Technology
Stay updated on the latest trends, research, and discussions in the world of technology-based education.
Learn, share, and contribute as we navigate the exciting intersection of technology and education, transforming learning experiences and shaping the future of education.
- Sep- 2024 -16 September
The latest trends for a tech savvy classroom
Careful selection of classroom technology tools and considered use can positively impact student engagement, knowledge retention and participation.
Read More » - 9 September
Makerspace NZ enriching student learning
Tom Barter, HOD Arts and Technology at Saint Kentigern Boys’ School outlines his school’s involvement with Makerspace NZ.
Read More » - Apr- 2024 -8 April
Encouraging collaboration and creativity with AV solutions
Appropriate audio-visual equipment in schools can help foster collaboration, interactivity, communication and creativity.
Read More » - Mar- 2024 -4 March
Encouraging creativity and collaboration with AV equipment
Appropriate audio-visual equipment in schools can help foster collaboration, interactivity, communication and creativity.
Read More » - Sep- 2023 -11 September
Pedagogy for the 21st century
We investigate the latest in classroom tech and unpack how it can be used to strengthen teaching practices, and improve…
Read More » - Aug- 2023 -21 August
Building futures: CNC routers and laser cutters
At the intersection of art and science, find out how these machines can be used for creative expression and a…
Read More » - Jul- 2023 -17 July
Bridging the digital divide with Apple and Te Pūkenga
A new programme run by Apple and Te Pūkenga promises to help bridge the digital divide for Māori learners in…
Read More » - 6 July
OPINION: The red flags around children’s screen time shouldn’t be just about content
Yes, there is such a thing as too much screentime, say paediatric physiotherapist Jullie Cullen and senior research fellow Dr…
Read More » - Apr- 2023 -24 April
Creating that wow factor: broadcasting studios for schools
All kids are creators! Encourage and develop these skills with a professional broadcasting facility at your school.
Read More » - Aug- 2022 -9 August
EdTech solutions bloom in 2022
EdTech has become a booming industry through the pandemic as various technologies stepped up to support different learning styles through…
Read More » - Jul- 2022 -5 July
Amplify learning with video-assisted classrooms
How do you use video content in the classroom? A video-assisted learning (VAL) approach can drive competency across the board…
Read More » - Mar- 2022 -7 March
Underwater STEAM dream on the world stage
There were hurdles along the way, propellers fell off and they had motor problems... but, a group of Hobsonville School…
Read More » - Feb- 2022 -15 February
Hybrid learning – free webinars
The Te Ako ā-Mangarau series aims to help you prepare for this type of teaching, and to develop a resilience…
Read More » - Dec- 2021 -6 December
Māori students design app to improve job-seeking for youth
Five rangatahi are addressing a gap in the market for a platform beyond the limits of traditional CVs, creating more…
Read More » - Nov- 2021 -30 November
Tech storage for 2022 and beyond
Not only does the amount of tech a school now holds provide a security risk of theft, it also inevitably…
Read More » - 22 November
Major improvements to education data for iwi
A new dashboard features the ability to see patterns and trends for learners, making the data more effective at forecasting…
Read More » - 22 November
Algorithms can decide your marks…
Some of the greatest impacts of algorithmic decision-making are in education.
Read More » - 16 November
Tradition carves the way for carpentry apprenticeships
Different cultures weave together in the work of carpentry students as they make traditional Māori weapons, known as taiaha, to…
Read More » - Oct- 2021 -14 October
Innovative online study option for future digital designers
Situating learners in a virtual workplace allows learners to develop practical workplace skills that they can easily apply to the…
Read More » - Aug- 2021 -31 August
Workshopping, laser cutters and CNC routers
The use of lasers has revolutionised the teaching, and associated areas of industry, of many subjects from food technology to…
Read More » - 3 August
Work smarter! But how?
We’re all keen to ‘work smarter’ but what does this mean when it comes to making the classroom a smart…
Read More » - Apr- 2021 -6 April
Mobile phone bans in schools on the rise
More and more New Zealand schools are making the move to go phone-free, after positive benefits to learning have been…
Read More » - 6 April
A brighter future for Freemans Bay School
To date, Freemans Bay School has generated more than 40 MWh of green energy...
Read More » - Mar- 2021 -30 March
Driving simulator in schools helps next gen drivers
A high-tech driving simulator developed in New Zealand for local driving conditions is being piloted in schools in 2021.
Read More » - 30 March
Prime Minister’s trip down school memory lane
Jacinda Ardern paid a visit to her former school, which nears its 50th jubilee, and was reunited with her former…
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