Educational Resources

Techlink   (www.techlink.org.nz)  

A website that showcases examples of contemporary teaching and learning in technology, providing encouragement and support for teachers in the planning and implementation of classroom programmes.

LeadSpace   (www.leadspace.govt.nz)  

A Government site dedicated to building school leadership capacity. Visit the site to find information, tools and links that support leadership, governance and management in New Zealand schools.

Principals' Kit   (www.principalskit.org.nz)  

A kit for principals of New Zealand schools, aiming to provide tools to help deal with issues that arise regularly in running a school. Whether your query relates to your role as a professional leader or manager and employer of staff, the Principals' Kit can offer guidance.

English Online   (english.unitecnology.ac.nz)  

English Online is produced for the NZ Ministry of Education to support the teaching of English in years 1-13. It includes teaching resources, networks and research for teachers as well as student projects and publication opportunities.

Information Literacy Online   (infolit.unitecnology.ac.nz)  

Information literacy is the ability to find, use, apply and communicate information with critical discrimination, and transform it into knowledge. Visit the site to find information literacy articles and resources.

Instant Education Solutions   (www.instant.org.nz)  

Offering a complete teaching and assessment solution for institutions assessing NZQA unit standards. Each pack contains a teaching guide, assessment booklet, student workbook and the NZQA unit standard.

Digital Conversations   (www.digitalconversations.org.nz)  

A website putting primary and secondary students in touch with local and overseas speakers through videoconferencing. Students can discuss an exciting range of topics with experts in their field.

Knowledge Networks   (www.knowledge-networks.co.nz)  

Connecting you to the world, Knowledge Networks allows you to communicate, build and share knowledge online. This unique New Zealand learning management service facilitates the effective sharing of knowledge and communication between schools, teachers, administrators, students and parents.

New Zealand Maths   (www.nzmaths.co.nz)  

Improving learning outcomes for students by using ICT to support the aims and objectives of the New Zealand curriculum and by providing ICT professional development for teachers and principals.

Census At School   (www.censusatschool.org.nz)  

An online survey of Year 5 to Year 10 students (taken from August to September 2005) which provides real, relevant data to enhance statistical enquiry across the curriculum.

Mathletics   (www.mathletics.co.nz)  

The next generation in learning for kids in Australia and New Zealand, providing curriculum support for mathematics from preschool to Year 12 level.

Census At School   (www.tataurangakitekura.org.nz)  

A nationwide online survey for Year 5 - 13 students which provides real, relevant data and classroom activities to enhance statistical enquiry across the curriculum.

Heurisko   (www.heurisko.co.nz)  

A small, private New Zealand company staffed by qualified teachers with extensive experience in the use of information and communication technologies in education.

Every Educaid   (www.everyeducaid.co.nz)  

An educational resource provider covering a wide range of products. We supply preschool, kindergartens, primary schools, teachers, parents, and anyone involved or interested in learning.

Raglan Kids Site   (www.raglan.net.nz/kids/)  

Raglan school information about holiday programmes, homework help, crafts and cooking.

Skill NZ   (www.skillnz.org.nz)  

Your guide to workplace learning, offering information on workplace education, what the benefits are and how to get involved. Their focus is on learning in the tourism, retail, hospitality and furniture industries,

Unitec in Schools   (www.unitecinschools.ac.nz)  

Educational website offering online professional development for teachers.

Smokefree Schools   (www.smokefreeschools.co.nz)  

Featuring information and resources to help your school make a committment to a healthy smokefree environment.

Language & Maths Programme   (www.lamp.net.nz)  

Studies have shown that too many New Zealanders lack the basic language and maths skills to cope successfully in today's workplaces and communities. LAMP is an online adult literacy programme which has been designed to help address this problem.

Mediascape   (www.mediascape.ac.nz)  

Specialises in sharing information and research about the media in New Zealand. It promotes media literacy, research and the exchange of views and opinions between New Zealanders. Its special focus is on information and research for those who care for young people : families, policymakers and makers of media.

iSchool   (www.ischool.co.nz)  

A two day event designed to provide an education focused conference for teachers and educators, addressing the integration of ICT into the curriculum through Apple technology.

Project K   (www.projectk.org.nz)  

A youth development programme designed to inspire 13 to 15-year-olds to reach their potential through building self-confidence, promoting good health and education and teaching life skills such as goal setting and teamwork.

Chemteach   (www.chemteach.ac.nz)  

A one-stop information source for chemistry teachers. Chemteach offers links to internal and external assessment resources, teaching resources, news and quick responses to all chemistry queries.

Econation   (www.econation.co.nz)  

New Zealand’s independent source of information, advice and resources about sustainability – practices and solutions – including resource efficiency, energy efficiency, carbon neutrality, zero waste and sustainable water use.

NZLS Continuing Law Education   (www.lawyerseducation.org.nz)  

Find out about ongoing educational opportunities in the law profession; details of current courses and programmes are available online.