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Stories by Rebecca - Page 2

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Tech-savvy teachers transform lessons
Wed, 6th Nov 2013
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Tech-savvy teachers revolutionise learning, integrating smartphones, tablets, and BYOD strategies in classrooms globally, Cambridge study reveals.
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Students help build record of NZ nature
Tue, 5th Nov 2013
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New Zealand citizen science website NatureWatch NZ is celebrating more than a year of people reporting a staggering variety of natural history discoveries.
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App brings surgery to smart phones
Mon, 4th Nov 2013
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Students, aspiring surgeons and serious gamers can now use their iPhone to try their hand at surgery using the new Bonedoc app from the University of Otago.
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Kiwi online university launches worldwide
Fri, 1st Nov 2013
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New Zealand launches OERu, revolutionising global education with free online courses from reputable institutions, aiming for wider, affordable access.
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Literacy and numeracy improve in tech trial
Thu, 31st Oct 2013
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West Auckland school's tech trial with LeapPad Ultra boosts literacy and numeracy 100% in year 0-1 class, proving tech can revolutionize learning.
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Auckland schools get tech boost
Wed, 30th Oct 2013
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Auckland's tech-leading schools, Botany Downs Secondary and Ferguson Intermediate, receive Microsoft tablets to further digital learning.
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Christchurch schools get wireless upgrade
Tue, 29th Oct 2013
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More than 50 schools in Christchurch will have their wireless network upgraded as part of the national Schools Network Upgrade Project (SNUP).
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One laptop per child NZ launched
Fri, 25th Oct 2013
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The One Laptop Per Child NZ Charitable Trust was officially launched in New Zealand at the Institute of IT Professionals (IITP) national conference yesterday.
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TEDxYouth in Auckland this weekend
Thu, 24th Oct 2013
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Auckland's TEDxYouth this weekend showcases under-25s making waves, sparking hope and innovation for the future.
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Global Game Jam research wins award
Wed, 23rd Oct 2013
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Waiariki Institute's lecturer awarded at CITRENZ for illuminating the Global Game Jam's educational impact.
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Lincoln University joins open education network
Tue, 22nd Oct 2013
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Lincoln University yesterday announced its membership of the Open Education Resource university network (OERu).
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Calls for review of national standards
Mon, 21st Oct 2013
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NZ education sector demands a review of national standards, citing lack of confidence and effectiveness, per Principals’ Federation spokesperson.
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ePortfolio developer to get additional funding
Thu, 17th Oct 2013
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Storypark, a Wellington-based educational social enterprise, is to receive a grant from Education New Zealand’s International Growth Fund.
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Android version of mobile safety tool launched
Thu, 17th Oct 2013
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Students walking home from school alone and teachers working late at school now have a new tool to get them home safe.
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Digital technology could transform music education
Tue, 15th Oct 2013
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Music education needs to be more open to the use of digital technology says a University of Canterbury researcher.
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First schools sign up for N4L
Mon, 14th Oct 2013
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More than 20 schools from around New Zealand have already signed agreements with Network for Learning (N4L) to connect to its managed network.
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Have your say on ICT qualifications
Fri, 11th Oct 2013
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Your views needed on reforming ICT qualifications in NZ. Have a hand in shaping the future landscape of tech education. Deadline: Oct 16.
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Chromebooks now available on All of Govt
Thu, 10th Oct 2013
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Schools can now buy Google Chromebooks through the All of Govt scheme, offering enhanced security and easy management for education.
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New switches reduce network outages
Wed, 9th Oct 2013
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Bay of Plenty Polytechnic has reduced its downtime and complaints about network speed by upgrading its switches.
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University of Auckland to offer free online courses
Mon, 7th Oct 2013
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The University of Auckland is the latest New Zealand institute to announce a move into the world of massive open online courses (MOOCs).
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Massey MOOCs go live next week
Fri, 4th Oct 2013
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Massey University's groundbreaking MOOCs in agriculture, emergency management, and indigenous studies launch next week, expanding global access to New Zealand's academic expertise.
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NZ historical posters available online
Wed, 2nd Oct 2013
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Over 400 impactful NZ posters from the last 50 years, chronicling trade unions and political activism, are now digitally accessible.
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Animation software has potential in schools
Mon, 30th Sep 2013
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Kiwi IT expert pioneers affordable animation software, Moviestorm, as a dynamic educational tool in schools, after success with a Vanuatu NGO.
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Otago University joins eduroam wireless network
Fri, 27th Sep 2013
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University of Otago enhances global connectivity by joining eduroam network, opening doors for seamless access to Wi-Fi worldwide.