Five tips to prepare your child for high school
The transition to high school means there are big changes a comin’ for your teen. You can help ease any worries your child may have by preparing them before Term 1 begins. Here’s how.
Tips for Teachers: Keeping things human in an online learning environment
With over 30 years as an educator, Cluey Chief Learning Officer Dr Selina Samuels now spends her days enabling remote learning - creating online environments for education and connecting people throug...
How the Māori language is taught in schools
Learning te reo Māori starts early and can continue through your child’s schooling. Being bilingual improves brain function, and te reo Māori is easy to learn.
Diversity in New Zealand schools
Inclusive education means that each student brings unique experiences, ideas, and strengths to the school. It creates an environment where everyone feels comfortable and equal.
Digital teaching and remote learning: Tips for teachers on how to get it right
Suddenly thrust into remote teaching and learning? Here are some strategies that will make your teaching more effective and really help your students to learn, even though you’re all in different lo...
Understanding the difference between teaching and learning
Children are the major variable in every classroom. They ensure nothing is ever the same and mean that a great lesson with one class may be an abject failure with another. Teaching is guaranteed, but ...
What makes good teaching?
What does it mean to be a good teacher? Does it change for primary and high school students? Dr Brad Campbell reflects on his experience and offers his take on the common tenets of teaching across age...
Why attendance matters
Every student absence impacts achievement. Here’s how to identify at-risk students and intervene early.
5 ways to teach gifted and talented students
Enhancing gifted or talented students' learning experiences can have a range of benefits. Discover how you can support gifted students.
International students – adapting to New Zealand learning styles
Overseas students often find New Zealand teaching and learning methods very different to those with which they are familiar. Find out how you can best support international students adapt to the New Z...