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NZ teacher using ocean-tech in classroom to present in France
Technology in the Classroom

NZ teacher using ocean-tech in classroom to present in France

New Zealand teacher, Carol Brieseman, will discuss using ocean observation in the classroom at the Ocean Observers workshop in Brest, France.

By Matthew Bain • 3 min read • Mon, 15th May 2017
Let us tell your story - Educators is here to listen
EduTech

Let us tell your story - Educators is here to listen

We want to hear from you. How is the changing digital landscape affecting your educational offerings? We want to tell your stories.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Thu, 11th May 2017
Aorere College shares bright tech future with other schools
Technology in the Classroom

Aorere College shares bright tech future with other schools

The future of technology in education lies in collaboration, as schools reach out and help each other up the tech ladder.

By Matthew Bain • 3 min read • Mon, 8th May 2017
Robot builder brings bots and games into the classroom
Robotics

Robot builder brings bots and games into the classroom

Hamilton Boys' High to welcome coder Marcel van de Steeg, bringing robots and game design into the classroom to inspire digital fluency among students.

By Matthew Bain • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Apr 2017
Go Pollock bridges gap between digital and traditional teaching
eLearning

Go Pollock bridges gap between digital and traditional teaching

Go Pollock aims to revolutionize the classroom with its innovative platform, offering teachers a digital companion that engages and supports all students.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Apr 2017
Online competitions grow Great Kiwi learners
eLearning

Online competitions grow Great Kiwi learners

Thousands of students of all levels to compete in English, mathematics and science thanks to new online competitions.

By Rebecca Wood • 1 min read • Wed, 29th Mar 2017
Improving existing school computers beneficial for teachers and students
Crucial

Improving existing school computers beneficial for teachers and students

Shrinking education budgets are limiting computer systems in schools, hindering students and teachers, says Crucial NZ.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Mar 2017
Apple Teacher learning programme comes to NZ
EduTech

Apple Teacher learning programme comes to NZ

Apple has launched its free Apple Teacher learning programme in New Zealand, offering Kiwi educators resources to optimise teaching with Apple products.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Wed, 22nd Feb 2017
New solution makes it easier to adopt digital education
Cloud Services

New solution makes it easier to adopt digital education

N4L has released an innovative solution to streamline the process of digital education and create more time for actual learning.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Sun, 18th Dec 2016
5 golden rules for using technology in classrooms
EduTech

5 golden rules for using technology in classrooms

Is technology a distraction? Does it help teachers and students in their learning journeys? The debate is never ending.

By Troy Martin • 4 min read • Wed, 13th Apr 2016

Global Stories

Technology in the Classroom stories

Holidays are a great chance to think about tech for Term 2
DevOps

Holidays are a great chance to think about tech for Term 2

As Term 2 nears, teachers can leverage the school holidays to explore the SAMR model and effectively integrate digital technologies in the classroom.

By Matthew Bain • 6 min read • Thu, 20th Apr 2017
Beware of tech for tech's sake warns education lecturer
Technology in the Classroom

Beware of tech for tech's sake warns education lecturer

Senior educational technology lecturer wants educators to make sure they use technology for the right reasons.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Apr 2017
The future is now: Epson unveils new innovations for the modern classroom
Digital Signage

The future is now: Epson unveils new innovations for the modern classroom

Epson's cutting-edge projectors and app revolutionise learning, promising interactive, BYOD-friendly classroom experiences.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Mar 2017
Are iPads suitable for the classroom or are their days done?
Apple

Are iPads suitable for the classroom or are their days done?

According to the Lewiston-Auburn Sun Journal, almost 90% of teachers and 74% of students preferred laptops over tablets.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
Wearables in the classroom - it's all the rage
EduTech

Wearables in the classroom - it's all the rage

Schools worldwide are adopting wearables like smartwatches and VR headsets to enhance learning, with the market projected to surpass USD $6 billion by 2020.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 26th May 2016
Teachers feel technology improves classroom experience, but few implement it
EduTech

Teachers feel technology improves classroom experience, but few implement it

​It has been revealed that the large majority of teachers believe technology helps facilitate learning, however a small minority effectively use it.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Tue, 10th May 2016
Cyclone takes out Google APAC Partner of the Year for devices
Schools

Cyclone takes out Google APAC Partner of the Year for devices

Kiwi firm Cyclone named Google's APAC Partner of the Year for Devices, recognizing its expertise in meeting customers' Google needs.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd May 2016
Lessons on digital citizenship in the classroom vital
Technology in the Classroom

Lessons on digital citizenship in the classroom vital

Lessons in digital citizenship are crucial for students navigating the digital world, according to a new whitepaper from NetRef.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Apr 2016