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Schools using fingerprint technology to deter theft
EduTech

Schools using fingerprint technology to deter theft

West Auckland schools adopt SelectaDNA to slash thefts by 38%, BNZ and partners drive notable drop in burglaries with forensic tech.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jun 2015
CORE Education to lead NZ Learning Technologies Advisory
EduTech

CORE Education to lead NZ Learning Technologies Advisory

CORE Education to spearhead NZ's Learning Technologies Advisory, enhancing e-learning in schools with digital tech and broadband.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Dec 2014

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Dicker Data NZ growth continues with Aerohive deal
Dicker Data

Dicker Data NZ growth continues with Aerohive deal

Aerohive partners with Dicker Data in NZ, leveraging their networking capabilities to expand business in local market.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Aug 2015
Connected Learning Advisory enables Maori elearning
EduTech

Connected Learning Advisory enables Maori elearning

The Ministry of Education's Connected Learning Advisory is helping New Zealand schools and Māori communities make the most of digital technologies.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Jul 2015
More than $2.5m given back to NZ schools via OfficeMax programme
Schools

More than $2.5m given back to NZ schools via OfficeMax programme

OfficeMax's MySchool programme has returned more than NZD $2.5m to New Zealand schools since 2007, supporting vital resources through parent purchases.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Jul 2015
Wi-Fi in schools: how safe is it?
Wireless Networks

Wi-Fi in schools: how safe is it?

Govt assures Wi-Fi in NZ schools is safe with exposure levels far below health risk limits, amidst global health debates.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Jul 2015
Police and schools - staying safe online
Schools

Police and schools - staying safe online

Partnerships between schools and police are crucial for the safety of students, says New Zealand Schools Trustees Association.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Jul 2015
3D printing a priority for schools, says Wanhao
EduTech

3D printing a priority for schools, says Wanhao

Wanhao champions 3D printing in NZ schools to prep kids for tech-driven future jobs, forming curriculum partnerships.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Jun 2015
Educators' lack of maths skills hampering children?
EduTech

Educators' lack of maths skills hampering children?

A new report reveals New Zealand's Numeracy Development Project has failed to improve maths performance in schools, citing teachers' lack of basic maths skills.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Jun 2015
Over 95% of schools signed up to Government's Managed Network
EduTech

Over 95% of schools signed up to Government's Managed Network

The government is investing more than $200m in this project, so that all state, state-integrated and partnership schools can have uncapped internet.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 4th May 2015
Ministry of Education backs digital tech for teaching
EduTech

Ministry of Education backs digital tech for teaching

Digital technologies are changing the face of education and are impacting how education is delivered. They are also bringing many opportunities to NZ.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2015
N4L and NZQA partner up to help Kiwi teachers
EduTech

N4L and NZQA partner up to help Kiwi teachers

N4L has officially partnered up with the NZQA to enable teachers to manage their moderation requirements within Pond.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2015
CORE leads global 'sustainable educational solutions' for Christchurch schools
EduTech

CORE leads global 'sustainable educational solutions' for Christchurch schools

CORE Education is leading the design of New Pedagogies for Deep Learning, a three year initiative that aims to enhance learning within schools.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Mar 2015
NZIX provides Kiwi schools with faster, better internet
Schools

NZIX provides Kiwi schools with faster, better internet

New Zealand Internet Exchange enhances connectivity for Kiwi schools, offering faster, more efficient internet through the government-funded Managed Network.

By Catherine Knowles • 1 min read • Wed, 11th Feb 2015
50% of Kiwi schools now using Network for Learning's internet services
EduTech

50% of Kiwi schools now using Network for Learning's internet services

Nearly 1,300 schools are now using the government-funded N4L Managed Network, with it's uncapped data, web filtering and network security services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Feb 2015
Fast internet for schools 12 months ahead of schedule
EduTech

Fast internet for schools 12 months ahead of schedule

Government's fast school internet rollout in NZ is progressing ahead of schedule, with 90% of schools expected to be connected by year-end.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Feb 2015
Network for Learning's Managed Network turns one
EduTech

Network for Learning's Managed Network turns one

Over 40 NZ schools have been using @N4Lnz's Managed Network for over a year, helping them fast-track digital learning plans.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Dec 2014
94% of Kiwi schools turn to online resources for better education
EduTech

94% of Kiwi schools turn to online resources for better education

A recent report on New Zealand schools show digital technology is being widely adopted and is contributing to higher student achievement.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2014