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In the News (Fri 9 Jan 09)

  
  New Zealand Education
New Zealand, an English speaking nation, is famous for its amazing scenery, its sporting achievements with the All Blacks and the America's Cup, and its hospitable people.
New Zealand is a small island nation with a temperate climate.
ENZ is an organisation whose role is to co-ordinate the promotion of quality New Zealand educational services to international students, institutions, governments and international organisations.
www.internationaleducationmedia.com /newzealand/index.htm   (1202 words)

  
 Chemical Education in New Zealand
New Zealand's four independent colleges of education and the Massey University College of Education and the University of Waikato School of Education, which have developed from the merger of colleges of education with their local university, offer undergraduate courses in, usually, applied chemistry to primary school teacher trainees.
Educational research opportunities for teachers, through funding for teacher release, is made available by the Ministry of Education through most of the universities in an arrangement in which each university has access to funding for the equivalent of one teacher per year.
The New Zealand Association of Science Educators (NZASE) is another member body of the Royal Society of New Zealand and is open to science educators in all levels of education, although its greatest concern is with education at primary and secondary levels.
www.t.soka.ac.jp /chem/CEAP/NewZealand.html   (5690 words)

  
 Art and Design Education in New Zealand
New Zealanders are known for ‘kiwi ingenuity’, and it is our cultural diversity and innovative spirit in Art and Design education that contributes to a special ‘X’ factor for would-be international students.
An OECD report on New Zealand Tertiary Education in 1996 indicated that the rate of increase of participation by New Zealanders in tertiary education was at 10.2% between 1990 and 1993, so that by 1993 45% of school leavers continued into some form of tertiary education.
New findings on top of this research suggest that these trends are continuing, contributing to the ongoing growth of and diversity of Art and Design courses offered.
www.intstudy.com /articles/twenzart.htm   (979 words)

  
 ITPL -  Education Abroad - New Zealand
The entry requirements, courses and educational standards of all secondary schools are similar and prepare students for the same national qualifications.
Twenty-four institutions in New Zealand are part of the polytechnic and institute of technology system and provide education and training in a wide range of industry and occupation based vocational studies.
Students are advised to enrol in courses approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority for which the issuing of student visas have been approved.
www.traditions-india.com /edu_new_zealand.htm   (512 words)

  
 Unasylva - Vol. 3, No. 2 - Forestry research and education in New Zealand
Prior to the war, higher forestry education was provided by the University of New Zealand at two Colleges for a brief period but was discontinued during the depression, partly because of failure to recognize the national importance of maintaining one institution providing adequate facilities for both education and research instead of two inadequately equipped schools.
Further, since New Zealand still has more than 400,000 hectares (1 million acres) of nonagricultural land that is climatically and edaphically suited to the growing of softwoods, the existing area may be considerably extended.
The University of New Zealand (owing to heavy postwar teaching commitments and to limited staff) is at present doing little basic research in the biological sciences and consequently forestry research liaison is negligible.
www.fao.org /docrep/x5349e/x5349e04.htm   (5030 words)

  
 A New Zealand Values Education Initiative   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
The New Zealand Foundation for Values Education Inc. is a non-profit organization, which was established in 1993 to fund the preparation, publication and promotion of a values education curriculum.
While we New Zealanders can be justly proud of many of our achievements, the reality is, that over recent decades we have not been teaching and replenishing those attitudes of character that are necessary for the continuation of a civil society and liberal democracy.
New Zealand educators, in an attempt to eliminate perceived doctrinal bias, have simply traded the traditional understanding that there are objective core values for indoctrination in the ideology of moral relativism.
www.cornerstonevalues.org /education.htm   (1712 words)

  
 Welcome to Education Link - New Zealand
Education Link New Zealand is an independent organization which specialises in facilitating quality education for international students at schools, universities, educational institutions and specialised learning centres in New Zealand.
Education Link NZ is respected among the best education providers in Christchurch and has established close contacts with top quality schools and education facilities in an environment where students are safe and well cared for.
Education Link NZ assumes Guardianship over students for the duration of their stay in New Zealand.
www.nzeducation.co.nz /ed/index.html   (209 words)

  
 Education in New Zealand
All teachers in New Zealand primary and secondary schools, and early childhood services are required by law to be registered with the NZ Teachers Council.
The official journal, the British Review of New Zealand Studies BRONZS is published once a year and aims to encourage the study of all aspects of New Zealand.
New Zealand and Australian Studies a section of the Western Social Science Association whose purpose is to promote the scholarly study of New Zealand and Australia in North America.
www.enzed.com /sch.html   (1123 words)

  
 Wine Education Site - New Zealand
This new way of looking at growing grapes, as well as the general attention that was being paid to New Zealand wines, paid off.
The wines of New Zealand today rarely exhibit the problems of the past, and new regions are yielding exciting wines to explore.
Hawkes Bay Sometimes referred to in the press as the "Bordeaux of New Zealand." The inference is not only due to the Cabernet and Merlot based wines from the region, but as well to the variability of vintages that plagues Hawkes Bay.
www.wineeducation.com /regnz.html   (648 words)

  
 Reading Online: International Perspectives -- Glimpses of Literacy Education in New Zealand
Curiosity about how New Zealand has accomplished its success led a group of 50 U.S. educators, including the first, second, and fourth authors of this article, to visit the country during the summer of 2000 to observe firsthand the literacy practices used in primary classrooms.
The focus of NEMP is on the educational achievements and attitudes of New Zealand primary and intermediate school children.
New Zealand is a relatively small country with a national curriculum and assessment program run by its Ministry of Education.
www.readingonline.org /international/king   (4457 words)

  
 Education - Statistics New Zealand
Education in New Zealand is a primary mechanism for the development of skills within the population.
Formal education affects all people from under 5 years of age (for pre-schoolers) to 16 years (the school leaving age) and beyond into the tertiary sector.
Formal education is compulsory for those aged 6 to 16.
www.stats.govt.nz /people/education/default.htm   (120 words)

  
 National Initiatives Concerning Research on Education/Training - New Zealand
New partnerships between boards of trustees and school professionals were usually working well and benefiting students.
Though NZ school education is legally free, 74% of schools asked parents to pay a voluntary fee, and 69% of these asked for more than $20 a child, up from 29% in 1989.
This research project evaluates "Notebook Valley", one of four "Digital Opportunities" initiatives facilitated by the Ministry of Education, which aim to increase the access and use of ICT in low-decile and/or remote New Zealand schools.
www.ilo.org /public/english/employment/skills/hrdr/topic_n/t21_nzl.htm   (1761 words)

  
 Education Forum Home Page
Education Minister Steve Maharey has recently signalled an intention to review the board of trustees model for schools in a move opponents say is nothing but a government move to get more control of schools.
The Education Forum is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Chair and Deputy Chair - prominent school leaders Byron Bentley and Roger Moses.
The Minister for Tertiary Education, Dr Michael Cullen, is championing a new tertiary education framework that aims for a more ‘planned’ and ‘strategic’ approach — and he is indeed right to be concerned about the sector’s performance.
www.educationforum.org.nz   (791 words)

  
 Expat Focus > > Content > > Country Guides - New Zealand > > New Zealand - Education and Schools
Whether at a state or a private school normal education in New Zealand starts before 5 years of age (for pre-schoolers) and students start secondary education at age 13.
Education is compulsory for those aged 6 to 16.
New Zealanders are well traveled and have a great interest in people from other cultures, so visitors and international students are made to feel welcome.
www.expatfocus.com /expatriate-new-zealand-education   (461 words)

  
 New Zealand English Language schools and Education in New Zealand Global Services Auckland Christchurch Wellington
If it is a quality New Zealand University, Polytechnic, or Technical Institute, Trade School or College you wish to attend, we can provide qualified educational counseling on degree and course selection.
Educational Grant for courses of 6 months or longer.
New Zealand Education Global Services Ltd. strictly adheres to the New Zealand Ministry of Education's Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students.
www.study-in-newzealand.com /introduction.html   (278 words)

  
 Study at Whitireia Polytechnic
We are the only New Zealand Polytechnic that offers special fast track programmes in Business and Computing.
Whitireia Polytechnic offers a wide range of nationally recognised education and training programmes in vocational areas such as business, computing, catering and hospitality, the arts, nursing, teaching, engineering and horticulture, as well as in more general areas of study such as English Language.
New Zealand host families are carefully chosen for you to stay with.
www.internationaleducationmedia.com /newzealand/whitireia.htm   (1157 words)

  
 edCentre – your online gateway to New Zealand education
It provides access to educational services and advice for organisations and people at all stages of their lives.
Team-Up's School Directory has all the information you need to know about New Zealand schools, including contact details, students, subjects taught, how to find the school on the map and their Education Review Office (ERO) reports.
If you're new to NZ, you'll probably have a lot of questions about our education system and how it works for both you and your children.
www.education.org.nz   (269 words)

  
 newzealandeducated.com offers information on new zealand education including new zealand universities, new Zealand ...
New Zealand is becoming first choice for an increasing number of international students seeking quality education.
New Zealand universities, colleges and other New Zealand education institutions offer students a unique learning environment.
This is supported by an integrated education system in which students attending New Zealand schools and New Zealand English language schools find it easy to make the transition to the next level of education.
www.newzealandeducated.com   (277 words)

  
 New Zealand Art Schools and Universities
Providing role models, activities and inspiration for New Zealand children, helping them to realise their creative potential and become more involved in the arts.
Established in 1986, Whitireia is known for producing work-ready graduates in New Zealand and overseas.
New Zealand's only fully-equipped television studio for children to create and produce their own productions under professional tuition.
www.zeroland.co.nz /new_zealand_universities.html   (666 words)

  
 New Zealand: Education (Portals to the World, Library of Congress)
Council consisting of chief executive officers of Australian universities (referred to as "vice-chancellors"; "chancellor" is a largely honorific title).
Includes a listing of New Zealand universities with links to their websites.
This official government website includes links to information about various programs and policies in education from the primary through teritary levels, as well as education statistics and other resources.
www.loc.gov /rr/international/main/newzealand/education.html   (169 words)

  
 New Zealand Education
Check the extensive, high-quality education options offered by the Wellington region's universities, institutes of technology (polytechnics), secondary, intermediate and primary schools, English language schools and private training institutions.
New Zealand's integrated education system offers internationally recognised qualifications.
Education providers must gain Government approval and meet national standards to maintain quality and protection for students.
www.ewi.org.nz   (227 words)

  
 Student Exchange Program New Zealand - Take part in a Study Abroad Program with Two Worlds United Educational Foundation
The basis of the school program is the New Zealand Curriculum in the essential learning areas of Languages, Mathematics, Science, Technology, Social Sciences, the Arts, Health and Physical Wellbeing.
Most high schools in New Zealand are public schools that are funded by the state.
The schools are modeled on the British educational system, and are more formal than their European or American counterparts, but less formal than the Japanese system.
www.educationabroad.twoworldsunited.org /education_new_zealand.html   (400 words)

  
 Education World® - Regional Resources : Pacific / Oceania : New Zealand
Also info on how to apply to study in New Zealand and overseas students experiences of study in NZ.
New Zealand and International Education Resources The CWA Education web houses information relating to education
Study in New Zealand Study in New Zealand with NZstudy...Help finding a school, collage, university and a place to live.
db.education-world.com /perl/browse?cat_id=470   (293 words)

  
 Technology Education New Zealand
TENZ is a professional network which has been set up to promote and support Technology Education in New Zealand.
It is of interest to all those working in Technology Education, working in a technology-based enterprise with an interest in education, and those just plain interested!
Members are kept informed through the electronic newsletter t-news, a planned twice yearly printed publication focusing in more detail on professional matters relating to technology education, and, of course, the TENZ website.
www.tenz.org.nz   (124 words)

  
 Character Education Programme of New Zealand (CEPNZ)
The CEPNZ Starter Pack in Character Education is provided on a CD-ROM and gives you all the resources you will need to get started and supplies access to additional online resources and ongoing support for all the teachers in your school.
This new version also includes an introduction to how the development of good character is reflected in citizenship, democracy and public service.
The education you provide to our children now, is a reflection upon the type of society we will have in the future.
www.cepnz.co.nz   (560 words)

  
 TKI - Environmental Education | in New Zealand Schools
The illustration for the Aims of Environmental Education is modified from an original diagram that is copyright © Barry Law and Robert McConnell.
Environmental Education and English in the New Zealand Curriculum (36)
Environmental Education and Mathematics in the New Zealand Curriculum (38)
www.tki.org.nz /r/environ_ed/guidelines/index_e.php   (327 words)

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