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Solar energy for Wellington schools

Thu, 19th Sep 2013
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Wellington schools embark on a solar energy journey, pairing with the city council and Genesis Energy, to enlighten and power education.
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New game to help autistic students

Wed, 18th Sep 2013
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A free iPad and Android game is delivering fresh observations about children with Autism and Asperger Syndrome.
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Technology to change teaching and learning

Tue, 17th Sep 2013
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Technology developed by an AUT student to add speech capability to presentations could lead to collaborative and socially responsible learning.
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Students and schools could be affected by 'copper tax'

Mon, 16th Sep 2013
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New Zealand schools and students could face steep internet costs as proposed 'copper tax' may shift NZD $600 million to broadband provider, Chorus.
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More high tech studios for youth

Fri, 13th Sep 2013
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Govt allocates NZD $1.9 million for High Tech Youth Network to open new studios in Dunedin and Penrose, fostering digital skills in young Kiwis.
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Technology package up for grabs for Enviroschools

Wed, 11th Sep 2013
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A competition for Enviroschools that aims to raise awareness among school students of the need to recycle unwanted televisions has been launched this week.
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UFB without contract on offer for schools

Tue, 10th Sep 2013
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Telecommunications company CallPlus is offering New Zealand schools a zero term contract for ultra-fast broadband (UFB).
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Summit gives students a creative voice

Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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Two Auckland students had the chance to create a digital media message with students from around the world at the recent Adobe Youth Voices Summit.
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Study to examine how technology develops literacy skills

Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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Massey University's study aims to prove digital tech and TVs as beneficial learning tools for children's literacy skills.
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Computers help connect communities

Mon, 2nd Sep 2013
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Communities connect as Otago Polytechnic's Digital Outreach gifts computers to Blueskin Bay Library, fueling online learning and skill development.
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Students encouraged to shoot for stars

Fri, 30th Aug 2013
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West Auckland school students to Skype with New Zealand-born NASA engineer who is fulfilling his dream to become an astronaut.
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Student engagement drives technology use

Tue, 27th Aug 2013
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A cluster of schools in Auckland's Eastern suburbs has found a way to enhance student engagement with digital technology.
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Join Fijian voyagers in Skype classroom tonight

Wed, 21st Aug 2013
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Pacific voyaging and navigation is to take centre stage in a Skype in the classroom event tonight as part of the Exploring Oceans series.
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Happy (?) 1st birthday Novopay

Tue, 20th Aug 2013
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Novopay marks its 1st year amid improvement but faces ongoing challenges and a pivotal system upgrade to address tax issues.
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More than 1,000 schools register with N4L

Mon, 19th Aug 2013
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Over 1,000 schools have eagerly registered to join Network for Learning's managed network, promising enhanced online education by 2016.
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University chooses Adobe to manage web content

Mon, 12th Aug 2013
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University of Auckland partners with Adobe to innovate its digital landscape, enhancing the web experience for students, staff, and alumni.
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Ministry extends Microsoft Schools Agreement to 2015

Thu, 8th Aug 2013
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Teachers and students across the country have greater access to modern e-learning tools thanks to the renewed Microsoft Schools Agreement.
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Marlborough schools to get slice of Pi

Wed, 7th Aug 2013
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Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology donates Raspberry Pi computers to 13 local schools, empowering students to compete in the {Codeworx} challenge.
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DIY apps being built by schools

Fri, 2nd Aug 2013
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Murrays Bay Intermediate School embraces DIY tech, successfully launching their own app, enhancing communication with parents.
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Digital learning supported by council

Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Auckland's children to benefit as council backs digital learning initiative, enhancing education and employment prospects city-wide.