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Education sector rejects Govt's National Standards assessment tool

Education sector rejects Govt's National Standards assessment tool

Educators slam new Govt assessment tool, claiming it narrows curriculum focus and undermines quality teaching by emphasising flawed standards.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Feb 2017

Kiwi teachers top professionalism report - calls to scrap charter schools follow

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Kiwi teachers top professionalism report - calls to scrap charter schools follow

Kiwi teachers rank in the top four for professionalism, according to an OECD study, with only Russia, Estonia and Singapore scoring higher.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Feb 2016

National standards have no place in classrooms of today

National standards have no place in classrooms of today

Denise Torrey, president of the NZPF, says standardised practices in schools are outdated and have no positive impact on children's learning.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Jun 2015

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Kiwi principals back OCED's proposed education solutions

Kiwi principals back OCED's proposed education solutions

New Zealand principals support OECD's innovative solutions for education, including early childhood programs and teacher morale.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Mar 2016