Unleash the Potential of AI in Education: Transform Education in Aotearoa NZ with AI Tools

Explore the transformative power of AI in education and discover how investing in enhanced educator capabilities with AI tools can revolutionize learning outcomes, increase competitiveness, and shape a brighter future for education in Aotearoa NZ. Join us as we empower educators and advance education through the power of AI. #Education #AIinEducation #TransformativeLearning

Embracing Neurodiversity in Vocational Education: Understanding and Supporting Diverse Learners

Explore the importance of embracing neurodiversity in vocational education, with an introduction to various neurodiverse conditions, their unique challenges, and the role of educators in fostering an inclusive learning environment. Learn how to better support and adapt to the needs of neurodiverse students, promoting empathy and understanding in the classroom and the workforce.

Embracing Māori Cultural Safety in Adult Vocational Education: A Guide for Adult Vocational Educators

Māori Cultural Safety: Learn how to create a culturally safe and inclusive learning environment for Māori students in adult vocational education settings with these practical tips and insights. Incorporate Māori perspectives and knowledge, build strong relationships, and prioritize cultural safety to promote engagement and achievement. Gain a deeper understanding of cultural safety, its background in health and hauora, and how to apply it to your teaching practice.

Practical Ways to Support Rangatiratanga in Vocational Education

This post explores the concept of Rangatiratanga in vocational education. Rangatiratanga, which is central to Māori culture and emphasises the importance of self-determination and sovereignty. It highlights practical tips for vocational educators to incorporate Rangatiratanga into their teaching practice, such as promoting learner agency, encouraging critical thinking, and acknowledging cultural differences. By doing so, educators can create a more inclusive and learner-centred environment that empowers learners to take control of their own lives and futures.

Using Whakapapa in Materials Development: Practical Tips for Inspiring Learning Designers

Using Whakapapa: This post provides practical tips for materials writers and learning designers on how to incorporate the Maori concept of whakapapa into their learning materials. It offers examples of how to use storytelling, case studies, and cultural context to provide a deeper understanding of the subject matter within the Māori cultural context.

Scaffolding Professional Conversations in Vocational Education: Strategies for Success

Learn effective strategies for scaffolding professional conversations in vocational education assessments. Discover how front-loading vocabulary and other best practices can support apprentices in developing essential communication skills. Read on for practical tips and insights to maximize learning outcomes in technical and vocational training.

Reimagining Teacher Education with AI and Ed-Tech Solutions: Tackling the Complex Challenges of a Wicked Problem with GPT and Other Tools

Discover how AI and ed-tech solutions can address complex challenges in teacher education. Learn how leveraging tools like GPT and other AI techniques can reimagine teaching and learning to tackle education’s wicked problem. Explore bespoke LLMs, AR simulations, and blockchain credentials to enhance New Zealand’s tertiary education sector.