The world of education has been transformed dramatically in the past 40 years, but one thing remains constant: the dedication and resilience of teachers. Day after day, in classrooms around the globe, educators rise to meet the demands of ever-changing policies, limited resources, and the immense challenge of preparing young minds for a future we can barely imagine.
At Bett, we understand that educators face extraordinary challenges, not just in managing the daily pressures of the classroom but also in reimagining what education should look like in a rapidly evolving world. As we celebrate 40 years of game-changing innovation, we’re more committed than ever to supporting teachers as they drive better education, globally.
The Evolution of Bett
Bett began in 1985 as the British Educational Training and Technology Show, a small exhibition showcasing the earliest examples of technology designed for the classroom. Back then, the promise of technology in education was still an ambitious dream. A handful of clunky computers hinted at possibilities that were yet to be fully realised.
Fast forward to today, and Bett is the largest global gathering of educators and innovators, a thriving community rooted in four decades of collaboration, curiosity and shared purpose. With its flagship event in London and additional gatherings in São Paulo, Brazil, and Malaysia, Bett has connected with educators worldwide, positively impacting millions of learners along the way.
Over the years, Bett has become much more than a technology showcase. It’s now a platform for exploring how innovation, and those driving it, can genuinely improve teaching and learning. As we mark our 40th anniversary, we celebrate not only the evolution of EdTech but also the educators who have been at the heart of this change. Bett is, and will always be, about people: the teachers shaping futures, the leaders setting bold visions, and the innovators crafting solutions to our most pressing challenges.