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Education stories - Page 25

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Classrooms around New Zealand go digital with Chromebooks
Tue, 31st Mar 2015
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A new digital teaching system is being rolled out across the Far North of New Zealand by a group of principals and educators.
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FMA lifts head count to 170 staff as it probes new areas
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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The New Zealand Financial Markets Authority has hired 170 staff and plans to invest in technology to fulfill its regulatory role.
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GFI mounts aggressive partner acquisition programme
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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Aggressive partner acquisition programme for GFI Software as it seeks to reinvigorate channel and tap vertical markets.
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GFI Software eyes up verticals; key partners
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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GFI Software has set its focus on key verticals – and key partners – across Australia as the software company seeks to ramp up its profile locally.
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Samsung offers education solutions for schools
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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Samsung Electronic has announced it is creating an innovative IoT ecosystem at this week's CeBIT conference. #Samsung #IoT #CeBIT2015.
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How do ed-tech inventors stay ahead of the competition?
Tue, 17th Mar 2015
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There are a number of ways in which players in the ed-tech space stay agile and keep creating useful tools, says Jeff Fernandez Grovo CEO and founder.
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PM Key says Indian FTA would reduce reliance on China
Fri, 13th Mar 2015
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Prime Minister John Key says a free trade agreement with India would help New Zealand reduce its dependence on the Chinese market, which is the countr.
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Kiwi teachers to learn about Japan’s cutting-edge technology
Tue, 10th Mar 2015
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Eight New Zealand science and digital technology teachers are set to bring newfound knowledge of Japan’s technology into New Zealand classrooms.
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Lincoln University student creates 'invaluable' app
Thu, 5th Mar 2015
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IT grad, Tao Zhou, has completed an internship at a plant breeding and research company where he developed an app to help staff carry out field work.
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How ICT links families and early education
Thu, 26th Feb 2015
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Linking family and community is one of the four key principles of the early childhood curriculum, and ICT has become a critical component of this.
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NZ construction activity seen rebounding after slump
Tue, 17th Feb 2015
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New Zealand construction activity is rebounding from a slump during the recession as private sector work picks ups, according to a property consult.
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50% of Kiwi schools now using Network for Learning's internet services
Thu, 5th Feb 2015
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Nearly 1,300 schools are now using the government-funded N4L Managed Network, with it’s uncapped data, web filtering and network security services.
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NZ Government taps into international education market
Tue, 3rd Feb 2015
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The New Zealand Government is set to invest nearly NZD $450,000 in 12 new international education growth initiatives, focusing on the US and Asian markets.
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Are iPads essential for learning in New Zealand classrooms?
Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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In New Zealand, a $129,975 study led by Dr. Greg Falloon explores iPads' role in enhancing student problem-solving and thinking in classrooms.
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CORE Education to lead NZ Learning Technologies Advisory
Fri, 12th Dec 2014
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CORE Education to spearhead NZ's Learning Technologies Advisory, enhancing e-learning in schools with digital tech and broadband.
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NZ students win big in Orion Health's Codeworx competition
Thu, 27th Nov 2014
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Orion Health's Codeworx competition, in its second year, sees a number of young students take away big prizes for their useful and inventive projects.
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94% of Kiwi schools turn to online resources for better education
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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A recent report on New Zealand schools show digital technology is being widely adopted and is contributing to higher student achievement.
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The IT Girls Club, for girls who want to code
Tue, 18th Nov 2014
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The extra-curricular club provides girls opportunities to learn about coding, computer science and possible career opportunities.
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Facebook joins the fight against Ebola with three initiatives
Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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Facebook launches trio of initiatives to combat Ebola, including donations, education, and communication aid for West Africa.
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Microsoft's Expert Educator Program launched in New Zealand
Thu, 6th Nov 2014
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Microsoft launches the Expert Educator Program in New Zealand, honouring pioneering teachers transforming education with technology.