MACTE Conferences
MACTE Annual Conferences: Fostering Excellence in Educator Preparation
MACTE proudly hosts two premier professional development events annually, each offering unique formats and opportunities designed to meet the diverse needs of university faculty, staff, administrators, and state education partners. Whether you seek focused virtual learning or comprehensive in-person collaboration, our conferences are essential for staying current and engaged in the field.
Fall Conference: Focused Virtual Engagement
The MACTE Fall Conference is designed for maximum accessibility and targeted professional development without the need for travel.
Format: Delivered entirely virtually via Zoom over two convenient half-day sessions. This structure allows attendees to balance their professional learning with their ongoing institutional responsibilities.
Value: The Fall conference focuses on providing multiple concurrent learning tracks each hour, delivering concentrated, actionable content and research updates relevant to current practice and policy.
Access: Member institutions are offered an Institutional Rate, granting comprehensive access to all faculty and staff, promoting widespread professional growth across your program.
Spring Conference: Network & Recognition
The MACTE Spring Conference is our flagship in-person event, serving as the state's central gathering for those dedicated to educator preparation excellence.
Networking: This conference is specifically structured to facilitate broad collaboration and valuable networking among peers from across the state's institutions and the Department of Education. Attendees engage in in-depth discussions, share best practices, and build strong professional relationships.
Key Events:
Annual Banquet: A highly anticipated evening featuring a distinguished keynote speaker who provides critical insights and inspiration on the future of our field.
Awards Ceremony: We proudly host an annual ceremony to recognize and celebrate excellence in educator preparation programs and individual contributions across our member institutions.
Experience: Held at a dedicated central location, the Spring Conference offers a comprehensive, immersive experience crucial for high-level planning and strategic alignment.