Going Live online

Going Live online

From Robyn Headifen, Kaiārahi, Networks of Expertise There is nothing like a lockdown to force you to places you didn’t really want to go. That’s where i found myself days after the lockdown. Courses to be completed another to be started. There is no end...
Recently published by NZQA

Recently published by NZQA

Published recently by NZQA: 1.2020 assessment specifications If you haven’t read these yet, please note this line at Level 1 – “Each examination will be made up of three questions, and each question may have only one opportunity for Excellence.” At Level 2 it says –...
Digging into nzmaths for home learning

Digging into nzmaths for home learning

From Maries Hirst, Primary Kaiārahi As we all move towards distance learning, don’t forget these great resources already available on nzmaths for years 0-8. Take this  – a collection of thematic learning experiences connecting maths across the strands. Maths at...
How is your internet speed?

How is your internet speed?

Many of us are struggling with internet connections, according to a recent article New Zealand ranks 27th on the global list of countries internet speed. This is mine and I am on Auckland’s North Shore I am not sure what the numbers mean, I think it is pretty...
Planning for online learning

Planning for online learning

With the likelihood that some  New Zealand schools may need to close for a period of time in order to “flatten the curve” of the COVID-19 pandemic you might be looking for ways your students can continue to learn from home. Here are some home grown and...