This award category is for manufacturers, suppliers and wholesales who target the Further Education (FE) sector. Entrants must demonstrate how their ICT product(s) improve learning environments and support student achievement.

Judges are looking for entrants to illustrate:

• The innovative nature of the resource
• The impact on FE learning and the work of the teacher in the classroom, to what extent and in which areas.
• How the product or resource supports or enhances the everyday life or work of teachers, pupils or schools
• Cost-effectiveness in terms of educational aims and results – not just price. Judges will expect to see details of price.
• Each application must be supported by at least two testimonials or case studies from schools or colleges.

N.B. To qualify for the ICT category, non-hardware resources must contain an interactive ICT element for use by pupils during lessons. It is the responsibility of the entrant to persuade the judges as to the suitability of their product in each category. In the event of any query regarding eligibility for any category, the judges’ decision is final.