Betchablog

Chris works tirelessly to promote the meaningful application of ICT in education - that is, ICT that supports learning and is closely connected to curriculum. His blog includes not only commentary on current and upcoming issues, but his support work such as video tutorials, podcasts etc are an incredibly useful source of information for his colleagues who work in this field, particularly in Australia where Chris's knowledge of our curriculum and education-context issues are very valuable.

Chris can always be counted upon to share his knowledge and support learning not only with students, but with staff and other colleagues working in this field.

Mira Danon-Baird
ICT Instructional Technology & Training Manager PK-12
Trinity Grammar School, Summer Hill, Sydney
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Also nominated by Stu Hasic

Chris Betcher's blog and podcast site "The Virtual Staffroom" is a must-visit for all educators interested in furthering their 21st century learning and teaching skills. Chris always challenges his readers with regular, thought-provoking articles and podcasts and as a practising teacher, he models the best for others to follow. Always sharing, always caring, Chris is a teacher's teacher - certainly one of the best that Australia has to offer.
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Also nominated by Shane Roberts

Chris is a great source of information and ideas and has been for years. I think one of Chris's great contributions is his generosity to a wide range of people. He is always happy to share ideas; he is always interesting and he is usually ahead of the wave!!
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Also nominated by Audrey Nay

Chris, an Adobe education leader and awesome Aussie teacher, inspires other teachers to learn about learning. Chris has a high regard of the importance of building trust in the relationship between himself and his students. He is at the forefront of trialling inspiring and innovative strategies and technologies. He seeks to learn and share his learning broadly through his blog and since October 2006, through the use of his podcasts at The Virtual Classroom. He collaborates with teachers globally encouraging deep discussions and the sharing of knowledge and advice. Chris is a highly respected educational leader and is highly regarded having a following of over 2490 twitter friends. Chris has been nominated in different categories for his extremely influential blog.