THE Journal Announces 2024 Product of the Year Winners

Seventeen companies were selected as winners for their product achievements.

THE Journal has announced the winners of its 2024 Product of the Year Awards. Since 2020, these awards have recognized outstanding product development achievements of manufacturers and suppliers whose products or services are considered to be particularly noteworthy in the transformation of education technology.

This year, 17 companies were recognized across multiple categories for their impact in higher education. A full list of winners is available here.

"Our 2024 Product Award winners are being recognized for their vital contributions to enhancing teaching, learning, and administration in the education field," said Rhea Kelly, editor-in-chief of THE Journal. "Congratulations to the outstanding products and solutions that have made a remarkable difference this year."

Information about the 2025 THE Journal Product of the Year Awards will be available at THEJournal.com in late 2025.

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