Volume 91 Number 2. 7 February 2012
Latest articles
Education outside the classroom (EOTC) experiences enable schools to “bring the curriculum alive”. Following a safety code means students and teachers can enjoy their outdoor experiences safely, while exploring new environments. Extending education outside the classroom can provide students and teachers with a fun and unique way of learning in different environments. Many schools already take advantage of the numerous …read more
The e-asTTle writing tool is currently being revised. It will continue to assess particular aspects of students’ writing skills that enable them to meet the demands of the curriculum. A new marking rubric aligned to The New Zealand Curriculum (2007), Literacy Learning Progressions and the National Standards is part of this development. The marking rubric has been developed using New …read more
Pasifika learners across the education spectrum are lifting their game. We profile some inspirational stories. School is back, exercise books are crispy and blank, people are refreshed, and new year’s resolutions have been made. This combination is great for goal setting. Qualifications aren’t gifted, they are earned. They are the result of having a vision of where you want to …read more
One-stop secondary portal The Ministry of Education TKI website is a treasure trove of information and resources for secondary teachers seeking guidance about The New Zealand Curriculum, NCEA and the changes for their particular subjects. The secondary education portal on TKI is the one-stop entry point for teachers. The portal makes it easier to locate the exact information you need …read more
New resources NZC Update issue 16 This Update focuses on The New Zealand Curriculum principle of the Treaty of Waitangi and its implications for teaching, learning, and the school curriculum. Wellbeing The Wellbeing site is intended to provide improved access to social support services across Christchurch, post earthquake. Teaching and learning research initiatives My professional learning at Logan Park …read more
Student-centred approach to teaching and learning about cyber safety NetSafe has developed the Learn, Guide, Protect (MyLGP) website in collaboration with New Zealand teachers. NetSafe also drew their ideas from the key competencies and values in The New Zealand Curriculum. The site acts as a central hub of content, suggestions and ideas for building an effective school-based digital citizenship education …read more
Engaging priority families – successful providers The Early Childhood Education (ECE) Participation Programme seeks to increase ECE participation, particularly among Māori and Pasifika children, and children from low socio-economic communities. The Ministry of Education is currently implementing year two of the programme. Engaging Priority Families (EPF) is an initiative within the participation programme. It provides intensive early learning support for …read more
Board Alert NZSTA Conference in Wellington July 2012 This year’s conference theme is ‘Effective governance: committed to raising student achievement’. Keynote speakers include clinical psychologist and author Nigel Latta and human behaviour expert Cheryle Randall. We recommend you register early to take advantage of member earlybird rates and to secure your accommodation. South Island schools special offer Because we can’t …read more