New Zealand Schools stories - Page 6
Where is the government's UFB rollout up to
Wed, 1st Oct 2014
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In a recent update, Chorus says New Zealand is ranked first for growth in fibre coverage from 2012 to 2013 worldwide.
Pond invites all educators to jump on in
Fri, 19th Sep 2014
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N4L's Pond opens its digital doors to every NZ educator, introducing 'Make a Splash' for seamless school integration into its portal.
Canon’s green grants grow community
Fri, 12th Sep 2014
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Canon NZ's £15,000 green grants aim to boost eco-projects within schools and communities, offering vital support and Canon tech.
Microsoft’s Yammer Enterprise invites schools on board
Mon, 25th Aug 2014
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New Zealand schools can now access Microsoft's Yammer Enterprise for free, enhancing collaboration and creativity in education.
Lightning Lab accelerates Kiwi start ups to success with $2.2m funding
Tue, 12th Aug 2014
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Teams from Lightning Lab, New Zealand's digital accelerator programme, have secured $2.2m in seed investment capital.
Ahead of schedule N4L connects 700th Kiwi school...
Thu, 7th Aug 2014
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The rollout of fast internet to New Zealand schools reaches milestone as Te Kura o Waikare becomes the 700th connected school.
AVG: NZ teachers need online safety support...
Mon, 14th Jul 2014
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Three-quarters of New Zealand teachers believe parents are relying on schools to educate their children about online safety.
Labour’s education policy aims to reduce digital divide
Mon, 7th Jul 2014
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Labour vows to bridge digital divide with portable computers for students in Years 5-13, aiming to make digital education accessible for all.
New plug & play 3D printer - suitable for every classroom
Mon, 30th Jun 2014
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The XYZ Printing Da Vinci 1.0 revolutionises school learning with its low-cost, easy-to-use 3D printing, nurturing STEM interest.
N4L rollout ahead of schedule, says Govt
Fri, 13th Jun 2014
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500 schools in New Zealand are now connected to the Managed Network under the N4L programme, ahead of schedule.
Creative ideas lead to designer app
Wed, 21st May 2014
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EIT's ideaschool launches innovative app, enhancing connectivity and creativity among staff and students, crafted by local talent at snApp Mobile.
New direction for sign language with ebook first
Thu, 15th May 2014
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Ebooks are now available for students who use New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL), the first digital resources of this kind to be used in New Zealand schools.
Pilot trial moves online examinations a step closer
Fri, 9th May 2014
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NZQA partners with Education Perfect for an e-MCAT pilot, bringing NCEA Level 1 maths exams online for select schools.
eLearning innovation leads to DEANZ Award
Mon, 5th May 2014
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Open Polytechnic lecturer wins DEANZ Award for excellence in eLearning, enhancing primary science teaching in NZ with innovative programs.
Telecom changes its name to Spark
Fri, 21st Feb 2014
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Telecom rebrands as Spark, reflecting a shift towards digital services and aiming to embody the energy and creativity of New Zealanders.
Telecom launches new internet TV business following financials
Fri, 21st Feb 2014
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Telecom steadies with NZ$167m profit, pivots to digital with new internet TV venture, ShowmeTV, amid industry shifts.
Schools to become digital hubs
Mon, 18th Nov 2013
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Schools with ultra-fast broadband will soon be able to share their fibre connections with their local communities.
One laptop per child NZ launched
Fri, 25th Oct 2013
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The One Laptop Per Child NZ Charitable Trust was officially launched in New Zealand at the Institute of IT Professionals (IITP) national conference yesterday.
Microsoft provides extra tech to over one million Kiwi students
Thu, 17th Oct 2013
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Microsoft's Student Advantage programme to equip over a million NZ students with free access to Office 365, boosting future job readiness.
Security challenges in a BYOD environment
Thu, 3rd Oct 2013
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Schools face mounting security concerns as BYOD programs grow, amidst fears over data safety and cyberbullying.