Online learning stories - Page 22
Digital transformation driving IT spending in higher education
Thu, 22nd Oct 2015
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digital transformation
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higher education
Higher education IT spending in the Asia Pacific region is expected to significantly increase by 2019, thanks to digital transformation initiatives.
Shift in approach to online safety needed, says NetSafe
Wed, 21st Oct 2015
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schools
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netsafe
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online safety
With rapid changes in the digital technologies used in schools and their communities, the concept of online safety has fundamentally changed.
Decile 1 schools find success with digital technologies
Thu, 15th Oct 2015
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google
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online learning
A cluster of schools in Auckland's eastern suburbs have found digital technologies are aiding in student's academic success.
Free professional learning with Connected Educator initiative
Tue, 13th Oct 2015
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netsafe
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core education
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online learning
NetSafe joins the Connected Educator initiative to promote online safety resources for teachers. Open until 16 October.
There's a new initiative in town, with big plans for Kiwi students
Thu, 1st Oct 2015
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uc
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martech
A new initiative has launched in New Zealand, with the aim of getting Kiwi students excited about technology - aptly named OMGTech!.
Aussie takes out Most Disruptive CTO award
Wed, 16th Sep 2015
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data analytics
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iot
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e-learning
Velpic's Russell Francis has been named Most Disruptive CTO in the global Talent Unleashed awards, with three other Aussie companies claiming awards.
Huawei targets Australian ICT education space
Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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healthtech
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Huawei and Southern Cross University focus on the future of education and ICT solutions at the 2015 Education Summit in Australia.
Technology training company comes to Sydney
Mon, 31st Aug 2015
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education, learning & training
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pluralsight
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acquisition
Pluralsight opens new headquarters in Sydney to support aggressive global expansion as demand for technology professionals grows.
Government's broadband rollout to support regional growth
Thu, 20th Aug 2015
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uc
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rural broadband initiative
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ufb
The Government's broadband plans are driving regional growth and innovation across New Zealand, say ministers.
Prisoners to get access to educational websites
Tue, 18th Aug 2015
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e-learning
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qualifications
Selected prisoners in New Zealand will have access to educational websites via Secure Online Learning at Rimutaka Prison.
2000th school to connect to government's managed network
Mon, 17th Aug 2015
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uc
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n4l
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rural broadband initiative
Over 2,000 schools in New Zealand have been connected to the government's funded N4L Managed Network, says Minister Nikki Kaye.
University of Auckland selects new learning management platform
Tue, 11th Aug 2015
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saas
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auckland university
The Univ. of Auckland has modernised its digital learning by adopting Instructure's Canvas platform, enhancing the experience for 40k students.
More investors turning to ed tech startups
Mon, 10th Aug 2015
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financing
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education, learning & training
Education technology companies are receiving more backing than ever before, with venture-capital funding reaching $765 million in Q2 2015.
MapR adds Apache HBase to free online training as big data booms
Thu, 6th Aug 2015
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mapr
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hadoop
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google cloud
MapR adds Apache HBase design and development to free Hadoop on-demand training, urging resellers and IT professionals to get ready for big data.
Moodle launches cloud-hosting offering
Thu, 9th Jul 2015
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edutech
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Moodle unveils MoodleCloud, a cost-free, cloud-based service crafted to aid educators in effortlessly setting up online learning spaces.
Why digital technologies are used for learning
Thu, 9th Jul 2015
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byod
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education, learning & training
Digital technologies offer new opportunities for teachers and education leaders, and new ways for parents and communities to contribute to learning.
E-learning market gains momentum, driven by mobility
Tue, 30th Jun 2015
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uc
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martech
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e-learning
The e-learning market is expected to grow consistently over the next four years, driven by the emergence of m-learning and evolving learning styles.
Zebra adds support and managed service offerings
Thu, 25th Jun 2015
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain
Zebra Technologies launches support services and new managed service to enable partners to grow revenue and deepen relationships with customers.
Top 5 issues education decision makers must consider
Thu, 30th Apr 2015
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edutech
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wireless networks
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cloud services
The five key issues education decision makers must consider as technology places increasingly heavy demands on network infrastructure.
Education sector not immune to the effects of digitisation
Fri, 17th Apr 2015
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edutech
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digitisation
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analyst report
UK education faces digital transformation, with Gartner outlining 10 strategic tech trends set to overhaul the sector in 2025.