Potential for Digital Technology to Support Tailored and Personalised Learning

05 November 2024

Submission by EdTechNZ to Ministry of Education Our submission is based on member insights into the role of digital technologies reshaping education for students and educators.  Members expressed optimism about technology’s potential to create a more inclusive and forward-focused education system, but they also identified challenges that need to be addressed.  To maximise digital technology … Continue reading "Applications now open for London Tech Week September 2021"

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Opportunities and Achievements in 2024 | October Newsletter

24 October 2024

Kia ora, As we power through the final quarter of 2024, there are still plenty of wonderful opportunities to connect with the EdTech and education community, grow your network, and access support for you and your business. There’s still time to register for the Safer Technologies for Schools (ST4S)  briefing on 6 November, hosted by the Ministry … Continue reading "Applications now open for London Tech Week September 2021"

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Teacher Voice: AI in Education in Aotearoa: Reflections and Research Insights

23 October 2024

In my March blog, I highlighted the urgent need for an AI framework for New Zealand schools. At that time, I was four months into my Master’s in Technological Futures with AcademyEX, focused on Artificial Intelligence in Education (AIED), and gaining valuable insight into AIED through my international network. Now, seven months later – just … Continue reading "Applications now open for London Tech Week September 2021"

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The competitive edge you can’t afford to miss: Get ST4S assessed

23 October 2024

If you’re in the business of developing ’EdTech’, you’ve probably heard about Safer Technologies for Schools (ST4S). But what exactly is it, and why is it so important for schools – and for you as a supplier? ST4S is the trans-Tasman initiative that evaluates digital products used in schools and kura to ensure they meet … Continue reading "Applications now open for London Tech Week September 2021"

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The best of AI at Techweek2020

Techweek may be over for another year and I hope you attended as many inspiring and informative events as possible. Artificial Intelligence featured prominently during Techweek2020 so we’ve collated the best Techweek TV highlights for you.
10 August 2020
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COVID opportunity for Xero Learn

Xero’s cloud learning solution Xero Learn is an example of a success story which has emerged from the COVID-19 crisis.  Xero Learn lead Michelle Taggart tells us more: Xero has seen a significant increase in adoption of cloud learning solutions through our EdTech tool, Xero Learn, and through our platform partners, such as NZ EdTech … Continue reading "COVID opportunity for Xero Learn"
22 June 2020
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Technology crucial for New Zealand’s future

Technology, which is crucial for New Zealand’s economic and social future, is in the hands of school children who are taking a massive interest in the country’s fastest growing sector, NZTech chief executive Graeme Muller says.
10 April 2019
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Be part of Scale-Up New Zealand

In April, Callaghan Innovation launches Scale-Up New Zealand, a free online platform with verified information on Aotearoa New Zealand’s vibrant innovation ecosystem.
18 February 2019
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Low decile students outperforming higher decile schools

A cluster of low decile Northland schools is on track to outperform many higher decile schools around New Zealand through digital learning. Students in the Te Puawai cluster – which includes Manaia View School, Whau Valley Primary, Te Kura o Otangarei, Whangarei Intermediate, Tikipunga High School and Hikurangi Primary School – are making faster progress in … Continue reading "Low decile students outperforming higher decile schools"
12 June 2018
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Teachers need to be better paid for the tech revolution

Teachers need to be better paid as they adjust to educating kids in the fastest growing sector in New Zealand, – technology, an award-winning Maori chief executive of a fast growing ed-tech company says. Kendall Flutey, who runs Christchurch company Banqer, says one of her main concerns facing education and schools dealing with technology is that teachers … Continue reading "Teachers need to be better paid for the tech revolution"
06 June 2018