New Zealand Schools stories - Page 3
New Zealand high schools embrace technology for the future
Thu, 13th Oct 2016
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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schools
Rangitoto College and Avondale College in New Zealand have implemented Aruba's Mobility Defined Networks to support student and teaching initiatives.
Your school's Internet security policy: Blueprint to protect your students, staff and network
Tue, 23rd Aug 2016
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uc
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Defining the rules is the first step in securing your school's network. Ingram Micro's Andrew Khan explains what you need to know.
Free app transforms parent-teacher communication
Mon, 15th Aug 2016
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schools
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parent teacher calendar app
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community
New Zealand schools are using a free app to connect with parents, providing school news, event updates and instant messaging push notifications.
Hacking a risk to all businesses, no matter the size
Mon, 15th Aug 2016
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cybersecurity
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schools
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content creation
Cyber security is vital for businesses of all sizes, warns Aura Information Security, after New Zealand schools were recently hacked.
It takes a tech sector to raise a digital child
Tue, 9th Aug 2016
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microsoft
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schools
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nztech
Government needs to partner with the tech sector to embed digital education in New Zealand schools, says Microsoft NZ's Evan Blackman.
Nikki Kaye speaks: Progressing 21st Century school infrastructure
Mon, 18th Jul 2016
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edutech
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e-learning
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schools
I thought it may be useful to give you an update on where we are at with the wider education portfolio, including digital infrastructure.
Kiwi instructional management system Hapara launches on Microsoft Office 365
Tue, 28th Jun 2016
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e-learning
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microsoft
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schools
Hapara on the Office 365 platform gives educators the tool they need to enable visibility, personalised learning & safety in this digital environment.
NZ Education system not evolving fast enough
Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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ict
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schools
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nztech
There is a need to teach teachers how to bring technology into the classroom, not as a specialist subject, but as a method of teaching all subjects.
NZ schools love tech, but we still have outdated procurement methods
Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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edutech
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schools
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canvas lms
New Zealand schools are adopting the rapid growth and evolution of technology faster and better than most schools worldwide, says LMS provider.
The future of technology in schools
Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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edutech
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
The completion of the Schools Network Upgrade Project (SNUP) program is an important milestone for New Zealand schools.
You're invited: NZTech Advance Education Technology Summit
Mon, 30th May 2016
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edutech
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education, learning & training
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schools
The summit brings together two facets of education technology, both of which will have an impact on the economy and the future for NZ students.
Labour slams controversial 100k BYOD donation
Tue, 17th May 2016
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byod
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schools
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labour party
The Labour Party is accusing the Govt of ignoring inequalities caused by BYOD after a controversial 100k donation to Wakatipu High School.
Kiwi educators urged to take the cloud plunge
Tue, 10th May 2016
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cloud services
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schools
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edtech
New Zealand schools are failing to fully embrace cloud, leading to additional cost and complexity in their systems according to Kiwi company Dynamo6.
Kiwi lessons to be learned from booming edtech market
Tue, 10th May 2016
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schools
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nztech
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edtech
The booming education technology market will be under the microscope at a NZTech education technology summit in July.
Cyclone takes out Google APAC Partner of the Year for devices
Mon, 2nd May 2016
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schools
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cyclone computers
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mobility
Kiwi firm Cyclone named Google's APAC Partner of the Year for Devices, recognizing its expertise in meeting customers' Google needs.
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.
Further $8.5 million boost for govt's Wireless School Network Upgrade Project
Fri, 29th Apr 2016
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edutech
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schools
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ministry of education
Nikki Kaye announces an additional £6.5m for Wireless School Network Upgrade, enabling 350 more NZ schools to go wireless.
Banqer: Fun financial literacy for kids
Fri, 29th Apr 2016
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fintech
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education, learning & training
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schools
Banqer, a gaming platform for kids to learn about money, is expanding internationally after winning multiple competitions.
Kiwi school takes out Robotics championships
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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robots
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schools
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nztech
Auckland's Lynfield College clinches the high school excellence title at the VEX Robotics World Championships, continuing NZ's winning streak.
Warehouse Stationery looks to keep handwriting alive in digital world
Mon, 11th Apr 2016
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schools
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notebook
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digital literacy
Warehouse Stationery launches initiative to promote handwriting in New Zealand schools, giving children the chance to write a postcard for free.