NZQA stories
NCEA exams finally go online in 2019
Tue, 19th Feb 2019
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NZQA introduces online marking system for NCEA exams, with 14 subjects going online this year and more in 2020. Students support move to digital assessment.
Cloud native: Exclusive interview with API Talent's CEO & NZQA's CIO
Tue, 6th Jun 2017
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Drive a Tesla, and then get into another competitor’s electric vehicle and drive that - that for me is the difference.
NZQA registration withdrawal proves it will not tolerate poor education provision
Wed, 17th May 2017
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The New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) has withdrawn the registration of Linguis International Institute, a private training establishment.
Historic statement signed to entice more Korean students to NZ - and vice versa
Fri, 24th Feb 2017
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The lines between the Republic of Korea and New Zealand have been significantly bolstered with a recently signed statement.
Te Kura offers online help to students needing more NCEA credits
Wed, 18th Jan 2017
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Te Kura offers a lifeline to Kiwi students needing extra NCEA credits to qualify for university by providing online courses with qualified teachers.
School exams disrupted by earthquake
Mon, 14th Nov 2016
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In an urgent update, the NZQA has advised all New Zealand Scholarship examinations have been postponed in light of this morning’s earthquakes.
Young Māori innovators head to Silicon Valley
Tue, 19th Jul 2016
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The students, along with chaperones, have already left for the land of innovation in California and have a big adventure ahead.
NZTC makes Chinese Ministry of Education list
Wed, 10th Feb 2016
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The JSJ Study Abroad website lists education providers outside of China who are highly regarded by the Chinese Ministry of Education.
NCEA exam results online
Wed, 13th Jan 2016
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Nerves are surely high as the NZQA makes available NCEA results for 2015. Almost 170,000 students can view their results via the NZQA website.
NZQA harnesses tech to help students through exam prep
Fri, 30th Oct 2015
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With NCEA exams just a week away, the NZQA is harnessing technology – including YouTube – to provide advice on exam study and preparation.
NZQA urges parents to help students prepare for exams
Thu, 29th Oct 2015
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NZQA calls on parents to support the 145,000 students facing NCEA exams with practical study advice and environments.
NZQA to provide exam resources online
Fri, 9th Oct 2015
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A specific page containing study tips, timetables and examination rules will be available on the NZQA website late October.
Mixed results for NZQA online maths exam
Fri, 9th Oct 2015
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Over 11,000 New Zealand students have completed a digital maths assessment, with mixed results, according to the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA).
NZQA hits back against online examination criticism
Wed, 2nd Sep 2015
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If students are living & learning in a world where technology is always at their fingertips, it makes sense they should be assessed using technology.
NCEA apps updated to include more languages
Wed, 2nd Sep 2015
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New version of NCEA Guide and NCEA Student apps available, offering free tools for students, parents, and employers, says NZQA.
NZQA to discuss digital assessment in schools
Thu, 14th May 2015
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education
NZQA plans to increase digital assessment in schools, reflecting the need to keep pace with technology, says deputy chief executive Richard Thornton.
N4L and NZQA partner up to help Kiwi teachers
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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N4L has officially partnered up with the NZQA to enable teachers to manage their moderation requirements within Pond.
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.
Have your say on ICT qualifications
Fri, 11th Oct 2013
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qualifications
Your views needed on reforming ICT qualifications in NZ. Have a hand in shaping the future landscape of tech education. Deadline: Oct 16.
Attractions up north
Mon, 1st Feb 2010
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network infrastructure
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microsoft
Mark Smith, CEO of Whangarei-based Magnetism Software Solutions, tells The Channel about its growth as a supplier of business software solutions.