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 "Thoughts and reflections from the front line – a teacher’s voice in education technology"
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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 "Thoughts and reflections from the front line – a teacher’s voice in education technology"
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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 "Thoughts and reflections from the front line – a teacher’s voice in education technology"
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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 "Thoughts and reflections from the front line – a teacher’s voice in education technology"
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Susana Tomaz | STEAM Coordinator Westlake Girls High School | Across School Lead - Pupuke Kāhui Ako at Ministry of Education of New Zealand Teaching the basics brilliantly, doesn't have to mean back to basics! As an experienced educator with over two decades of teaching and leadership in the
October 27, 2023
Te Kete Hono - Schooltalk | CEO Judy Newcombe | Building an ecosystem which effectively supports learning in every school. Te Kete Hono is a social impact organisation which aims to improve equity and educational outcomes for children through innovative digital engagement and supporting sign
October 27, 2023
Founders Day, a two-day unconference hosted in Wellington on 4-5 August 2023, served as an invaluable setting for leaders in the EdTech sector. Hosted by EdTechNZ and supported by Education New Zealand, the unconference provided a unique platform for EdTech founders to share invaluable ins
October 16, 2023
This report presents the findings of the 2023 EdTechNZ Annual Survey conducted among 60+ EdTech companies in Aotearoa. The objective of the survey is to gauage the landscape of the EdTech industry, covering facets such as location, employee count, revenue streams, export statistics, and ma
October 16, 2023
EdTechNZ supports the NZTech Manifesto, which outlines specific areas the Government should focus on to enable and grow Aotearoa as a Digital Nation. These actions are aligned with the Digital Tech ITP. EdTechNZ believes there are specific areas the Government should focus on to grow the ed
September 28, 2023
The not-for-profit, EdTechNZ, is calling for any future Government to ensure they focus on supporting growing the education technology sector and empower learning through technology. In their recently released manifesto, the New Zealand edtech ecosystem seeks to remind Government of the importan
September 28, 2023
Kia Ora, In a landmark collaboration, New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) and Education New Zealand (ENZ) recently showcased 18 NZ EdTech companies at EduTech Melbourne 2023. Building on the success of last year's event, the partnership aimed to provide a low-risk entry point for New Zealand
September 27, 2023
Susana Tomaz | STEAM Coordinator Westlake Girls High School | Across School Lead - Pupuke Kāhui Ako at Ministry of Education of New Zealand Reflections from EduTECH Australia Pupuke Kāhui Ako team at the Education New Zealand stand networking with our amazing EdTechNZ members (Evo Leota-Tup
September 26, 2023
WHO: Who is your target audience or audiences? Who will care about your story and why? The whole of Aotearoa NZ’s education sector should care as digital transformation in education is here and happening in significant and transformative ways around the world including in the
September 26, 2023