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International · 2026

Empowering teachers,
transforming classrooms.

The International Teacher Action Research Competition is a global platform for educators to share classroom-based research, evidence of impact and teaching innovation.

Submit your research →Read guidelines
10
Competition categories
4
Participation types
100
Evaluation points
Teachers collaborating around a classroom table reviewing research
Official theme
Empowering Teachers, Transforming Classrooms, Inspiring Global Education
About ITARC

Teachers as reflective researchers.

ITARC promotes action research as a systematic, practical approach to improving teaching and learning. Educators identify real classroom issues, design interventions, implement them, and present evidence of impact.

01
Identify

Surface a real teaching and learning issue grounded in your classroom context.

02
Intervene

Design and implement an evidence-based intervention or innovation.

03
Reflect

Collect evidence of impact and reflect on changes in professional practice.

10 Categories

Find where your research belongs.

From classroom action research to AI in education, ITARC welcomes work across the full breadth of teaching practice.

01

Classroom Action Research

Real classroom interventions for engagement, motivation and performance.

02

Teaching Innovation

Gamification, project-based and student-centred learning approaches.

03

AI in Education

Using artificial intelligence for learning, assessment and feedback.

04

TVET Action Research

Competency-based training and industry-related learning research.

05

Digital Learning

LMS, multimedia and online environments that improve learning.

06

STEM Education

Innovation in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

07

Language Education

Reading, writing, speaking, listening, vocabulary and grammar.

08

Inclusive Education

Support for diverse learners, abilities and learning challenges.

09

Assessment Innovation

Better feedback, performance and assessment practices.

10

Early Career Research

Action research by trainee and novice teachers.

Submission

What you need to submit.

All materials are uploaded through the official submission link. Files must be complete, readable and submitted before the deadline.

  • 01Action Research Paper
  • 02Research Poster (A1)
  • 03Presentation Slides
  • 04Video Presentation
  • 05Evidence of Implementation
  • 06Proof of Payment
  • 07Participant Information Form
Evaluation

Judged on rigour, impact and reflection.

CriterionMarks
Problem & objectives10
Literature & framework10
Methodology15
Implementation15
Findings & impact20
Reflection10
Originality10
Creativity & innovation5
Presentation quality5
Total100
Awards

Grand, Gold, Silver, Bronze — plus special category recognitions.

  • Grand Award
  • Gold Award
  • Silver Award
  • Bronze Award
  • Best Classroom Innovation
  • Best Action Research Paper
  • Best AI in Education
  • Best TVET Research
Registration Fee

Transparent pricing for every participant.

CategoryLocalInternational
Individual ParticipantRM 150USD 40
Group Participant (2–5)RM 250USD 70
Student / Trainee TeacherRM 100USD 30
Institutional PackageRM 600USD 180

Fees cover registration, review, e-certificate, presentation access, award eligibility and inclusion in the ITARC digital record.

Important Dates

Key milestones.

Full schedule to be announced. Subscribe via the Secretariat to receive updates.

  1. Phase 01
    Registration Opens
    To be announced
  2. Phase 02
    Submission Deadline
    To be announced
  3. Phase 03
    Evaluation Period
    To be announced
  4. Phase 04
    Final Presentation
    To be announced
  5. Phase 05
    Result Announcement
    To be announced
  6. Phase 06
    Award Ceremony
    To be announced
Join ITARC 2026

Turn your classroom into research that travels.

Registration opens soon. Reach out to the Secretariat for early access, institutional packages and partner opportunities.

Contact the SecretariatReview submission checklist