Education stories - Page 27
Classrooms around New Zealand go digital with Chromebooks
Tue, 31st Mar 2015
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A new digital teaching system is being rolled out across the Far North of New Zealand by a group of principals and educators.
FMA lifts head count to 170 staff as it probes new areas
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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The New Zealand Financial Markets Authority has hired 170 staff and plans to invest in technology to fulfill its regulatory role.
GFI mounts aggressive partner acquisition programme
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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Aggressive partner acquisition programme for GFI Software as it seeks to reinvigorate channel and tap vertical markets.
GFI Software eyes up verticals; key partners
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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GFI Software has set its focus on key verticals – and key partners – across Australia as the software company seeks to ramp up its profile locally.
Samsung offers education solutions for schools
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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Samsung Electronic has announced it is creating an innovative IoT ecosystem at this week's CeBIT conference. #Samsung #IoT #CeBIT2015.
How do ed-tech inventors stay ahead of the competition?
Tue, 17th Mar 2015
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There are a number of ways in which players in the ed-tech space stay agile and keep creating useful tools, says Jeff Fernandez Grovo CEO and founder.
PM Key says Indian FTA would reduce reliance on China
Fri, 13th Mar 2015
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Prime Minister John Key says a free trade agreement with India would help New Zealand reduce its dependence on the Chinese market, which is the countr.
Kiwi teachers to learn about Japan’s cutting-edge technology
Tue, 10th Mar 2015
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Eight New Zealand science and digital technology teachers are set to bring newfound knowledge of Japan’s technology into New Zealand classrooms.
Lincoln University student creates 'invaluable' app
Thu, 5th Mar 2015
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IT grad, Tao Zhou, has completed an internship at a plant breeding and research company where he developed an app to help staff carry out field work.
How ICT links families and early education
Thu, 26th Feb 2015
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Linking family and community is one of the four key principles of the early childhood curriculum, and ICT has become a critical component of this.
NZ construction activity seen rebounding after slump
Tue, 17th Feb 2015
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New Zealand construction activity is rebounding from a slump during the recession as private sector work picks ups, according to a property consult.
50% of Kiwi schools now using Network for Learning's internet services
Thu, 5th Feb 2015
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Nearly 1,300 schools are now using the government-funded N4L Managed Network, with it’s uncapped data, web filtering and network security services.
NZ Government taps into international education market
Tue, 3rd Feb 2015
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The New Zealand Government is set to invest nearly NZD $450,000 in 12 new international education growth initiatives, focusing on the US and Asian markets.
Are iPads essential for learning in New Zealand classrooms?
Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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In New Zealand, a $129,975 study led by Dr. Greg Falloon explores iPads' role in enhancing student problem-solving and thinking in classrooms.
CORE Education to lead NZ Learning Technologies Advisory
Fri, 12th Dec 2014
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CORE Education to spearhead NZ's Learning Technologies Advisory, enhancing e-learning in schools with digital tech and broadband.
NZ students win big in Orion Health's Codeworx competition
Thu, 27th Nov 2014
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Orion Health's Codeworx competition, in its second year, sees a number of young students take away big prizes for their useful and inventive projects.
94% of Kiwi schools turn to online resources for better education
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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A recent report on New Zealand schools show digital technology is being widely adopted and is contributing to higher student achievement.
The IT Girls Club, for girls who want to code
Tue, 18th Nov 2014
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The extra-curricular club provides girls opportunities to learn about coding, computer science and possible career opportunities.
Facebook joins the fight against Ebola with three initiatives
Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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Facebook launches trio of initiatives to combat Ebola, including donations, education, and communication aid for West Africa.
Microsoft's Expert Educator Program launched in New Zealand
Thu, 6th Nov 2014
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Microsoft launches the Expert Educator Program in New Zealand, honouring pioneering teachers transforming education with technology.