Virtual and online conferences opened up K-12 PD to teachers and leaders who could never travel — rural educators, adjunct staff, teachers in single-classroom subjects, and school leaders juggling too much to leave the building. Even as in-person events have rebounded, virtual conferences have kept a permanent place in the calendar. The events in this category run fully online, and they range from free vendor-hosted summits (Google Certified Educator, Microsoft Education Live, Apple Distinguished Educator) to paid virtual conferences from major associations, to companion streams of in-person events. Attendees pick and choose sessions across time zones, revisit recordings, and interact through chat and virtual booths. Sessions typically compress in-person content into shorter, more focused segments — 25–45 minutes rather than 60–75. If you can't travel, if your district doesn't fund travel PD, or if you want to sample an event before committing to attend in person, the virtual conferences on this page are worth putting on your calendar. Combine this filter with any content-area topic filter to see virtual events in your specific area.
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Frequently asked questions
Are virtual K-12 conferences free?
Many are, especially vendor-hosted summits from Google, Microsoft, Apple, and Canvas. Association-run virtual conferences are usually paid but at a fraction of in-person cost.
Do virtual conferences offer PD credit?
Most do — attendance certificates and CEU documentation are standard. Confirm your state licensure body accepts virtual PD hours; nearly all now do.
Can I revisit sessions later?
Yes, most virtual conferences offer session recordings for 30–90 days after the event. Some vendor summits keep them permanently in a free library.
Which virtual K-12 conferences are best for classroom teachers?
Vendor summits from Google, Microsoft, and Apple; Edcamp virtual events; and virtual editions of BETT, FETC, and ISTELive are all strong choices for teachers.
How do I find only virtual events on this directory?
Use the Virtual / Online topic filter on the main directory, and combine it with a content-area filter (e.g. AI & Emerging Tech + Virtual / Online) to narrow further.