11–12 June 2026, Campus de Azurém (Building 11), University of Minho, Guimarães, Portugal
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A space for teachers, researchers, and professionals to share ideas and tools for programming education.
Computer programming is fascinating but often really challenging to learn. Teachers struggle to find effective ways to teach programming languages and build problem-solving skills, while students frequently feel lost and unmotivated. ICPEC, now in its 7th edition, is a space for teachers, researchers, and professionals to come together and share fresh ideas, best practices, and new tools to make learning programming easier and more engaging.
The rapid rise of Artificial Intelligence introduces new issues—algorithmic bias, data privacy, ethical concerns—while gamification serves as a motivational trigger. We address how AI shapes our society, ensuring future programmers are not only technically skilled but also prepared for the ethical and social questions of an AI-driven world.
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School of Media Arts and Design, Polytechnic Institute of Porto
Ricardo Queirós is a Professor at the School of Media Arts and Design of the Polytechnic Institute of Porto and a researcher in the fields of computer science education, educational technologies, and digital learning. Holding a PhD in Computer Science, his work has focused on innovative approaches to programming education, technology-enhanced learning, and the development of educational platforms and tools.
Throughout his career, Ricardo has led and participated in numerous national and international research and innovation projects, fostering collaboration between academia, industry, and educational institutions. He is also the author and co-author of more than a dozen books and educational resources in the areas of programming, educational technologies, and computer science education, contributing significantly to the dissemination of knowledge and best practices in these fields.
A panel on emerging technologies, education, and the skills needed for the future — with perspectives from academia, industry, and public institutions.
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Pedagogical Innovation Center, Polytechnic of Porto
European Commission, Belgium
University of Minho, Portugal
University of Minho, Portugal
The peer-reviewed programme for ICPEC 2026 is now available. Explore every accepted paper with full author list and abstract before the conference.
Programming education from AI and tools to pedagogy, accessibility, and immersive learning.
Conference chairs, steering, and local organising committees behind ICPEC 2026.
Full and short papers on programming education. Peer-reviewed, indexed, and published in OASIcs.
Ongoing work, well anchored in the literature.
Complete work with validation or discussion.
Students' papers (not accepted for conference publication) can be accepted for poster presentation.
Scope: Author registration applies to accepted Short and Full papers. Poster Presentation (without full attendance) is free.
Poster Presentations: Poster presentations will not be published in the conference proceedings. They will have a dedicated poster session for presentation.
Additional Papers: The 195€ fee covers the publication of a single paper. For each additional paper, an extra 80€ must be added to the registration cost.
Mandatory Registration: At least one author of each accepted paper must register as an Author to ensure the paper is included in the conference program and proceedings.
What's Included: Each registration covers admission for one person to all sessions, keynotes, coffee breaks, and materials.
Payment: After registering, you will receive an email in the following days with payment details (amount due and bank transfer instructions). No payment is required at the time of registration.
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The Best Paper will be invited to submit an extended version for a special issue of a SCImago Journal (the journal will be announced soon). A distinction for Best Poster will also be awarded.
Venue
Conference sessions take place at Building 11, Campus de Azurém, Guimarães. Hosted by the DSI — Information Systems Department, part of the University of Minho.
DSI — Information Systems Department
University of Minho, School of Engineering
Building 11, Campus de Azurém
Alameda da Universidade, 4800-058 Guimarães, Portugal
Open in Google Maps →Locate Building 11 on the Campus de Azurém map. For more detail, see the UMinho on-campus guide.
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