MIT App Inventor
Global Education Summit 2026

Empowering the next generation of creators through mobile computing education

July 6–8, 2026 · Stata Center (Building 32) · MIT Campus, Cambridge, MA

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About the Summit

Three days of learning, sharing, and building together

The MIT App Inventor Global Education Summit brings together educators, researchers, developers, and students from around the world to explore the future of computing education. Now in its latest edition, the summit showcases innovative teaching practices, cutting-edge research, and inspiring stories of how App Inventor is transforming classrooms globally.

MIT App Inventor is a free, blocks-based programming environment that makes it easy for anyone—even beginners—to build fully functional apps for Android and iOS devices. Since its launch, millions of users in over 195 countries and regions have created more than 70 million apps.

Schedule Overview

A detailed schedule will be posted closer to the event

Day 1:

Monday, July 6

  • Morning registration & welcome
  • Keynote & invited talks
  • Paper presentations
  • Hands-on workshops
  • Hackathon
  • MIT App Inventor PD workshop

Day 2:

Tuesday, July 7

  • Keynote
  • Global Appathon showcase
  • Responsible AI implementation panel
  • Paper presentations
  • Poster & demo session
  • Hackathon

Day 3:

Wednesday, July 8

  • Posters & hackathon lightning talks
  • Caring & community building panel
  • Award ceremony
  • Closing remarks
  • Limited MIT group tours (preregistration required)

Speakers

Keynote and featured speakers will be announced soon

Venue & Travel

Join us at MIT's iconic Stata Center

Building 32 — Stata Center

The Ray and Maria Stata Center is home to MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL). Designed by Frank Gehry, it is one of the most recognizable buildings on campus.

Address:
32 Vassar Street
Cambridge, MA 02139

Getting Here

  • By air: Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), ~15 min by taxi/rideshare
  • By subway: MBTA Red Line to Kendall/MIT station, 10-minute walk
  • By car: Paid parking available in nearby MIT garages
  • Hotels: Several options within walking distance in Kendall Square and Central Square

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should attend?

The summit is designed for educators, policymakers, instructional designers, researchers, students, and anyone passionate about computing education and mobile app development.

Do I need programming experience?

No! The summit offers sessions for all levels, from absolute beginners to advanced developers. Day 1 workshops are specifically tailored to different experience levels.

Will sessions be recorded?

Select keynotes and talks will be recorded and made available after the event.

Can I present or lead a session?

Yes! See our Call for Papers for details on submitting papers and posters. Follow MIT App Inventor for announcements.

Sponsors

Interested in sponsoring? Get in touch

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