2026 Curiosity & Learning Conference

Sat Apr 25 2026 at 09:00 am to 01:00 pm UTC-04:00

BU Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences (CDS) | Boston

BU Wheelock Community Events
Publisher/HostBU Wheelock Community Events
2026 Curiosity & Learning Conference
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The Curiosity and Learning Conference is a gathering of educators passionate about transforming STEAM learning for ALL students of all ages!
About this Event

Join us for the 11th Annual Curiosity and Learning Conference, where inspiration and exploration meet to redefine education. Following the success of last year’s dynamic, STEAM-focused sessions, this year’s conference promises even more hands-on activities, innovative workshops, and inspirations talks from incredible leaders in education—highlighting how curiosity drives learning across disciplines. Whether you're drawn to robotics, art, math, or creative inquiry, this is your chance to connect, collaborate, and ignite fresh ideas for transforming classrooms. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this vibrant, forward-thinking community!

Think of this as a farmers market of innovative & inspiring learning! You will have great conversations with amazing educators and dig right into immersive and joyful learning yourself, before upacking together how to create similar experiences in your context.

For questions or more information about the Curiosity and Learning Conference, contact:

  • TJ McKenna, PhD. Director of the Center for STEM Professional Learning at Scale, Clinical Assistant Professor of Science Education
  • [email protected]




Agenda

🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
The Curiosity Lab: Explore, Play, Connect (Stations Open for Sensemaking)
🕑: 10:10 AM - 10:40 AM
How to Support Sensemaking for ALL Learners (group panel)
🕑: 10:40 AM - 12:50 PM
The Curiosity Lab: Explore, Play, Connect (Stations Open for Sensemaking)
🕑: 12:50 PM - 01:00 PM
Sustaining the Spark: Carrying Curiosity Forward (Closing thoughts)
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

BU Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences (CDS), 665 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, United States

Tickets

USD 25.00

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