Education stories - Page 11
This smartphone app is part of the toolbox
Thu, 30th Mar 2017
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New app set to energise NZ's inter-school Toolbox Challenge, finding the next wave of young engineers and craftsmen.
Credit scores for kids on education app Banqer
Mon, 27th Mar 2017
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digital banking
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Banqer's new credit score module educates pupils on financial history's impact, prepping them for future fiscal prudence.
Kiwi educator only one in Australasia to be chosen for Google Academy
Wed, 22nd Mar 2017
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Tarawera High School professional development e-learning leader, Sam Gibson will soon be joining just 35 other certified educators around the world.
Education, govt and corporate buck downward trend to record increased PC sales
Tue, 21st Mar 2017
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Education, govt and corporate PC shipments have recorded growth in Australia for Q4 and full year 2016, IDC Australia says. So who's winning and why?.
IDCA Exclusive Interview with BICSI Chairman of International Standards Committee
Tue, 7th Mar 2017
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Hear the Chairman of BICSI's International Standards Committee and Vice Chair of BICSI 002,which is a data center design and operations standard and b.
Apple Teacher learning programme comes to NZ
Wed, 22nd Feb 2017
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technology gifts
Apple extends its free Apple Teacher programme to New Zealand, enhancing local educators' tech integration.
Govt's Innovative fund opens to ECE
Wed, 8th Feb 2017
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nz
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government
The Government has extended its innovative teaching fund to early education teachers, allowing them to apply for the $18 million Teacher-led Innovation Fund.
New story, new opportunities as IBM refocuses on Kiwi channel
Wed, 8th Feb 2017
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His new role at IBM has opened Mark Baker’s eyes to new opportunities IBM presents for the channel. Now he’s on a mission to share that.
IT job ads down, report finds
Thu, 26th Jan 2017
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recruitment
Job advertisements in the information technology sector have fallen 2.4%, despite the total number of online job advertisements growing by 1.1%.
Kiwi students not prepared, lack strategy
Wed, 18th Jan 2017
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Educators lack time and resources to prepare Kiwi students correctly for examinations, one Wellington tutoring company says.
How the modern librarian is guiding research in the online era
Wed, 11th Jan 2017
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libraries
Librarians today are pivotal in combating misinformation, coaching critical online research skills for all ages.
Helping students become global citizens with Skype
Tue, 10th Jan 2017
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voip
Skype revolutionises classrooms, empowering Kiwi students as they connect globally and grasp international perspectives.
We made it: The biggest Educator stories that shaped 2016
Fri, 16th Dec 2016
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techday
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As far as years go, 2016 was without question a turbulent one for those in the education industry - here are the biggest stories of the year.
Execs and IT pros show 'significant disconnect' with disaster recovery
Thu, 24th Nov 2016
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C-level executives and IT professionals have a significant disconnect when it comes to disaster recovery, says Evolve IP survey.
Digital tools still need to work with analog brains
Mon, 21st Nov 2016
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e-learning
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Research suggests that there are significant educational benefits to some old-fashioned analogue skill sets that can be critical to the way we think.
IN PICS: Bett Asia 2016 - defining the future of education
Thu, 17th Nov 2016
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digitisation
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digital education
The Bett Asia 2016 summit took place this week, gathering all the leading policymakers, researchers and most forward thinking educators in APAC.
Teachers never fear - Microsoft assures tech won’t replace you... yet
Thu, 17th Nov 2016
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Teachers are still crucial in the age of digital learning, according to Microsoft's Anthony Salcito. #Education #DigitalLearning #Teachers.
New APAC headquarters for Google in Singapore
Tue, 15th Nov 2016
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Google's new APAC HQ opens in Singapore, marking growth and aiming to boost regional tech careers and innovation.
Entrepreneurs to make a 'tangible difference' with creative solutions
Wed, 26th Oct 2016
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social enterprise
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startup weekend
Over 120 entrepreneurs unite in Auckland, championing novel businesses that promise societal benefits in a ground-breaking 54-hour event.
It's a global sausage fest - ISACA addresses lack of women in IT
Thu, 29th Sep 2016
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cybersecurity
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women in technology
Less than 25% of IT jobs in developed countries will be held by women by the end of 2016, according to the ISACA.
3D printing in education: Where to start?
Tue, 13th Sep 2016
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support
PrintLab releases online guide to help teachers navigate the challenges of integrating 3D printing into education.
Key to success is action over instruction, says Kiwi tech innovator
Mon, 5th Sep 2016
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government
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Rachel Kelly, owner of Hamilton-based tech start-up Sparktank, aims to help tech entrepreneurs find their voice and gain market traction.
Teacher quality 'single most important influence' on success, study finds
Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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board of trustees
Teachers are the most important factor in determining the education outcomes of New Zealand children, according to a new survey.
Call goes out for help with STEM gaming platform for girls
Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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london
The call has gone out for Kiwis and Aussies to help with a community based gaming platform designed to encourage girls to pursue STEM-based careers.