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Education stories - Page 12

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University of Auckland upgrades to 'cutting edge' LMS software
Tue, 3rd May 2016
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Instructure, the company behind Canvas, has doubled its staff in APAC and secured the University of Auckland as a customer.
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How your school can keep up with the digital revolution - and not fall behind
Tue, 3rd May 2016
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The tech world is booming - as a result, coding skills are in high demand, with related jobs paying significantly more than the average position.
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Kiwi schools stuck in server land, remain slow to adopt the cloud
Fri, 29th Apr 2016
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Many New Zealand schools are hesitant to move to the cloud, causing added complexity, says IT support company Dynamo6.
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Worlds collide: Design lecturer uses 3D tech to bring history to life
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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Whitireia lecturer recreates WWI chess piece using 3D tech to commemorate great-grandfather who carved it in the trenches.
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Fortinet’s secure networks improve visibility and simplify management
Tue, 19th Apr 2016
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Fortinet leads with secure networks, offering schools enhanced oversight and streamlined ICT management.
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5 golden rules for using technology in classrooms
Wed, 13th Apr 2016
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Is technology a distraction? Does it help teachers and students in their learning journeys? The debate is never ending.
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Interactive content and gamification: Key trends shaping education
Mon, 11th Apr 2016
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The education sector will be shaped by interactive content, adaptive learning technologies, and gamification in e-learning, according to a report by Technavio.
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Updated: Education sector slams Joyce on income rankings
Thu, 7th Apr 2016
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Educators are 'astounded' that Joyce, in releasing this data, suggests teaching isn’t the profession to choose if you want a prosperous future.
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CompTIA expands education offering for channel
Thu, 7th Apr 2016
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CompTIA is ramping up its education resources with the launch of online executive certificate courses and new quick start e-learning courses.
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IT a top earning degree for Kiwi students
Mon, 4th Apr 2016
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IT and civil engineering top earnings list for NZ grads, outpacing national median, reveals Govt data on graduate income premiums.
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LANDESK commits to APAC with new exec
Fri, 1st Apr 2016
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Tng will work closely with partners and the channel to further develop the company’s business in enterprise markets, including Australia and NZ.
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Education technology critical for developing 21st century skills
Wed, 30th Mar 2016
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Social and emotional skills are crucial in the modern workforce, according to a global survey by the Boston Consulting Group.
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Top computer science university revealed
Wed, 30th Mar 2016
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The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has been ranked as the best university for Computer Science, according to a global survey.
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Labour’s big ideas
Thu, 24th Mar 2016
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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.
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How can you overcome the device enrolment nightmare?
Wed, 23rd Mar 2016
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The education sector has redefined the way students learn with digital tools - smart WiFi networks are a must.
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EdTech World Tour comes to an end: 'NZ has been a great inspiration'
Wed, 23rd Mar 2016
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Busson and Jarre say at each stage of the New Zealand leg, they were welcomed and impressed by this country’s approach to edtech.
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Ed-tech holds 'enormous power' to foster learning beyond the basics
Tue, 15th Mar 2016
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Education technology is crucial for fostering social and emotional learning, according to a new report by the World Economic Forum and BCG.
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Kiwi schools ditch the textbooks, take up sports wearables
Tue, 15th Mar 2016
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Schools in New Zealand are using sports GPS technology to teach subjects such as maths and English using personal data.
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One million visitors later, Kiwi history website revamped
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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One million history buffs boost Kiwi website into a revamp, making the past a daily delight for global audience.
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From student tests to innovative learning: Top EdTech trends of today
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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EdTech revolutionises classrooms with focus on assessment models, computer science, and data privacy, reveals EdSurge and AT&T study.
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PlayKids educational app named Best Streaming Video Platform
Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
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PlayKids wins Best Streaming Video Platform for preschoolers at Kidscreen 2016 Awards, beating other popular apps like Hopster.
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Maplesoft rolls out major update to education software
Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
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Maplesoft releases major update of flagship product, Maple, with new features aimed at educators and researchers.
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Sony Global Education looks to revolutionise education with blockchain tech
Tue, 1st Mar 2016
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Sony Global Education develops blockchain technology for open sharing of academic records and aims to revolutionize education evaluation.
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New ANZ channel head for Unit4
Mon, 29th Feb 2016
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Chris Tithof spearheads Unit4's push in ANZ, targeting 'people-centric' sectors as they aim for a bold 100% growth.