Leading change at Ōrākei School: The power of community engagement in education

Leading change at Ōrākei School: The power of community engagement in education

4 months ago

Our Tumuaki Principal Speaks columnist Shanthan Naidu on recent changes at Ōrākei School which help to support and engage the…

Fears new ITE maths requirement will exacerbate staffing shortages

4 months ago

ITE providers are arguing a new maths requirement for primary teachers will decrease teacher diversity by deterring valuable candidates.

8 reasons to use listicles in your classroom

4 months ago

Listicles are clickbait articles you can’t help but read, and their uniquely readable and digestable format can do wonders in…

Shakespearean insults to teach your class grammar

4 months ago

There are plenty of Shakespearean phrases that are fun to teach students, and get them excited about learning nouns, verbs,…

Cognitive load theory: an unpersuasive attempt to justify direct instruction

4 months ago

Respected American education critic Alfie Kohn writes on why cognitive load theory does not support direct instruction.

‘My brain leaves the room’: what happens when teachers talk too much?

5 months ago

Researchers explain how teachers might be failing the one in four students with a language of attention disorder.

Labour will repeal charter schools, consider reform if re-elected

5 months ago

Labour education spokesperson Jan Tinetti says Labour would revoke charter school legislation and reconsider reforms if re-elected.

Say it loud, say it clear: IP Paging and PA systems

5 months ago

IP paging and PA systems have transformed in-school messaging, emergency responses and the school bell. Do your systems need upgrading?

AEC – Another rushed education policy not based on research, evidence or consultation

5 months ago

The Aotearoa Educator's Collective warns that recent policy changes to curriculum are not based on sound research.

Digital signage to engage and connect your community

5 months ago

Digital signage can help build community by facilitating frequent communication between school staff, students, and families.