Tag: Tertiary Education
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A Way In: AI Tertiary Education Aotearoa
AI has already entered tertiary education. The tools are accessible, but the entry point isn’t obvious. This post introduces a set of learning collections developed through AI for Good (Ako AI Tertiary) as a grounded way in — shaped by values, not added to them.
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Governing AI Without Losing Authority
Effective AI governance isn’t about tighter control. It’s about building shared judgment, confidence, and professional capability so authority is retained rather than eroded.
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The Capability Gap: Why AI Adoption Isn’t the Same as AI Readiness in Education
AI adoption has moved faster than human capability. The result isn’t failure — it’s instability. The real work now is building professional judgment, literacy, and confidence so governance can take shape.
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After the Reaction Phase: AI Governance in Education
The AI reaction phase is over. The real work is no AI governance in education, judgment, and professional capability — not panic, hype, or policy alone.
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AIHOA Kaiārahi: Your AI Companion for Aotearoa Educators
AIHOA Kaiārahi is the newly updated AI companion for Aotearoa’s tertiary educators — offering support for teaching, assessment integrity, cultural alignment, ethics, and organisational leadership. This release replaces the earlier Ako Aotearoa version and links directly with the new AI Fluence modules on Pathways Awarua.
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Inside the Pipeline: How NZQA Micro-Credential Approvals Really Work
The NZQA micro-credential approval process is more complex than it looks. From WDC endorsements to Criterion 2 evidence, here’s how to navigate the pipeline — and avoid the most common mistakes.
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The Rise of Micro-Credentials in Aotearoa: What’s Next After Ako Aotearoa?
Ako Aotearoa’s closure leaves a gap in NZ’s tertiary sector. Discover how micro-credentials in Aotearoa are reshaping education with equity, agility, and purpose.
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Annette Tofaeono Highlights Inclusive Literacy Practice and More at ACAL 2025
Annette Tofaeono shares inclusive literacy strategies at ACAL 2025, highlighting Tapatoru and DFQM frameworks from Aotearoa.
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The Rise of Micro-Credentials: From Pilot to Platform
From zero in 2018 to nearly 455 by late 2024, micro-credentials have become the fastest-growing part of New Zealand’s tertiary system. Here’s what’s driving the rise — and what gaps remain.
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The Turning Point: Ako Aotearoa’s Likely Closure and the Rise of Micro-Credentials
With TEC funding withdrawn and disestablishment on the table, Ako Aotearoa’s likely closure leaves a capability gap. Micro-credentials offer the sector’s clearest path forward.