Iflove Education Reviews List: Educational Resources This Week
Iflove Education Reviews List: Educational Resources This Week
Teachers need time to teach
07 April 2008 4:11pm | PPTA
Parents have an unrealistic idea of what schools and teachers are funded for and are able to do, PPTA president Robin Duff says. This comes after it was revealed police had been called in by parents to investigate whether Hutt Valley High School …
New Appointment At Brook Sanctuary
06 April 2008 12:23pm | Brook Sanctuary
Shine Kelly, the Brook Waimarama Sanctuary¹s recently appointed Teaching Fellow, has welcomed the first of many school visits to the site. Shine, originally from Nelson, has joined the Sanctuary from a teaching position at Karori Normal School …
New Deputy CE for Waiariki Institute of Technology
04 April 2008 2:58pm | Waiariki Institute Of Technology
Waiariki Institute of Technology has just appointed a new Deputy Chief Executive - Maori. Keith Ikin (Ngati Maniapoto) comes to Waiariki with a broad experience of tertiary education. His experience includes lectureships at the Universities of Waikato …
Student allowance adjustments just don’t cut it
03 April 2008 4:48pm | New Zealand University Student’s Association
Students are labelling Government claims that this week’s paltry Consumer Price Index increases to student allowances reflect “support for vulnerable communities” as insulting.
Vero Award finalist
03 April 2008 3:27pm | Open Polytechnic
Chris Matthews, a lecturer in Small Business at The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand, is a finalist in the individual category of this year’s Vero Excellence in Small Business Support Awards.
Power to the Pupils
03 April 2008 2:54pm | NZ Post Book Awards
School students around the country have an opportunity now to use their own ‘pen power’ by voting for their favourite New Zealand children’s book in the celebrated Children’s Choice Award organised in conjunction with the New Zealand Post Book …
Children to say what it is like to grow up in NZ
03 April 2008 11:19am | University of Auckland
On Friday 4 April 2008, the University of Auckland launches New Zealand’s largest research project to follow a group of children from before their births until they reach adulthood.
Caucasian president commits to liberal propaganda
03 April 2008 11:06am | Aotearoa Student Press Association
Students can expect radical changes in the way their news is reported, thanks to the unexpected appointment of a middle-class white male as this year’s president of the Aotearoa Student Press Association.
New Deputy CEO, Waiariki Institute of Technology
03 April 2008 10:25am | Waiariki Institute Of Technology
Waiariki Institute of Technology has just appointed a new Deputy Chief Executive (Maori). Mr Keith Ikin (Ngati Maniapoto) comes to Waiariki with a broad experience of tertiary education. His experience includes lectureships at the Universities of …
AUS Tertiary Update
03 April 2008 9:17am | Association of University Staff
Universities of technology unnecessary, confusing Parliament’s education and science select committee has been warned that any move to establish a new category of university, a university of technology, will further confuse an already highly differentiated …
Vast Majority Of Teachers Benefit From Pay Rise
02 April 2008 5:13pm | NZEI
National MP Anne Tolley should front up with evidence that any teachers are being pressured to join NZEI, or withdraw her claim, the education union NZEI Te Riu Roa says.
Bullying: We need change in schools
02 April 2008 4:51pm | NZAAHD
The death of bullied and beaten up school boy Toran Henry, 17, raises public demand for real and proactive change in our school environments.
Nominations sought for Distinguished Alumni Award
02 April 2008 12:00pm | Victoria University of Wellington
Victoria University of Wellington is calling for nominations for the annual Distinguished Alumni Awards that honour graduates who have reached the heights of success in their profession, communities or nation.
NZQA position on national degrees strongly opposed
01 April 2008 5:17pm | Vice Chancellors’ Committee
The NZ Vice-Chancellors’ Committee and its Committee on University Academic Programmes continue to disagree strongly with the NZ Qualifications Authority’s interpretation of the Education Act in regard to degree approval requirements.
Breakaway union plans misguided
01 April 2008 9:47am | PPTA
Plans for a breakaway principals’ union are misguided and legally fraught, PPTA president Robin Duff says.
Schools Plus spotlight shadows resource concerns
31 March 2008 12:29pm | PPTA
While the Government shines the spotlight on its new Schools Plus project, it appears to be ignoring resourcing issues that already exist, PPTA president Robin Duff says.
Progress of women to senior positions glacial
31 March 2008 10:52am | Association of University Staff
Although the number of women holding senior academic positions in New Zealand universities has increased in the last year, progress toward equity is still glacial according to the Association of University Staff (AUS).
Heavy response ignores underlying funding issues
31 March 2008 8:18am | PPTA
The Minister of Education should be spending more energy addressing serious funding shortages in schools than publicly chastising principals, PPTA Secondary Principals Council chair Arthur Graves says.
NZEI Te Riu Roa Appoints New Leader
30 March 2008 4:16pm | NZEI
The country’s largest education union, NZEI Te Riu Roa, has appointed Paul Goulter to its top post as National Secretary.
A New Zealand first for excellence in education
28 March 2008 5:15pm | Wellington Institute of Technology
Last night, the School of Hospitality and Tourism at Wellington Institute of Technology (WelTec), was assessed to be a centre of vocational excellence. A panel of external industry, academic and business experts judged WelTec against a set of internationally …
Walk to School Week goes nationwide
28 March 2008 3:55pm | Land Transport New Zealand
28 March 2008 40,000 more Kiwi kids back on their feet as Walk to School Week goes nationwide
Early Childhood Teachers Urge Caution
28 March 2008 3:06pm | NZEI
A move to lower standards for gym creches is being applauded as “dealing to bureaucracy” and a victory for common sense, but those who work with babies and young children in early childhood education services say children could be at …
Wintec Fellowship for Jerry Rickman
28 March 2008 2:51pm | Wintec
Chair of the Wintec Council, Gordon Chesterman said Mr. Rickman was recognised widely for his outstanding achievements and leadership in business and in the wider community. Rickman is currently Chair of the Waikato District Health Board and chair of …
‘Rainbow Warrior’ scholarship funds emergency stu
28 March 2008 2:26pm | Massey University
A “Rainbow Warrior” scholarship has been awarded to Massey PhD student Laura Jacobs-Garrod, for her work on improving the way military and humanitarian organisations work together in complex emergencies. The prestigious Peace and Disarmament Education …
S Island unis join forces for entrepreneurship
28 March 2008 10:51am | New Zealand Government
One of the projects announced in the inaugural round of the Encouraging and Supporting Innovation Fund involves a three way partnership between the University of Canterbury, Lincoln University and the University of Otago.
Five-year study will support troubled youth
27 March 2008 4:17pm | Massey University
The most comprehensive ever study on troubled young New Zealanders is to be led by Massey University, with a focus on support and interventions for struggling youth. The Foundation for Research, Science and Technology today announced the latest funding …
Entries open in Reserve Bank Policy Challenge
27 March 2008 3:44pm | Reserve Bank
Entries have opened to the Reserve Bank of New Zealand 2008 Monetary Policy Challenge (MPC). The MPC is open to all New Zealand senior secondary school economics students. It is designed to expand students’ understanding of monetary policy and links to …
WelTec welcomes School Plus
27 March 2008 2:54pm | Wellington institute of Technology
“Schools Plus is an excellent initiative and one that Wellington Institute of Technology will support wholeheartedly,” says chief executive Dr Linda Sissons.
Oh Dr Hutchison, you’ve done it again!
27 March 2008 2:42pm | Auckland University Students Association
The Auckland University Students’ Association calls on the National Party to clarify again whether it believes New Zealand’s universities should have autonomy and independence in what they research, or if they should be directed by one of their MPs.
Buchanan dismissal unjustified, says ERA
27 March 2008 9:13am | Association of University Staff
The Employment Relations Authority has ruled that the dismissal of Dr Paul Buchanan from the University of Auckland was unjustified and it has awarded him more than $65,000 in lost wages and compensation.
AUS Tertiary Update
27 March 2008 9:09am | Association of University Staff
Buchanan dismissal unjustified, says Authority The Employment Relations Authority has ruled that the dismissal of Dr Paul Buchanan from the University of Auckland was unjustified and it has awarded him more than $65,000 in lost wages and compensation. …
Students selected for Australian Space School
26 March 2008 1:56pm | The Royal Society of New Zealand
Eight students from around New Zealand have been selected by the Royal Society of New Zealand to attend the Australian International Space School which will be based in Sydney and Canberra. They all depart on 3rd April and will meet up with students …
Open Polytechnic provides international assistance
26 March 2008 11:08am | Open Polytechnic
The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand is assisting the Commonwealth of Learning in developing an open content version of the International Computer Drivers Licence (ICDL) curriculum.
Otago success in inaugural funding round
25 March 2008 5:09pm | University of Otago
The University of Otago is delighted by its success in the inaugural round of the Encouraging and Supporting Innovation Fund, with at least six proposals involving Otago to receive funding.
Twenty nine projects benefit from Innovation fund
25 March 2008 12:49pm | Tertiary Education Commission
Twenty-nine projects have been awarded a total of $18.8 million in funding over three years through the Encouraging and Supporting Innovation fund, Tertiary Education Commission Chief Executive Janice Shiner announced today.
Early Childhood Conference Sold Out
25 March 2008 10:27am | Early Childhood Council
Early Childhood Conference Sold Out Six weeks before the event, New Zealand’s largest annual conference for early childhood professionals has already sold out, with 650 delegates booked to attend the three-day conference in Wellington and many more disappointed …
QPEC Public Forum: Education and the 2008 election
25 March 2008 8:41am | Quality Public Education Coalition - QPEC
Education spokespeople from the main political parties have been invited to discuss their party policies on education. Confirmed MPs are:
Whanganui UCOL Celebrates Graduation
20 March 2008 5:18pm | Universal College Of Learning
Students who completed their course of study at Whanganui UCOL last year will be recognised at a graduation ceremony on Wednesday 2 April. More than 200 students are eligible to receive certificates, diplomas and degrees.
Early Childhood Teachers Secure Pay Agreement
20 March 2008 4:17pm | NZEI
Hundreds of early childhood teachers are to receive pay rises of around five percent each year for two years following the successful settlement of the Early Childhood Education Collective Agreement of Aotearoa.
Top Doctoral Scholarship success for Victoria
20 March 2008 3:54pm | Victoria University of Wellington
Four Victoria University students have been awarded Top Achiever Doctoral Scholarships in the latest round of funding announced by the Tertiary Education Commission today. Bronwyn Wood, Adam Day, Matthew Weaver and Phillip Wong collectively received funding …
Organisations Announce Strategic Merger
20 March 2008 3:42pm | Joint Media Statement
PrintNZ Training and the New Zealand Journalists Industry Training Organisation will merge this year, creating a united industry training body to fully reflect the needs of the media and communications industries.
Lucrative scholarships for UC’s top achievers
20 March 2008 3:37pm | University of Canterbury
Six University of Canterbury doctoral students have been awarded scholarships collectively worth more than $500,000 in the latest Top Achievers Doctoral Scholarships round.
Open Polytechnic student wins prize
20 March 2008 2:20pm | Open Polytechnic
Open Polytechnic of New Zealand student and Auckland resident Valerie Coffey has been named the top national Legal Executive graduate for 2007.
School Students Prepare to Meet NZ Leaders
20 March 2008 12:21pm | Halogen Foundation
A bumper line-up of well-known New Zealand leaders are set to share their experiences and impart advice to thousands of promising young leaders around the country during the upcoming 2008 National Young Leaders’ Days for primary and intermediate students.
AUS Tertiary Update
20 March 2008 9:35am | Association of University Staff
PM not well informed, says Canterbury VC University of Canterbury vice-chancellor, Professor Roy Sharp, has dismissed the prime minister’s suggestion that the university rethink its proposal to cut existing programmes and staff numbers in its college …
No to the elimination of open entry
19 March 2008 3:24pm | Auckland University Students Association
In their first real chance to have their say on the issue of open entry, Auckland students have shown overwhelming opposition to the elimination of open entry from the University of Auckland.
Open Polytechnic helps Tanzania with eLearning
19 March 2008 11:15am | Open Polytechnic
The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand has stepped onto the world stage to help the Open University of Tanzania get eLearning up and running at their institution in Dar es Salaam.
Playcentre at Parliament
19 March 2008 9:38am | Wellington Playcentre Association
Paint, playdough and collage are just a few of the “16 areas of play” on offer to MP’s at Parliament today, with MP’s invited to join Newtown Playcentre for a special Wednesday session in Parliament’s Grand Hall.
New Classroom at Montessori School in Lower Hutt
19 March 2008 9:26am | Montessori Assn of NZ
The Minister of Education, the Honourable Chris Carter will officially open a new Montessori primary classroom at New Zealand’s only state integrated Montessori school on March 20th.
AUT business student tops 1000
18 March 2008 12:40pm | AUT University
AUT University’s top business student doesn’t fit any of the scholarly stereotypes. Devon Nel came to university from the sixth form, he works more hours than he attends classes and he’s AUT Business School’s number one first-year student - out of more …
University Scholarships for Rural Students
18 March 2008 10:33am | Rural Community Trust
The Rural Community Trust (RCT) announced today the recipients of the Transpower Tertiary Scholarship grants for rural students for 2008.
It IS rocket science – children learn through play
18 March 2008 9:16am | Wellington Playcentre Association
A Wellington Playcentre Association exhibition titled It IS rocket science – how children learn through play will be launched at the Museum of Wellington today.
Unisys offers 20 $1,000 grants to primary teachers
17 March 2008 1:00pm | Unisys
Unisys New Zealand today unveiled Unisys Kidz Connect, a programme to benefit children in the classroom. Twenty successful teachers will each be given a $1000 cash grant to spend on a programme or project of their choice.
Celebrating a Thousand Bright Futures
17 March 2008 11:56am | Universal College Of Learning
UCOL’s Graduation Ceremonies will be held this week, to celebrate the achievements of nearly a thousand students who completed their course of study at UCOL in Palmerston North last year.
Stop The Teacher Bashing
17 March 2008 9:53am | NZEI
Stop The Teacher Bashing And Give New Teachers A Chance says Frances Nelson – the President of the country’s largest education sector union – NZEI.
More resources needed to deal with bullying
14 March 2008 5:06pm | Post Primary Teachers’ Association
Bullying issues at Hutt Valley High School highlight the need for clearer Ministry guidelines and support, PPTA president Robin Duff says.
AUS appointment to PBRF reference group
14 March 2008 3:49pm | Association of University Staff
The appointment today of Dr Grant Duncan, Association of University Staff Academic Vice-President, was announced today as one of a fifteen-strong Sector Reference Group created to provide advice to the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) on the design, …
New Zealand leaders equip faces of the future
14 March 2008 3:04pm | Halogen Foundation
Secondary school students from all over the upper North Island converged in Auckland yesterday to hear from some of New Zealand’s foremost leadership experts and inspiring role models.
Attack on the Arts – who will be next?
14 March 2008 1:46pm | Media Statement
Students are outraged at moves to shut down Film Studies and American Studies programmes at two New Zealand universities and are calling for this ill-considered attack on the Arts to be abandoned. The University of Canterbury proposes to remove both Film …
Ballance scholarships acknowledge potential
14 March 2008 11:52am | Ballance Agri-Nutrients
The professional efforts of five young agricultural students have received a timely boost in the form of cash scholarships from Ballance Agri-Nutrients.
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