Educating teachers for a complex world
Two recent reports focus on newly graduated teachers and how they fare in the classroom. MELISSA WASTNEY talks to two leaders of teacher education programmes about the consistency of teacher training across the country.
What every primary teacher should know about vocabulary
In Dr Jannie van Hees’ new book 'What every primary teacher should know about vocabulary' she discusses the importance of building word knowledge.
Opinion: Mayleen Gautusa – ‘Solution-itis’: No such thing as a quick fix
Mayleen Gautusa argues that there is no quick fix when it comes to improving our students' reading abilities.
Improving Māori student achievement through effective use of data
Research out of the University of Auckland highlights just how important the effective use of quality data in schools is in helping to raise Māori student achievement.
Kaitao Intermediate ensuring positive behaviour in pupils
A Rotorua school principal believes schools nationwide need to adopt new ways of thinking to ensure they abide by the standards for physical restraint.
Doctorate meets career
It can sometimes be difficult to make the connection between doctorate-level qualifications and the world of work. However, Otago Polytechnic’s newly launched Doctor of Professional Practice is helping to join the dots.
Are our kids future fit? Building 21C skills for the new world of work
Auckland based start-up 21C Skills Lab is hosting a series of events in October to raise awareness of the challenge and opportunity around 21C skills.
Assuring the quality of tertiary teaching in New Zealand
DR JOHN BOEREBOOM argues that we need to develop a clearer framework to measure quality tertiary teaching in New Zealand.
Role models in Education: Providing a platform for professional development
ANNIE GRAHAM-RILEY looks at a sporting initiative that has opened the doors to more collaboration and collegiality among schools.
Growing Up in New Zealand – Longitudinal Study
A petition calling on the government to restore critical funding to the Growing Up in New Zealand study has gathered thousands of signatures within days of being launched.