International Contribution Award
* SELF-NOMINATIONS ARE NOT ALLOWED
Purpose
The International Contribution Award recognizes a person who has, over a substantial period of time, made significant contributions to the field of educational communications and technology internationally and has shown outstanding leadership across national boundaries and in international settings.
Eligibility
- A current member of AECT at the time of the nomination
- A current member of the International Division at the time of the nomination
- Recognized records of contributions to the international field in educational communications and technology over five years
- Evidence of extraordinary service to the profession (evidence of publications, projects, leadership or teaching)
Review Criteria
- Nomination by a member of AECT with the description of the nominee’s impact on the international educational arena.
- A letter of support by at least one additional AECT member.
- Candidate’s Portfolio/CV link
Selection
The International Division Award Committee will review nominations and select a recipient.
Nomination Procedures
No self-nomination. To prepare for a nomination, click the online nomination link on the Awards page. Written statements in the nomination should describe how the candidate meets the eligibility and other criteria for the award. The principal nominator should complete the Nomination Information column in the electronic form and provide information about him/herself as the first required reference. The principal nominator needs to provide the information about the second required reference, including at least the full name and an email address. AECT will send an email invitation to the references for a letter of support.
Other Details
- Nature of Award: A plaque of achievement
- Presentation: Presented during the International Division Awards Ceremony
- Funding and Support: AECT Foundation
- Award Management on behalf of AECT: International Division
- Contact: International Division Past President (see International Division Board members)
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