Online learning stories - Page 24
VLNC recognises Kiwis embracing online learning
Wed, 20th May 2015
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The Virtual Learning Network Community (VLNC) has recognised four individuals embracing the online learning environment at the 2015 VL Awards.
Over 95% of schools signed up to Government's Managed Network
Mon, 4th May 2015
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The government is investing more than $200m in this project, so that all state, state-integrated and partnership schools can have uncapped internet.
Top 5 issues education decision makers must consider
Thu, 30th Apr 2015
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The five key issues education decision makers must consider as technology places increasingly heavy demands on network infrastructure.
Education sector not immune to the effects of digitisation
Fri, 17th Apr 2015
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UK education faces digital transformation, with Gartner outlining 10 strategic tech trends set to overhaul the sector in 2025.
The Mind Lab: Igniting innovation in students and teachers
Thu, 16th Apr 2015
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the mind lab
The Mind Lab by Unitec is an education offering for Kiwi children and teachers. It's dedicated to science, technology, innovation and discovery.
NZ Government invests $5m into digital learning advisory service
Thu, 9th Apr 2015
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A new advisory service that's aimed at helping schools understand the digital learning opportunities available has launched in New Zealand.
National Library does about face on Services to Schools cuts
Wed, 8th Apr 2015
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National Library releases timetable for changes to Services to Schools program, aiming to get more books to students.
Sustainable Farming Fund backs web-based education
Thu, 2nd Apr 2015
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clean technologies
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sustainability
Web-based education resource on plant nutrients backed by Federated Farmers, aiming to teach students about agriculture systems in New Zealand.
N4L double hitter at HiTech Awards
Thu, 26th Mar 2015
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Managed Network was named a finalist for Best Public Sector Technology Solution, and N4L Pond has been named as a finalist for Innovative Initiative.
N4L and NZQA partner up to help Kiwi teachers
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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N4L has officially partnered up with the NZQA to enable teachers to manage their moderation requirements within Pond.
500,000+ students & teachers using N4L's Managed Network
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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Over 500,000 Kiwi students and educators now harness N4L's Managed Network, boosting digital learning nationwide.
Facebook releases elearning tools to help out businesses
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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Facebook has launched two new resources for marketers and small businesses to help them grow on the platform. The resources are called Blueprint and Learn How.
Top 10 technologies impacting education in 2015
Wed, 4th Mar 2015
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Gartner has identified the top 10 strategic technologies and provides recommendations to education CIOs and IT leaders about adoption and benefits.
Three ways security vendors should support the channel
Wed, 18th Feb 2015
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Selling security requires vendor support. Michael Lee, RSA security evangelist, outlines what to look for in security vendor's partner programmes.
Momentum growing for UFB completions
Mon, 16th Feb 2015
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Three central North Island towns are now fully-fibred as momentum grows around the government's ultra-fast broadband build.
50% of Kiwi schools now using Network for Learning's internet services
Thu, 5th Feb 2015
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education, learning & training
Nearly 1,300 schools are now using the government-funded N4L Managed Network, with it's uncapped data, web filtering and network security services.
Fast internet for schools 12 months ahead of schedule
Wed, 4th Feb 2015
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Government's fast school internet rollout in NZ is progressing ahead of schedule, with 90% of schools expected to be connected by year-end.
Green Party calls on Government to close digital divide
Wed, 4th Feb 2015
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Government must do more to close digital divide, says Green Party following release of new data on internet access.
NZ Government taps into international education market
Tue, 3rd Feb 2015
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education, learning & training
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.
What to expect in education tech in 2015
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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Tech in education to soar, with a market set to hit $19bn by 2018, revolutionizing teaching methods and enhancing learning through apps.