Proceedings of the 2026 International Conference on Primary Education (ICOPE 2026)

2026 International Conference on Primary Education (ICOPE 2026)

📍Yogyakarta, Indonesia🗓️ 6 May 2026
Conference: 2026 International Conference on Primary Education (ICOPE 2026)
Date: 6 May 2026
Location: Yogyakarta, Indonesia (Online)
Website: https://icope.upy.ac.id/

Dear distinguished Authors and Guests,

The organizing committee warmly welcome you to The International Conference on Primary Education (ICOPE), held on May 6th, 2026 in Yogyakarta, Indonesia virtually.

This year, we proudly carry the theme: “Advancing Educational Innovation through Creative, Cultural, and Religious Values for Inclusive and Resilient Generations.” This conference is designed as a platform for scholars, educators, and practitioners from diverse backgrounds to exchange ideas, share research findings, and collaboratively explore innovative approaches in primary education. We believe that integrating creativity, cultural richness, and religious values plays a crucial role in shaping inclusive and resilient future generations. Ladies and gentlemen, We are pleased to report that this conference has received an enthusiastic response from both national and international communities. A total of 81 presenters have registered and submitted their papers, representing contributions from both domestic and international participants. In addition, we are delighted to welcome approximately 300 participants, consisting of students, lecturers, and teachers, who have joined us in this academic forum. Furthermore, we are deeply honored to have five distinguished keynote speakers from five different countries: Indonesia, Taiwan, the Philippines, Thailand, and Chile. Their expertise and insights will undoubtedly enrich our perspectives and broaden our understanding of global educational practices. For today’s program, the conference will be conducted in two main sessions. The morning session will feature presentations from our esteemed keynote speakers. Meanwhile, in the afternoon session, we will have parallel presentations from the 22 selected presenters, which will be organized into seven breakout rooms. Although this conference is conducted virtually through Zoom Meeting, we are truly encouraged by the high level of enthusiasm and participation shown by all attendees. This demonstrates our shared commitment to advancing education despite geographical and technological boundaries.

Therefore, to support this, Universitas PGRI Yogyakarta held an international conference and Call for Papers The International Conference on Primary Education (ICOPE) hosted by Universitas PGRI Yogyakarta. This year, we proudly carry the theme: “Advancing Educational Innovation through Creative, Cultural, and Religious Values for Inclusive and Resilient Generations” on May 6th, 2026.

On behalf of The The International Conference on Primary Education (ICOPE), we would like to thank all the authors that contributed to this conference. We would like to extend our special gratitude to the Speaker who support this conference.

1) Prof. Roberto Araya, Ph.D. – University of Chile, Chile (Speaker)
2) Dr. Ave Maria P. Genodia – Ilolio State University, Philippines (Speaker)
3) Dr. Yun-Ping Ge – National Taipei University of Education, Taiwan (Speaker)
4) Dr. Kritsachai Somsaman – Maker Jam Director, Origimon, Creative Space Thailand (Speaker)
5) Assoc Prof. Dr. Rina Dyah Rahmawati, S.Si., M.Pd. – Universitas PGRI Yogyakarta, Indonesia (Speaker)

And for information, that the number of papers presented by the presenters at this conference was 22 papers. After the peer review process, the submitted papers were selected on the basis of originality, significance and clarity for the purpose of the conference.

Distinguished visitors, let me express, in the name of the Organizing Committee, our most sincere wish that the conference results constituted significant contribution to the knowledge in these up to date scientific field. And We will commit ourselves to make this conference more and more professional with fully and enjoyable academic research and discussion platform for authors and attendees. Sincerely as always, we look forward to your attention and support to the next International Conference on Primary Education (ICOPE).

Thank you.

May 2026

Taufik Muhtarom
Chairperson of the Committee