bui
  • Administration, Organization, and Leadership

    We focus on optimizing educational leadership and management practices, investigating elements of school and district governance.

    Abstract illustration of shaking hands and a megaphone.

8 to 9:30 a.m. MT

Invisibility and Resilience: Black Women Leaders in Higher Education | The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Ballroom Level, Four Seasons Ballroom 2-3

  • Radhonda Harris

    Lecturer, Johns Hopkins Krieger School of Arts and Sciences

    Headshot of  Radhonda Harris
  • Administration, Organization, and Leadership

    We focus on optimizing educational leadership and management practices, investigating elements of school and district governance.

    Abstract illustration of shaking hands and a megaphone.

9:50 to 11:20 a.m. MT

A Quantitative Synthesis of Outcomes of Educational Technology Approaches in K-12 Mathematics | The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Terrace Level, Bluebird Ballroom Room 2B

  • Jennifer Morrison, PhD

    Associate Research Professor
    Deputy Director of Evaluation Research, Center for Research and Reform in Education

    Affiliation

    Center for Research and Reform in Education

    Expertise

    Curriculum Studies, Educational Technology, Learning & Instruction, Research, Evaluation & Assessment

    Headshot of Jennifer  Morrison,  PhD
  • Robert Slavin, PhD

    In Memoriam
    School of Education Distinguished Professor and Director

    AFFILIATION
    Center Research and Reform in Education

    Robert Slavin headshot.
  • Learning and Instruction

    We study the many factors that contribute to optimal learning outcomes, aiming to make classrooms more engaging, inclusive, and effective.

    Abstract illustration of a person's brain.

9:50 to 11:20 a.m. MT

Exploring the Influence of Mobile Phone Usage on the Cognitive Development of Rural Children | The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Ballroom Level, Four Seasons Ballroom 2-3

  • Wenrui Huang

    PhD Student

    Cohort

    2020

    Research Interests

    Sociology of education; STEM education; Social stratification and mobility; Quantitative, computational, and spatial techniques

    Wenrui Huang Headshot
  • Social Context of Education

    We investigate how social and cultural factors — including ethnicity, race, class, gender, sexuality, and religion — impact learning

    Social Context of Education

11:40 a.m. to 1:10 p.m. MT

User-Unfriendly: Examining IEP User Experience | The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Ballroom Level, Four Seasons Ballroom 2-3

  • Megan Benay

    Teaching Assistant/Alumni, Johns Hopkins School of Education

  • Administration, Organization, and Leadership

    We focus on optimizing educational leadership and management practices, investigating elements of school and district governance.

    Abstract illustration of shaking hands and a megaphone.

1:30 to 3 p.m. MT

The Development and Evaluation of a Generative Artificial Intelligence Agent: MathPal | The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Exhibit Hall Level, Exhibit Hall F - Poster Session

  • Zilu Jiang

    Postdoctoral Fellow, Johns Hopkins School of Education

    Headshot of  Zilu  Jiang
  • Learning and Instruction

    We study the many factors that contribute to optimal learning outcomes, aiming to make classrooms more engaging, inclusive, and effective.

    Abstract illustration of a person's brain.

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