Important Dates

Stay tuned for important updates regarding IMCL2026! Key dates, including submission deadlines, registration periods, and program announcements, are shown in the table. Nevertheless, it’s essential to keep an eye on our communications to ensure you don’t miss any critical information about the conference.

Date Activity
01 Jun 2026Submission of Special Session proposals
07 Jun 2026Submission of structured abstracts (for full and short papers) for the main conference
07 Jun 2026Notification of acceptance and announcement of Special Sessions
14 Jun 2026Notification of acceptance for abstracts for the main conference
13 Jul 2026Upload and submission of:
(i) complete papers for all submission types
(ii) proposals for round tables, workshops, tutorials
27 Jul 2026Notification of acceptance
21 Sep 2026Camera-ready due/Final upload
21 Sep 2026Author registration
12 Nov 2026Conference Opening

IMCL Main Conference

Call for Papers

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Overview

The 17th International Conference on Intelligent Multimodal Communication and Learning Technologies (IMCL2026) focuses on “Artificial Intelligence in Education, Learning and Research”, highlighting the transformative role of AI and multimodal technologies in creating adaptive, interactive, and inclusive learning environments, while advancing human-computer interaction, accessibility, and data-driven education. It brings together researchers, educators, developers, and policy makers to foster innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the development of cutting-edge AI-driven solutions for teaching, learning, and research.

Conference Proceedings

All paper and short paper submissions are subject to a double blind reviewing process. Only accepted and presented papers will appear in the proceedings if they have been uploaded before the deadlines.

The conference proceedings will be published as IMCL2026 Proceedings in the Springer series "Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems". The books of this series are indexed by SCOPUS, INSPEC, WTI Frankfurt eG, zbMATH, SCImago and are submitted for consideration to Web of Science. Selected award papers will be recommended for publication in the International Journal of Interactive Mobile Technologies (iJIM), the International Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning (iJET) and the International Journal for Online Engineering (iJOE).

Topics of Interest

Multimodal and AI-Driven Learning Technologies
  • Multimodal Inputs and Outputs
  • Conversational AI and Intelligent Agents
  • Context-Aware and Adaptive Interfaces
  • Gesture-Based and Multimodal Interaction
  • Multilingual and Cross-cultural Learning Systems
  • Augmented, Virtual, Mixed and Extended Reality (XR)
  • AI and Machine Learning for Adaptive Learning
  • Multimodal Content Creation and Delivery
Intelligent Learning Systems and Infrastructures
  • Artificial Intelligence in Education
  • Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs)
  • Learning Analytics and Educational Data Mining
  • Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and Smart Interfaces
  • Wearables and Internet of Things (IoT) in Learning
  • Interoperability and Data Standards in Education
  • Micro-credentials and Digital Credentials
Applications and Practices in AI-Enhanced Learning
  • Personalized and Adaptive Learning
  • AI-driven Assessment and Feedback
  • Human-AI Collaboration in Learning and Research
  • Corporate Training and Professional Development
  • Assistive and Inclusive Learning Technologies
  • Smart Classrooms and Virtual Learning Environments
  • Gamification and Serious Games
  • Online Learning and Digital Education Platforms
Challenges, Ethics and Future Directions
  • Data Privacy, Security and Trust
  • Ethical and Responsible AI in Education
  • Bias and Fairness in AI Systems
  • AI Governance and Policy in Education
  • 5G, Edge Computing and Scalable Learning Systems
  • AI-driven Emotional Intelligence and Affective Computing
  • Immersive and Metaverse Learning Spaces

IMCL Special Sessions

Call for Proposals

Here you propose to organize a special session to which – if it's accepted – other authors may later submit research papers.

Overview

Special sessions, held in parallel with the general conference, are an integral part of the conference. They provide researchers in focused areas the opportunity to meet and present their work, and offer a forum for interaction among the broader community of technology-enhanced learning, and online engineering world-wide. Special sessions papers are required to meet the same standards as papers in the general conference and are published in the same conference proceedings.

Topics of interest are in all areas of mobile learning and similar to main conference topics.

Proposals must be submitted to the ConfTool® Submission Server. Special Session papers will be reviewed by at least two members of the special session's program committee, and acceptance decisions will be made by the conference program co-chairs and Special Sessions Chair. Organizers of special sessions will work closely with the Special Sessions Chair, and are expected to respond promptly and communicate regularly in order to maximize the potential impact of the track. Proposals must be made using the special session proposal template (including the necessary information, such as title, organizer(s), special session's program committee, etc.). If the proposal will be accepted, it will be used as basis for the call for special session papers.

A special session will include at least 5 papers and the review process is under the responsibility of the person organizing the special session (i.e. session chair). In that case we offer a discount in the registration fee to one special session chair. Special session that fails to attract enough papers will be merged into the general conference or suitable alternative session.

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