Schools stories - Page 5
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Literacy and numeracy improve in tech trial
Thu, 31st Oct 2013
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leappad
West Auckland school's tech trial with LeapPad Ultra boosts literacy and numeracy 100% in year 0-1 class, proving tech can revolutionize learning.
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Auckland schools get tech boost
Wed, 30th Oct 2013
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microsoft
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Auckland's tech-leading schools, Botany Downs Secondary and Ferguson Intermediate, receive Microsoft tablets to further digital learning.
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Digital technology could transform music education
Tue, 15th Oct 2013
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university of canterbury
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Music education needs to be more open to the use of digital technology says a University of Canterbury researcher.
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Lessons to be learnt with BYOD
Tue, 1st Oct 2013
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personal computing devices
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New Zealand schools are adopting BYOD, pushing for educational benefits while grappling with policy, safety, and network security challenges.
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Animation software has potential in schools
Mon, 30th Sep 2013
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Kiwi IT expert pioneers affordable animation software, Moviestorm, as a dynamic educational tool in schools, after success with a Vanuatu NGO.
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Transforming school property
Wed, 25th Sep 2013
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ministry of education
Ministry of Education announces plans to overhaul school property system, focusing on 21st-century learning and flexibility.
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Superheros help students learn sight words
Tue, 24th Sep 2013
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Aussie mum invents 'Superhero Sight Words' app, turning a struggle into a triumph, helping kids globally master reading with fun.
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More tech support for Novopay
Mon, 23rd Sep 2013
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ministry of education
Gov commits extra £6m to bolster Novopay's end-of-year tech support and training, aiming for a smoother school payroll process.
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Solar energy for Wellington schools
Thu, 19th Sep 2013
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schoolgen
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solar power
Wellington schools embark on a solar energy journey, pairing with the city council and Genesis Energy, to enlighten and power education.
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New game to help autistic students
Wed, 18th Sep 2013
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A free iPad and Android game is delivering fresh observations about children with Autism and Asperger Syndrome.
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Technology to change teaching and learning
Tue, 17th Sep 2013
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slidespeech
Technology developed by an AUT student to add speech capability to presentations could lead to collaborative and socially responsible learning.
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More high tech studios for youth
Fri, 13th Sep 2013
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software development
Govt allocates NZD $1.9 million for High Tech Youth Network to open new studios in Dunedin and Penrose, fostering digital skills in young Kiwis.
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Science hub wins at World Summit Awards
Thu, 12th Sep 2013
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NZ's Science Learning Hub triumphs at World Summit Awards, highlighting its vital role in global e-learning and science education.
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Technology package up for grabs for Enviroschools
Wed, 11th Sep 2013
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schools
A competition for Enviroschools that aims to raise awareness among school students of the need to recycle unwanted televisions has been launched this week.
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UFB without contract on offer for schools
Tue, 10th Sep 2013
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telco
Telecommunications company CallPlus is offering New Zealand schools a zero term contract for ultra-fast broadband (UFB).
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Classroom apps developed by teachers
Mon, 9th Sep 2013
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NZ teachers innovate in education with apps BookBot and Silent Light, enhancing learning and classroom management. #EdTech #TeacherDevelopedApps.
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Novopay costs schools dearly
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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novopay
Novopay's $100k-a-week additional cost hits schools hard, reveals an NZEI survey, marking a costly year since its rollout.
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Snapshot of key educational statistics now online
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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ministry of education
New educational data provides insight into school performance, drawing both interest and criticism over its accuracy and fairness.
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Summit gives students a creative voice
Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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adobe
Two Auckland students had the chance to create a digital media message with students from around the world at the recent Adobe Youth Voices Summit.
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Study to examine how technology develops literacy skills
Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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debunk
Massey University's study aims to prove digital tech and TVs as beneficial learning tools for children's literacy skills.