EdTech stories - Page 3
Raglan: Home to NZ's first enviro-tech camp for kids
Wed, 19th Jun 2019
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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.
NZ's education sector must move fast to support edtech
Mon, 10th Jun 2019
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skills gap
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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.
Wisenet releases education campus management solution
Wed, 17th Apr 2019
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Wisenet ITS Application Suite can be customised and configured to meet modern public education provider demands.
AWS programme to boost EdTech innovation
Tue, 9th Apr 2019
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public cloud
AWS EdStart provides promotional credits, customised training, marketing opportunities, mentorship, and technical support to EdTech startups.
Acer’s new laptops for business and education
Mon, 4th Mar 2019
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personal computing devices
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The TravelMate X514 is designed for business and commercial use, while the Chromebook Spin 13 aims for the growing classroom device market.
Edtech firm Kami raises $1.5m
Thu, 17th Jan 2019
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New Zealand's edtech firm Kami raises USD $1.5 million, aiming to expand its innovative paperless classroom solutions across North America and beyond.
Class in the clouds: How AI and cloud can transform education
Thu, 3rd Jan 2019
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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.
Kiwi firm Code Avengers exports EdTech to Chile
Wed, 8th Aug 2018
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A Hamilton tech innovator has scored a breakthrough deal with the Chilean government that will benefit 1500 disadvantaged students in Chile.
Edtech startup says Kiwi teachers are overworked & underpaid
Mon, 11th Jun 2018
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Teachers are overworked and underpaid – and to prepare our next generations for the tech evolutions, they need to be paid better.
Ed-tech company creates channel head role for ANZ expansion
Thu, 1st Mar 2018
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apac expansion
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promethean
Based in Sydney, the newly created position filled by Martin Strong is designed to support the company’s growth ambitions in the region.
IDP Education boosts growth of Edtech startup
Wed, 31st Jan 2018
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cohort go
Edtech company, Cohort Go, announced a major partnership with international student placement company, IDP Education.
New report looks at immersive tech and education
Mon, 19th Jun 2017
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Report released looking at the projected uptake of VR technologies in education and how the edtech sector will up their game.
You're Invited: Explore cutting edge edtech and pedagogy
Mon, 12th Jun 2017
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Upcoming edtech conference hopes to share insights with the education sector and connect educators with leading tech players.
Te reo digital literacy essential for equitable future
Wed, 31st May 2017
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te reo māori
Ministry of Education focuses on te reo and digital literacy to revive indigenous language and prepare for tech-driven future.
Recharging robots with stories and teamwork in term 2
Mon, 22nd May 2017
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collaboration
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technology in the classroom
A chance to try a new gamification tool that encourages collaboration. Can you save the droid before his power cells are permanently drained?.
You're invited: Get looped in on latest ideas in education
Thu, 18th May 2017
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children's commissioner
LoopEd 2017 could be a great opportunity for Wellington educators looking for some professional development, and some mid-year inspiration.
Techweek '17 shared tech world with Kiwis, 2018 is next
Wed, 17th May 2017
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Techweek '17 is over but not forgotten, hopefully educators were able to take a piece of tech knowledge home from 'class' this year.
Math trail sets Waikato on learning journey with bot buddy
Tue, 16th May 2017
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New educational trail enables people to recognise and be intrigued by the mathematics all around them. Opening their eyes to maths and its usefulness.
COOLs are coming and Te Kura is ready for the change
Mon, 15th May 2017
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Communities of Online Learning move closer to reality as Education (Update) Amendment Bill passes final reading. Te Kura ready for the transition.
Let us tell your story - Educators is here to listen
Thu, 11th May 2017
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We want to hear from you. How is the changing digital landscape affecting your educational offerings? We want to tell your stories.