Universidad Rey Juan Carlos · Madrid, Spain
FTICSE 2026 is the 31st Annual ACM Conference on Future in Technology and Innovation in Computer Science Education. It brings together computing educators, researchers, and practitioners from around the world to share innovations in teaching and learning computer science.
The conference will be held in-person at the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (URJC), Madrid Campus in Vicálvaro, Madrid, Spain.
At least one author of each accepted submission must attend the conference.
| Role | Person | Institution |
|---|---|---|
| General Chair | Angel Velazquez-Iturbide | Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Spain |
| General Chair | Jaime Fuentes | University of Massachusetts-Amherst, USA |
| General Chair | Quintin Cutts | University of Glasgow, UK |
| Program Chair | Keith Quille | Technological University Dublin, Ireland |
| Program Chair | Stephen Cooper | University of Nebraska-Lincoln, USA |
| Treasurer / Registrar | Sean Russell | University College Dublin, Ireland |
| Supporter Liaison | Bedour Alshaigy | Uppsala University, Sweden |
| DC Chairs | Monica Divitini & Mark Guzdial | NTNU, Norway / University of Michigan, USA |
31st Annual ACM Conference on Future in Technology and Innovation in Computer Science Education
The ACM Conference on Future in Technology and Innovation in Computer Science Education (FTICSE) is one of the premier venues for computing education research. Since 1996, FTICSE has brought together educators and researchers to discuss innovative approaches to teaching and learning in computer science and related disciplines.
FTICSE 2026 is the 31st edition of this conference. The event will be held in person from March 12–16, 2026 at the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos in Madrid, Spain.
The conference features full research papers, posters, working groups, panels, a doctoral consortium, and tips/techniques/courseware sessions — providing diverse opportunities to share and discuss computing education innovations.
Peer-reviewed full papers presenting original research in computing education.
12 collaborative working groups tackling current challenges in computing education, meeting before and during the conference.
Interactive sessions for sharing emerging ideas and facilitating broader discussions.
A dedicated mentorship program for PhD students in computing education research.
Practical sessions showcasing proven teaching strategies and educational materials.
All proceedings are 100% open access through ACM in 2026. APC: $250 (ACM/SIG members) / $350 (non-members).
Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (URJC) was founded in 1997 and is one of Madrid's major public universities. The conference takes place on the Madrid Campus in Vicálvaro.
Address: Paseo de los Artilleros s/n, Vicálvaro, Madrid, Spain
Metro: Vicálvaro Station, Line 9 (purple line)
Train: Vicálvaro Station, Lines C-2 and C-7
Bus (EMT): Lines N7 and E3 from Avda. Felipe II (Goya area); also Lines 4, 100, 106, 130
Spain's vibrant capital — culture, history, and world-class connectivity
Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain, home to more than 3.4 million inhabitants. It serves as Spain's industrial and financial center and is a world-class cultural hub — with world-renowned museums, excellent cuisine, and a lively social scene.
The city enjoys excellent connectivity via the AVE high-speed rail network to Barcelona, Seville, Valencia, and other major Spanish cities, as well as direct international flights from across the globe.
Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport (MAD) is located 13 km from the city center and has 4 terminals. It is one of Europe's busiest airports with extensive global connections.
Metro Line 8 (pink line) connects the airport to Nuevos Ministerios downtown in approximately 15 minutes.
~30 min from T1, ~40 min from T4; departs every 15–20 min (daytime) and every 35 min (night). Fare: €5, purchased on board.
Fixed price of €33 for journeys within the M-30 ring road to central Madrid.
Public Transport
Madrid has an extensive metro, bus, and suburban rail (Cercanías) network. The Metro is the easiest way to navigate the city.
Ride-Sharing: Cabify, Uber, and Bolt all operate in Madrid.
Bike Sharing: BiciMAD electric bike-share scheme is available throughout the city.
Tourist Travel Pass: A multi-day public transport pass is available — see esmadrid.com.
Currency is the Euro (€). Cards are widely accepted. Tipping is optional — rounding up 5–10% is courteous.
Type F or C outlets; 230V / 50Hz. Bring an adapter if your devices use a different plug type.
Small shops typically close midday (~14:00–17:30). Larger retailers may stay open. Weekend hours vary.
Madrid is generally very safe. Avoid displaying conference badges in tourist areas to reduce pickpocket risk.
Supporting computing education research and innovation
FTICSE 2026 is proudly supported by the following institutions:
Support FTICSE 2026 and connect your organisation with the global computing education community. All tiers include logo and URL placement in announcements, the program, and on this website, plus the opportunity to distribute materials to attendees electronically.