Education stories - Page 28
Kiwi schools stuck in server land, remain slow to adopt the cloud
Fri, 29th Apr 2016
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edutech
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datacentre infrastructure
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cloud services
Many New Zealand schools are hesitant to move to the cloud, causing added complexity, says IT support company Dynamo6.
Worlds collide: Design lecturer uses 3D tech to bring history to life
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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edutech
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3d printing
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victoria university
Whitireia lecturer recreates WWI chess piece using 3D tech to commemorate great-grandfather who carved it in the trenches.
Fortinet’s secure networks improve visibility and simplify management
Tue, 19th Apr 2016
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edutech
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Fortinet's advanced network security solutions offer schools unparalleled visibility, simplifying ICT management and enhancing operational efficiency.
5 golden rules for using technology in classrooms
Wed, 13th Apr 2016
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schools
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technology in the classroom
Is technology a distraction? Does it help teachers and students in their learning journeys? The debate is never ending.
Interactive content and gamification: Key trends shaping education
Mon, 11th Apr 2016
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edutech
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gaming
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e-learning
The education sector will be shaped by interactive content, adaptive learning technologies, and gamification in e-learning, according to a report by Technavio.
Updated: Education sector slams Joyce on income rankings
Thu, 7th Apr 2016
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edutech
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government
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salaries
Educators are 'astounded' that Joyce, in releasing this data, suggests teaching isn’t the profession to choose if you want a prosperous future.
CompTIA expands education offering for channel
Thu, 7th Apr 2016
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edutech
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it training
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partner programmes
CompTIA is ramping up its education resources with the launch of online executive certificate courses and new quick start e-learning courses.
IT a top earning degree for Kiwi students
Mon, 4th Apr 2016
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edutech
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degree
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graduate
IT and civil engineering top earnings list for NZ grads, outpacing national median, reveals Govt data on graduate income premiums.
LANDESK commits to APAC with new exec
Fri, 1st Apr 2016
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edutech
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public sector
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sales
Tng will work closely with partners and the channel to further develop the company’s business in enterprise markets, including Australia and NZ.
Education technology critical for developing 21st century skills
Wed, 30th Mar 2016
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edutech
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ai
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ar, vr & metaverse
Social and emotional skills are crucial in the modern workforce, according to a global survey by the Boston Consulting Group.
Top computer science university revealed
Wed, 30th Mar 2016
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computer science
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mit
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has been ranked as the best university for Computer Science, according to a global survey.
Labour’s big ideas
Thu, 24th Mar 2016
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edutech
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labour party
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education
The Labour Party has announced 10 Big Ideas as part of its Future of Work conference held in Auckland this week, with technology playing a big role.
How can you overcome the device enrolment nightmare?
Wed, 23rd Mar 2016
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network infrastructure
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wireless networks
The education sector has redefined the way students learn with digital tools - smart WiFi networks are a must.
EdTech World Tour comes to an end: 'NZ has been a great inspiration'
Wed, 23rd Mar 2016
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it training
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social media
Busson and Jarre say at each stage of the New Zealand leg, they were welcomed and impressed by this country’s approach to edtech.
Ed-tech holds 'enormous power' to foster learning beyond the basics
Tue, 15th Mar 2016
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edutech
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uc
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ar, vr & metaverse
Education technology is crucial for fostering social and emotional learning, according to a new report by the World Economic Forum and BCG.
Kiwi schools ditch the textbooks, take up sports wearables
Tue, 15th Mar 2016
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edutech
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wearables
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healthtech
Schools in New Zealand are using sports GPS technology to teach subjects such as maths and English using personal data.
One million visitors later, Kiwi history website revamped
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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edutech
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cloud services
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learning
One million history buffs boost Kiwi website into a revamp, making the past a daily delight for global audience.
From student tests to innovative learning: Top EdTech trends of today
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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edutech
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digital transformation
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e-learning
EdTech revolutionises classrooms with focus on assessment models, computer science, and data privacy, reveals EdSurge and AT&T study.
PlayKids educational app named Best Streaming Video Platform
Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
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edutech
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digital entertainment
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apps
PlayKids wins Best Streaming Video Platform for preschoolers at Kidscreen 2016 Awards, beating other popular apps like Hopster.
Maplesoft rolls out major update to education software
Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
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edutech
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document management
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data analytics
Maplesoft releases major update of flagship product, Maple, with new features aimed at educators and researchers.