Learning stories - Page 5
Teachers feel technology improves classroom experience, but few implement it
Tue, 10th May 2016
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It has been revealed that the large majority of teachers believe technology helps facilitate learning, however a small minority effectively use it.
Banqer: Fun financial literacy for kids
Fri, 29th Apr 2016
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finance, leasing & rental
Banqer, a gaming platform for kids to learn about money, is expanding internationally after winning multiple competitions.
University of Canterbury hosts future tech event for Kiwi students
Mon, 18th Apr 2016
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robots
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smart machines
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cloud services
The University of Canterbury is hosting a week-long camp for Kiwi students interested in robotics and renewable energy.
New iPad app for 'struggling readers' launched
Thu, 17th Mar 2016
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smartphones
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
The app has been designed to deliver an individualised reading coaching to beginning readers, struggling readers, and English language learners.
Blackboard and Moodle partner up, take LMS platform to the world
Thu, 17th Mar 2016
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open source
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learning
Moodle and Blackboard join forces to strengthen open source learning platform and support education providers worldwide.
Gamification gains traction in APAC region
Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Gamification is becoming a significant investment for education providers and businesses around the world, according to a new Technavio report.
IDEAStarter: Giving budding young Auckland entrepreneurs a chance
Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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entrepreneur
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accelerator
Entries are now open for the second annual IDEAStarter competition, encouraging young Aucklanders to bring their business ideas to life.
One million visitors later, Kiwi history website revamped
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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cloud services
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learning
One million history buffs boost Kiwi website into a revamp, making the past a daily delight for global audience.
Blackboard expands virtual classroom offerings with new partnership
Tue, 1st Mar 2016
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Blackboard has partnered up with Skytap to provide cloud-based, on-demand virtual training labs via Blackboard Learn, the company's flagship LMS.
Student information software in hot demand
Mon, 29th Feb 2016
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uc
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cloud services
Student information systems are being more readily adopted by schools, thanks largely to advancements in cloud computing and the growth of mobiles.
Wellington game makers launch new, future-focused app
Fri, 26th Feb 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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The NZ Council for Education Research has collaborated with Gamelab on a game aimed at getting people thinking about the future of education.
New Zealand teachers are super satisfied with their jobs, study finds
Thu, 25th Feb 2016
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research new zealand
The research shows 89% of New Zealand’s Year 7-10 teachers think the advantages of the job clearly outweigh the disadvantages.
New Turnitin tech tool 'delivers big results'
Wed, 24th Feb 2016
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technology in schools
Turnitin's new technology, Revision Assistant, encourages students to revise more often and improve their essays, according to pilot release.
Blackboard recognises Maori as one of NZ's official languages
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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māori
Blackboard releases Maori version of Bb Student, enabling students to stay updated on their academic progress.
Samsung launches new solutions designed to re-ignite STEM subjects
Tue, 9th Feb 2016
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samsung
Samsung unveils innovative STEM education tools to boost pupil engagement and team skills, offering immersive tech-led learning experiences.
Blackboard rolls out two new SaaS offerings
Tue, 26th Jan 2016
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saas
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management
Blackboard introduces new SaaS options for its Learning Management System, giving customers more control and flexibility.
Blackboard brings the power of predictive analytics to teachers
Mon, 18th Jan 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Blackboard's latest update to Moodlerooms brings new features and predictive analytics to enhance the teaching and learning experience.
Blackboard and Sharp: Teaming up to enhance student workflows
Thu, 10th Dec 2015
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sharp
Sharp and Blackboard are partnering to streamline student assignment workflows with Sharp's multifunctional printers integrating directly into Blackboard Learn.
Wellington school embraces Innovative Learning Environments
Thu, 19th Nov 2015
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learning
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virtual classroom
In a bid to bring their school into the 21st century, Wellington Girls’ College introduced innovative learning environments (ILEs).
Moodle begins new phase of development
Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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edutech
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open source
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management
Moodle has released version three of its open source learning platform, and says this represents a new phase of development for the company.