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Noel Leeming's Mobile Learning Centre wraps up tech roadshow around Kiwi schools

Tue, 22nd Nov 2016
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Noel Leeming's Mobile Learning Centre (MLC) has clocked up 42,000 kilometres and 'inspired' more than 14,500 Kiwi kids, all through tech in learning.
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New Zealand high schools embrace technology for the future

Thu, 13th Oct 2016
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Rangitoto College and Avondale College in New Zealand have implemented Aruba's Mobility Defined Networks to support student and teaching initiatives.
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Kiwis don't have to face growing tech skills shortage alone

Tue, 6th Sep 2016
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NZTech CEO: Global collaboration key in tackling tech skills gap as NZ looks abroad for innovative education models like Israel's.
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Your school's Internet security policy: Blueprint to protect your students, staff and network

Tue, 23rd Aug 2016
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Defining the rules is the first step in securing your school's network. Ingram Micro's Andrew Khan explains what you need to know.
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Free app transforms parent-teacher communication

Mon, 15th Aug 2016
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New Zealand schools are using a free app to connect with parents, providing school news, event updates and instant messaging push notifications.
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Hacking a risk to all businesses, no matter the size

Mon, 15th Aug 2016
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Cyber security is vital for businesses of all sizes, warns Aura Information Security, after New Zealand schools were recently hacked.
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It takes a tech sector to raise a digital child

Tue, 9th Aug 2016
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Government needs to partner with the tech sector to embed digital education in New Zealand schools, says Microsoft NZ's Evan Blackman.
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Nikki Kaye speaks: Progressing 21st Century school infrastructure

Mon, 18th Jul 2016
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I thought it may be useful to give you an update on where we are at with the wider education portfolio, including digital infrastructure.
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Kiwi instructional management system Hapara launches on Microsoft Office 365

Tue, 28th Jun 2016
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Hapara on the Office 365 platform gives educators the tool they need to enable visibility, personalised learning & safety in this digital environment.
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NZ Education system not evolving fast enough

Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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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.
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NZ schools love tech, but we still have outdated procurement methods

Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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New Zealand schools are adopting the rapid growth and evolution of technology faster and better than most schools worldwide, says LMS provider.
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The future of technology in schools

Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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The completion of the Schools Network Upgrade Project (SNUP) program is an important milestone for New Zealand schools.
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You're invited: NZTech Advance Education Technology Summit

Mon, 30th May 2016
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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.
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HEAT Software integrates with Apple edtech to empower digital classroom

Thu, 26th May 2016
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HEAT Software is supporting Apple's new education tools, integrating LANrev 7.2 software with Apple School Manager to enhance digital learning in the classroom.
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Want to use Apple at your school? JAMF offers solution for full integration

Mon, 23rd May 2016
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School networks can often be confined to the devices they use due to minor contingencies. Fortunately, this is soon to change.
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Labour slams controversial 100k BYOD donation

Tue, 17th May 2016
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The Labour Party is accusing the Govt of ignoring inequalities caused by BYOD after a controversial 100k donation to Wakatipu High School.
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Kiwi educators urged to take the cloud plunge

Tue, 10th May 2016
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New Zealand schools are failing to fully embrace cloud, leading to additional cost and complexity in their systems according to Kiwi company Dynamo6.
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Kiwi lessons to be learned from booming edtech market

Tue, 10th May 2016
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The booming education technology market will be under the microscope at a NZTech education technology summit in July.
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Wellington's new ICT Graduate School officially 'open for business'

Mon, 9th May 2016
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The top players in New Zealand's ICT industry gathered together last week to launch the Wellington ICT Graduate School in Wellington.
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Cyclone takes out Google APAC Partner of the Year for devices

Mon, 2nd May 2016
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Kiwi firm Cyclone named Google's APAC Partner of the Year for Devices, recognizing its expertise in meeting customers' Google needs.