SELF-NOMINATIONS ARE ALLOWED.
Purpose:
The award recognizes members who have provided exemplary long-term service and leadership to AECT above and beyond expectations. The award was created to honor AECT Past President J. Michael Spector in recognition of his extraordinary commitment, leadership and service to the organization.
Eligibility:
AECT member for at least 10 years.
Actively involved in various activities and leadership roles in AECT.
Previous honors and recognition within the organization.
Cannot be a current member of the AECT Board of Directors or the AECT Awards Committee.
Review Criteria:
Recipients of this award demonstrate exemplary service and sustained active participation in AECT activities including initiatives and contributions originated by the nominee. Candidates likely will have received other service awards for earlier efforts.
Selection:
Nominations are coordinated, reviewed and recipients selected initially by the AECT Awards Committee which forwards names of award recipients to the AECT Executive Committee for confirmation. An award review sub-committee led by a member of the AECT Awards Committee and comprised of award committee members and non-members including a previous award recipient forwards recommendations to the Chair. No more than 2 awards are given annually.
Nomination Procedures:
To submit a nomination, click the online nomination form displayed below. Before entering and submitting, review the form and then have all information prepared in advance. Include any additional materials as directed Comments from at least one and up to a preferred three references is requested. Required contact information for the references includes name and email address along with additional information. Once submitted, an email will be sent to each reference requesting comments via a link in the message.
Nomination Form: Submit nomination
Nature of Award: Plaque
Presentation: Awards Ceremony during a General Session at the AECT annual convention.
Funding and Support: AECT
Nominations due by: May 27, 2024
Award Management on behalf of AECT: AECT Awards Committee
Contact : AECT Awards Committee