Interview
Discover riveting interviews with prominent figures from the education sector.
Gain valuable insights as influential leaders share their thoughts, experiences, and visions for the future. Learn from these insightful conversations as they delve into key educational topics, trends, and innovations. Ignite your passion for education through the eyes of esteemed individuals who are shaping the landscape of learning.
Explore in-depth discussions and inspirations from this captivating “Interview” section.
- Oct- 2024 -24 October
Building on our strengths in education
Professor Stuart McNaughton explains how Aotearoa New Zealand's education system can build on its strengths for a brighter future.
Read More » - Jul- 2023 -17 July
Meet the team: Director Mandy Clarke
As part of a new series, we sit down with Mandy Clarke, the director of Multimedia Publishing: the company behind…
Read More » - Feb- 2023 -7 February
Introducing the New President of the New Zealand Principals’ Federation: Leanne Otene
Leanne Otene has been a leader in the education community for many years. Now, she’s stepping into a new role…
Read More » - May- 2019 -28 May
Education minister grilled on mega-strike, ‘no more money’, Francis Report
As negotiations relaunch, this groundbreaking mega-strike has the nation on the edge of its seat.
Read More » - Mar- 2019 -12 March
The future of education in a tiny fruit sticker
The YES programme challenges students to create their own product or service and bring it to market.
Read More » - Feb- 2019 -26 February
Handling suicidal ideation in school
If a student sounds or appears suicidal it’s important to listen empathically, then clarify intent. Ask questions like...
Read More » - 19 February
Proud Auckland principal as student tops New Zealand
"He gives his time freely, tutoring younger students at lunchtime, too. He really is an all-round high achiever," said principal…
Read More » - Nov- 2018 -19 November
The thing that makes a teacher great and data cannot recreate
In conversation with education innovator Sir Ken Robinson, School News deliberated over misconceptions about great teaching.
Read More » - 13 November
Abuse survivors encouraged to speak as inquiry scope widens
"We need to stand up and be counted because until today, it was looking really, really dire because we were…
Read More » - Oct- 2018 -16 October
1 in 5 of those finishing teacher training don’t make it into the classroom
"If the message that they send out through all of the interviews they do is that teaching is not a…
Read More » - Aug- 2018 -14 August
When students love homework: The Casebrook Challenge
"Whānau regularly reports that The Casebrook Challenge is a great way to engage students in learning at home, increasing their…
Read More » - 7 August
“The financial bucket is not unlimited” says Education Minister ahead of strike
Chris Hipkins says what teachers are asking for is "well out of kilter with everyone else" and discusses a range…
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