American Educational Research Association

American Educational Research Association
Formation1916 (1916)
Headquarters1430 K Street
Washington, D.C., U.S.
Membership25,000+ (as of 2025)
2025-2026 President
Maisha T. Winn
Executive Director
Tabbye M. Chavous
Websitewww.aera.net

The American Educational Research Association (AERA, /ˈɛərə/, AIR) is a professional organization representing education researchers in the United States and around the world.

Founded in 1916, the organization represents a range of disciplines, including education, psychology, statistics, sociology, history, economics, philosophy, anthropology, and political science.

AERA reports a membership of approximately 25,000 education researchers, including scientists, teachers, students, administrators, and policy professionals.

AERA's mission is to advance knowledge about education and promote the use of research in educational practices both nationally and abroad.