GOTAFE Trainer named finalist in Victorian Training Awards
GOTAFE Trainer and Assessor Agriculture Megan Dodd has been named a finalist in the Teacher/Trainer of the Year category in the 2024 Victorian Training Awards.
The nomination underscores GOTAFE’s leading role in agriculture vocational education and training.
Executive Director Education Luke Surace said GOTAFE is honoured to be represented at the awards.
“We are so proud of Megan and her dedication to student experience and improving access to education,” he said.
“Megan puts students and their learning at the centre of everything she does in her role as a Trainer, whether it is in a classroom or working with industry.
"She is very deserving of the nomination.”
The award is also a nod to Megan’s collaboration with industry stakeholders to develop and deliver courses through TAFE, and the way she recognises challenges and teaches students how to address these.
Megan is a member of various professional bodies, including the Victorian TAFE Association, the National Herd Improvement Association, and Dairy Australia.
Through her involvement in these bodies, Megan is fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence within the VET and agriculture sector.
"I am deeply humbled by the opportunity to be considered for this nomination and am committed to making meaningful contributions to the advancement of vocational education and training. My dedication to advancing VET practice and driving positive change within the agriculture industry is unwavering."
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