Articles tagged with Assessments
New Zealand and Nordic Countries Strengthen Cooperation for Mutual Benefit
3 weeks ago | 146 viewsNew Zealand and the Nordic countries are strengthening their cooperation based on shared strategic assessments, values, and development goals, as stated by Foreign Minister Winston Peters. During his visit to the Nordic region, Peters emphasized the commonality in worldviews, values, and the desire for economic cooperation between New Zealand and the Nordic countries. The visit included bilateral meetings with all five Nordic countries, discussions on supporting Ukraine against Russian aggression, and exploring opportunities for economic development collaboration, highlighting the potential for mutual benefit.
Tags: New Zealand Nordic countries cooperation strategic assessments values national development aspirations Winston Peters Ukraine Russia economic developmentNew Curriculum Updates and Resources to Boost Student Achievement: Insights from Education Minister Erica Stanford
1 month ago | 161 viewsThe Government, led by Education Minister Erica Stanford, is implementing new curriculum updates, resources, and assessments to improve student achievement. The updated learning areas for English and Mathematics will be available from October 20, with other subjects phased in by 2028 to allow schools more time for planning. Additional support for teachers, including professional learning, resources, and assessment tools like SMART and PATs, will be provided to ensure student progress and parental awareness of their children's performance.
Tags: Government student achievement curriculum updates resources assessments Education Minister Erica Stanford learning areas teachers implementationGovernment Expresses Disappointment as PPTA Walks Out of Bargaining Talks: Call for Constructive Dialogue and Realistic Settlement
3 months ago | 550 viewsThe Government expresses disappointment over the secondary school teachers' union (PPTA) walking out of classrooms after only six days of bargaining, deeming their actions disproportionate despite a fair offer being made. Ministers Collins and Stanford highlight the disruption caused to student learning and families due to the strike, emphasizing the importance of constructive dialogue for a realistic settlement that supports teachers, students, and the public education system. The current offer includes a 3% increase over three years, reflecting fiscal constraints and past salary increases, with a call for the PPTA to return to the bargaining table for productive negotiations.
Tags: Government secondary school teachers’ union PPTA Judith Collins Erica Stanford bargaining disruption student learning assessments exams