We welcomed 30,000+ of the global education community including education changemakers and innovative EdTech providers, game-changing governments and charities, over 2000 children, 300 world-class speakers…and most important of all, you!
BETT 2024 HIGHLIGHTS
Beloved former presenter of the iconic children's TV programmes Playschool and PlayAway - Baroness Floella Benjamin opened the final day of Bett 2024.
We welcomed back Dan Fitzpatrick - also known as The AI Educator - as he explored insights and strategies for harnessing AI in education.
After an exclusive book signing, Michael Rosen rejoined the Arena stage for Kids Judge Bett where students will announce the winning exhibitors of the week!
Students from National Star College, the charity of Further Education institutions for learners with disabilities, explored the profound impact of technology on their lives.
The launch of the 2024 research project, understanding where our schools are now on their technology journeys.
Tech prodigy, Namya Joshi
16-year-old Minecraft ambassador detailed how she inspired thousands of teachers and learners to use game-based learning within their curriculum.
Tackling bias with Alex Scott MBE
An inspirational role model for many, former Lioness Alex Scott MBE, talked about overcoming racism and sexism to succeed in a male-dominated sport.
Explore Global Futures
The Global Futures stage looked at language learning and questions (controversially) if it's needed in the age of AI. We ended the day with a fantastic networking event celebrating women in EdTech.
Ukraine Panel Session
A Ukraine panel took to the Ahead by Bett Auditorium to discuss how to be resilient in education, innovations and EdTech in the midst of war.
Tech in schools with Jeffrey Boakye
Author, educator and broadcaster, Jeffrey Boakye shared his thoughts on the principles that underpin curriculum design alongside wider approaches to technology in schools.
Esports arena
Insightful workshops, networking sessions, discussions from leading professionals and how to take steps to introduce esports facilities into your own learning environments.
Louis Theroux interviewed Loyle Carner
The Arena was packed out for our WORLD EXCLUSIVE interview with Louis Theroux and Loyle Carner! Exploring social inclusion in schools, neurodiversity and the ADHD cookery school Loyle founded, it was truly inspirational.
TableTalks and Tech User Labs
We launched our brand new programmes, TableTalks and Tech User Labs. With powerful peer to peer discussions and world-class EdTech demos, all taking place under one roof, the collaboration was high!
Jason Arday and Charlene White
Arena host Charlene White took to the stage with renowned sociologist Jason Arday to discuss the role of technology in supporting a more diverse, inclusive and socially-just education system.
Lee Parkinson - Mr P ICT
Lee Parkinson, the popular blogger known as Mr P ICT, spoke about how emerging technology, such as language-based AI models, can save teachers significant time with different admin tasks.
Design 4SDGs Challenge
A true crowd favourite! Giving students the opportunity to learn about the UN Sustainable Development Goals, the finalists took to the stage to pitch their projects to the judges. Thank you to everyone who took part!
Ahead by Bett
Ahead by Bett was a real crowd pleaser this year as educators and EdTechs debated the hot topic of Artificial Intelligence with Donald Clark from Plan B Learning, Futures of Education Consultant and Thought Leader, Carla Aerts, senior leaders at Microsoft and so many more!
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