The 20th EATEL Summer School on Technology Enhanced Learning 2026
Sunny Beach, Burgas, Bulgaria | 16-24 May, 2026
From the JTELSS Organization Committee
Welcome to the sponsorship page for the 20th EATEL Summer School on Technology Enhanced Learning – JTELSS 2026! This year, we are thrilled to announce that JTELSS will be held on the Black Sea coast, in the beautiful destination of Sunny Beach, Bulgaria, from May 16 to May 24, 2026. As one of Europe’s leading events in technology-enhanced learning, JTELSS 2026 promises to be a significant gathering, typically drawing around 100 participants from diverse academic backgrounds, including PhD students, researchers, practitioners, representatives of EdTech industry, and policy makers.
JTELSS is a meeting ground for researchers, educators, practitioners, and industry professionals working at the intersection of technology and learning. The summer school brings together the European research community with international collaborators, creating opportunities for networking, learning, knowledge exchange, and professional collaboration.
We are reaching out to organizations and companies that might be interested in sponsoring our event. Therefore, we have designed various sponsorship options to accommodate different levels of visibility and engagement. While we have pre-set packages, we are also open to flexible arrangements that work best for you.
We invite you to explore these opportunities and consider joining us as a sponsor for JTELSS 2026. Your support will not only enhance the summer school experience but will also provide valuable exposure for your organization within this dynamic and growing field of educational technology and learning innovation.
Call for Sponsors
Sponsor Technology Enhanced Learning for Europe and beyond! Support the 20th EATEL Summer School on Technology Enhanced Learning 2026!
Sponsorship tiers
The amounts listed next to each sponsorship tier indicate the minimum contribution required to qualify for that tier, with higher contributions applied to the corresponding higher tiers.
| Tier | Amount | Attendance passes | Ad in | Exhibition booth | Event Slot | Link on website | Logo placement | Recognition *grouped |
Promotional material in welcome packets |
| FRIEND | € 1,000 | – | website | program | |||||
| SUPPORTER | € 2,000 | – | website | program | ✔️ | ||||
| BRONZE | € 4,000 | 1 | ✔️ | website | program, social media posts | ✔️ | |||
| SILVER | € 8,000 | 2 | program | ✔️ | ✔️ | website, signage | program, social media posts, printed material, ceremonies * | ✔️ | |
| GOLD | € 15,000 | 3 | program, digital materials | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | website, signage | program, social media posts, printed material, ceremonies, EATEL promotional communication | ✔️ |
| PLATINUM | € 30,000 | 5 | program, digital materials | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | website, signage, venue displays | program, social media posts, printed material, ceremonies, EATEL promotional communication, EATEL newsletter | ✔️ |
Marketing & Promotional Benefits:
- Logo on JTELSS website
- Recognition in the official JTELSS program
Marketing & Promotional Benefits:
- FRIEND benefits
- Promotional material in JTELSS welcome packets
Event Benefits:
- 1 complimentary full-attendance pass
- Logo placement with hyperlink on the JTELSS website
- Recognition in the official JTELSS program
Marketing & Promotional Benefits:
- SUPPORTER benefits
- Promotional materials included in JTELSS attendee welcome packets
- Social media mention within featured posts on JTELSS or EATEL social media pages
Event Benefits:
- BRONZE benefits
- One more complimentary full-attendance pass
- Exhibition booth with power supply and WiFi
- Grouped recognition in the JTELSS opening or closing ceremony
Marketing & Promotional Benefits:
- BRONZE benefits
- Quarter-page advertisement in the official JTELSS program
- Logo placement on JTELSS signage
- Social media recognition through featured posts on JTELSS or EATEL social media pages
Event Benefits:
- SILVER benefits
- One more complimentary full-attendance pass
- Premium exhibition booth with power supply and WiFi access
- Branded booth signage
- Logo placement on venue displays
- Opportunity to sponsor or co-sponsor one session or workshop (subject to availability)
- Explicit recognition as sponsor in the JTELSS opening or closing ceremony
Marketing & Promotional Benefits:
- SILVER benefits
- Half-page color advertisement in the official JTELSS program and digital materials
- Recognition in EATEL promotional communication
Event Benefits:
- GOLD benefits
- Two more complimentary full-attendance passes
- Exclusive naming rights to one major event (opening reception, keynote session, gala dinner, or networking event)
- Premium exhibition booth with prime location, power supply, and dedicated WiFi
- Custom-branded booth signage
- Opportunity to claim one event spot to host one sponsored workshop, demo session, or panel discussion (30-45 minutes)
- Recognition as featured sponsor in JTELSS opening and closing ceremonies
Marketing & Promotional Benefits:
- GOLD benefits
- Full-page color advertisement in the official JTELSS program and digital materials
- Logo with hyperlink on JTELSS website (homepage priority placement)
- Prominent logo placement on all JTELSS signage and venue displays
- Social media recognition through explicitly featured posts on EATEL or JTELSS social media pages
- Recognition in EATEL Newsletter
Unique Advantage:
- Platinum sponsors enjoy bespoke partnership opportunities. Contact our sponsorship committee to discuss custom arrangements tailored to your organization’s objectives.
📈Why sponsor JTELSS 2026?
Strategic Positioning
Technology-enhanced learning is a European priority. EATEL represents the leading academic network in this field, offering unparalleled access to researchers, innovators, and decision-makers shaping educational technology across the continent.
Research Community
JTELSS 2026 attracts PhD candidates, early-career researchers, established scholars, and industry innovation leaders, representing the full spectrum of TEL expertise and future influence in the field.
Professional Development Context
The summer school format provides intensive, collaborative learning experiences that foster deeper networking and knowledge exchange than traditional summer schools.
☀️Value for sponsors of JTELSS 2026?
Visibility and Reach
Your organization will gain prominent recognition among leading researchers and practitioners in technology-enhanced learning, representing academia, industry, and policy-making institutions across Europe and globally.
Community & Networking
Access to a curated community of thought leaders, educators, and innovators working at the intersection of technology and learning sciences within our dedicated online community and through the opportunity to be featured as a sponsor in the quarterly newsletter.
Brand Association
Align your organization with EATEL’s mission to advance research and practice in technology-enhanced learning, which is a growing and increasingly important field in European education policy and innovation.
Attractive Destination
In addition to its academic program, the event offers a rich social and cultural agenda giving plenty of opportunities to network and connect with the participants. The summer school usually features a half-day tour to a nearby town or city and a full-day excursion to natural or cultural attractions in the region.
Multi-Day Format
The 8-day summer school format extends engagement opportunities and fosters deeper professional relationships.
👩🎓Who is attending JTELSS?
Doctoral Researchers
PhD candidates in education, learning sciences and related fields are the main target audience of the event
Academic Researchers
Researchers in education, learning sciences, educational technology, computer science, and related fields
Educational Technology Practitioners and EdTech Companies
Professionals and organizations involved in developing and implementing technology-enhanced learning solutions across schools, universities, and corporate training environments.
International Academic Networks
Researchers participating in European and global research collaborations
Publishers and Educational Content Providers
Companies creating learning materials and digital resources
Policy Makers and Educational Leaders
Government officials and institutional leaders shaping educational technology adoption
⭐JTELSS highlights
- Keynote Sessions from leading international researchers and practitioners
- Hands-on Workshops on cutting-edge TEL topics and research methods
- Poster and Demo Sessions, where participants present their work
- Networking Events, including welcome reception and gala dinner
- Exhibition Area for company showcases and product demonstrations
- Professional Development opportunities for academics and practitioners
- Cultural Experiences and social activities
Contact & Next Steps
We welcome conversations with organizations passionate about advancing technology-enhanced learning and education innovation.
To express interest or discuss customized sponsorship arrangements:
Prof. Kairit Tammets
EATEL Secretary
Email: board[at]ea-tel.eu