Stories by Matthew - Page 3
Polytechnics to play key role in science skills shortage
Wed, 31st May 2017
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polytechnics
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skills gap
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tertiary providers
Lack of technical aptitude among science grads is causing a deficit of capability in the workforce, says a report by the Royal Society of New Zealand.
Reports of cyberbullying flood new support service
Wed, 31st May 2017
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cybersecurity
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online safety
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netsafe
Netsafe receives over 900 online bullying complaints in six months, with misconceptions about their services arising.
Awards recognise outstanding ICT students in Wellington
Wed, 31st May 2017
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wellington
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intergen
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ict
ICT students at WelTec receive Intergen Young Achiever Awards for their outstanding academic achievement and contributions to the programme.
Te reo digital literacy essential for equitable future
Wed, 31st May 2017
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core education
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te reo māori
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nztech
Ministry of Education focuses on te reo and digital literacy to revive indigenous language and prepare for tech-driven future.
Digital inclusion efforts to continue after funding pulled
Tue, 30th May 2017
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dei
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digital divide
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computers in homes
The Computers in Homes programme will no longer be funded by the government. 20/20 Trust will continue to try & help bridge the digital divide in NZ.
Teachers want to do more with digital technologies
Tue, 30th May 2017
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cloud services
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nzcer
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technology in the classroom
New research, from a survey of over 300 schools, finds a desire to work with digital technologies, but a need for more training to deliver it.
Chance for teachers to win 3D Printers with lesson plans
Tue, 30th May 2017
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3d printing
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technology in the classroom
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ultimaker
3D Printing is transforming education. Ultimaker challenges New Zealand teachers to create innovative lesson plans using 3D printing.
Online training could make New Zealand roads safer
Mon, 29th May 2017
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e-learning
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university of waikato
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road safety
Higher Ed and business worlds meet with hopes to improve road safety with innovative online driver education simulations and research.
Was education sector shortchanged by shortsighted budget?
Mon, 29th May 2017
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edutech
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microsoft
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nzei te riu roa
Concerns of a lack of investment in digital fluency and funding resound around a disappointed New Zealand Education sector.
You're Invited: Empowering young women to work with tech
Mon, 29th May 2017
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3d printing
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st cuthbert's college
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women in technology
Auckland college aims to encourage girls in tech with inspirational programme #Girlsinnov8. Registration open now! #GI8 https://goo.gl/AyDjk3.
Students need to be prepared for future automated workforce
Mon, 29th May 2017
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it automation
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robotics
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point chevalier school
UK schools should focus on equipping students with problem-solving skills to stay ahead of automation, suggests MindKits CEO.
Tech takes courtside seat at secondary school basketball
Thu, 25th May 2017
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unitec
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glory league
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basketball
Auckland schools basketball competition introduces innovative tech to help players develop their skills on court.
No longer Sci-Fi, AI is something NZ needs to discuss
Wed, 24th May 2017
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ml
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ai
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new zealand ai forum
Artificial Intelligence to be discussed at first New Zealand AI Forum. Tech leader Stu Christie urges people to learn about AI's potential.
Manifesto challenges NZ leadership to pursue tech future
Wed, 24th May 2017
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cloud services
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nztech
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government
Twenty New Zealand tech companies have published a manifesto urging the government to future-proof the country through technological advancement and innovation.
Blogging keeps kids learning over 'summer slump'
Wed, 24th May 2017
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e-learning
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national standards
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blogging
Summer holiday slump in learning retention has been combated by a digital programme developed by the University of Auckland.
You're invited: Free webinar PD on robots coding and more
Tue, 23rd May 2017
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3d printing
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e-learning
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webinar
Educators invited to free webinar on using edtech in the classroom, featuring 3D printing, coding and robotics. Don't miss out! #edtech.
Learning management systems and digital citizenship
Tue, 23rd May 2017
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lms
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canvas lms
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digital citizenship
Digital citizenship is becoming increasingly important in the education sector, as students grow up in a digital world.
Cyberbullying affects many Kiwi kids, how can you help?
Tue, 23rd May 2017
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cyberbullying
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netsafe
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digital citizenship
This week, Netsafe is reminding people that bullying isn't just a playground issue, as it receives hundreds of complaints of online bullying.
Programmer ignites students' creative spark with game design
Mon, 22nd May 2017
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coding
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makey makey
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robotics
Programmer from Company-X enkindles tech passions in students with practical game design insights.
Nelson biology students work with scientists in the field
Mon, 22nd May 2017
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cawthron institute
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nmit
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university of otago
Nearly 200 Year 13 Biology students get hands-on science experience at the Cawthron Aquaculture Park, working with mussels and earning NCEA credits.
It's Bullying-Free NZ Week, help your students speak out
Mon, 22nd May 2017
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cyberbullying
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netsafe
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education review office
Bullying Free NZ Week commences, empowering students and schools to combat bullying with new resources and a strong community focus.
Recharging robots with stories and teamwork in term 2
Mon, 22nd May 2017
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e-learning
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edtech
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technology in the classroom
A chance to try a new gamification tool that encourages collaboration. Can you save the droid before his power cells are permanently drained?.
Auckland high-school visited by NZ music royalty
Fri, 19th May 2017
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digital music
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careers new zealand
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oompher
Breakthrough artist KINGS visited his old high-school to launch a web series inspiring young people to follow their dreams.
New e-resources equip NZ teachers to help stop bullying
Fri, 19th May 2017
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netsafe
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online resource
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cyberbullying
Bullying-Free NZ week begins next Monday with a refreshed website offering new resources for schools and whanau.