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Raglan: Home to NZ's first enviro-tech camp for kids
EduTech

Raglan: Home to NZ's first enviro-tech camp for kids

When you think of tech camps for kids, the North Island's rugged surf spot Raglan may not be the first place that comes to mind – until now, at least.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2019
NZ's education sector must move fast to support edtech
EdTech

NZ's education sector must move fast to support edtech

New Zealand's education sector needs to face up to automation and the way it will affect people's jobs in years to come – and it needs to move quickly to do so.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Jun 2019
Kiwi firm Code Avengers exports EdTech to Chile
Schools

Kiwi firm Code Avengers exports EdTech to Chile

A Hamilton tech innovator has scored a breakthrough deal with the Chilean government that will benefit 1500 disadvantaged students in Chile.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Aug 2018
Edtech startup says Kiwi teachers are overworked & underpaid
Kiwibank

Edtech startup says Kiwi teachers are overworked & underpaid

Teachers are overworked and underpaid – and to prepare our next generations for the tech evolutions, they need to be paid better.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Jun 2018
New report looks at immersive tech and education
AR, VR & Metaverse

New report looks at immersive tech and education

Report released looking at the projected uptake of VR technologies in education and how the edtech sector will up their game.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Jun 2017

Global Stories

D2L integrates Microsoft Teams into education training platform
EduTech

D2L integrates Microsoft Teams into education training platform

D2L's Brightspace learning management system will offer deeper integration with Microsoft Teams for online education and training.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Aug 2020
7 ways educational technology improves classroom experiences
EduTech

7 ways educational technology improves classroom experiences

Educational technology integration is crucial for today's classrooms, with benefits including better student outcomes and increased engagement.

By Nadav Avni • 5 min read • Thu, 20th Aug 2020
COVID-19: Google releases new info hub for distance learning
EduTech

COVID-19: Google releases new info hub for distance learning

Teach From Home is a central hub of information, tips, training and tools. Plus, Google earmarks US$10 million for distance learning.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Mar 2020
Jamf announces powerful new product line
Mobile Device Management

Jamf announces powerful new product line

Jamf has deployed new functionality across its suite of products that take advantage of Apple's advances for businesses.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2019
Wisenet releases education campus management solution
Software-as-a-Service

Wisenet releases education campus management solution

Wisenet ITS Application Suite can be customised and configured to meet modern public education provider demands.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2019
AWS programme to boost EdTech innovation
Software-as-a-Service

AWS programme to boost EdTech innovation

AWS EdStart provides promotional credits, customised training, marketing opportunities, mentorship, and technical support to EdTech startups.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Apr 2019
Acer's new laptops for business and education
EduTech

Acer's new laptops for business and education

The TravelMate X514 is designed for business and commercial use, while the Chromebook Spin 13 aims for the growing classroom device market.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Mar 2019
Edtech firm Kami raises $1.5m
EduTech

Edtech firm Kami raises $1.5m

New Zealand's edtech firm Kami raises USD $1.5 million, aiming to expand its innovative paperless classroom solutions across North America and beyond.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Jan 2019
Class in the clouds: How AI and cloud can transform education
EduTech

Class in the clouds: How AI and cloud can transform education

The global education landscape is changing, and Australia no exception. Michael Chetner explains how AI and the cloud will create a new way to learn.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Jan 2019
Ed-tech company creates channel head role for ANZ expansion
EdTech

Ed-tech company creates channel head role for ANZ expansion

Based in Sydney, the newly created position filled by Martin Strong is designed to support the company's growth ambitions in the region.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Mar 2018
IDP Education boosts growth of Edtech startup
EdTech

IDP Education boosts growth of Edtech startup

Edtech company, Cohort Go, announced a major partnership with international student placement company, IDP Education.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Jan 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Ricoh brings the latest learning tech to respected college
EduTech

Ricoh brings the latest learning tech to respected college

Ricoh equips Our Lady of the Southern Cross College with a GBP £1 million digital platform, enhancing learning for 560 students with 40 interactive whiteboards.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2019