Tag: teaching excellence
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The Loss of Ako Aotearoa: What It Means for New Zealand’s Tertiary Education Sector
Ako Aotearoa faces closure after TEC funding cuts. What does this loss mean for NZ’s tertiary education sector and the future of teaching excellence?
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AI in Education: A New Era of Support for Tertiary Educators Is Coming – June 18
Interested in AI in Education? A new AI-powered support system for tertiary educators in Aotearoa is set to launch on June 18. Designed with cultural intelligence and practical insight, it offers a glimpse into what the future of teaching, policy, and professional learning could look like — starting now.
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Further Reflections on Ako Aotearoa Defunding 2025: Teaching Without a Centre
Further Reflections on Ako Aotearoa Defunding 2025: As the unexpected closure of Ako Aotearoa leaves a void in tertiary teaching leadership, we ask: what happens when the centre for excellence disappears—and what could rise to replace it?
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Key Takeaways from the Tapatoru Ako Professional Practice Award: Elevating Teaching Excellence
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in Education, Ako Aotearoa, career and professional growth, Cultural values, Educator Professional Development, Learner Centred, Learner-centric approach, Professional Development, Professional Growth and Career Development for Educators, Professional standards, Professional Standards Framework, Teacher professional development, Teaching ExcellenceThe Tapatoru Ako Professional Practice Award, part of Ako Aotearoa’s commitment to New Zealand’s tertiary education, enriches teaching practices and embeds cultural values. The award attracts diverse educators aiming to improve teaching methods, professional values, and earn recognition. Awardees witness significant changes in teaching methods emphasizing individual learners’ needs and cultural values. Also, despite challenges,…
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Celebrating the Impact of Tapatoru in Tertiary Education in 2023: Insights & Achievements
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in Education, Adult Community Education, adult education, Adult Education and Literacy, Adult Tertiary Education, Adult vocational education, career and professional growth, Community Education, Cultural Diversity in Education, Education and learning, education and training, Education delivery model, Education resources, Education Strategies, education technology, Educational Excellence, Educational Frameworks, educational trends, Educator Professional Development, Empowerment in Education, Equity and Access in Education, Future of Education, Inclusive education, Indigenous education, Literacy Numeracy Professionals, professional, Professional Development, Professional Growth and Career Development for Educators, Professional standards, Teacher professional development, Teaching Strategies, Teaching Strategies and TechniquesAko Aotearoa’s Tapatoru Programme has seen major successes; 92.31% of educators have adopted new teaching approaches learned from the programme, with 91.67% overcoming challenges thanks to its support. The programme’s core values like kinship, care and respect, spirituality, and love have driven these transformations, leading to an enhanced, inclusive learning environment.
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Tapatoru’s Fresh Take on Professional Learning: Shaping the Future of Education
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in Education, Blended learning, career and professional growth, Cultural Diversity in Education, Educator Professional Development, Innovative Learning Methods, innovative learning solutions, Innovative Teaching, Professional Development, Professional Growth and Career Development for Educators, Teacher professional development, Tertiary Education InsightsThe Tapatoru Programme by Ako Aotearoa is bringing a fresh, culturally inclusive approach to professional learning for tertiary educators in New Zealand. It effectively weaves in Māori and Pacific values into education, incorporates advanced online tools for hands-on learning, and maintains a flexible structure. This innovative programme aims to create a passionate community of educators…