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Synnex signs on Chrome OS transformation vendor
Synnex

Synnex signs on Chrome OS transformation vendor

Neverware's CloudReady allows schools and other organisations to covert old PCs and Macs to cloud-managed Chrome OS devices.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Apr 2020
Ricoh brings the latest learning tech to respected college
EduTech

Ricoh brings the latest learning tech to respected college

Ricoh equips Our Lady of the Southern Cross College with a GBP £1 million digital platform, enhancing learning for 560 students with 40 interactive whiteboards.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2019

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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from D2L
EduTech

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from D2L

In this TechDay video, Tony Maguire of D2L discusses the company's learning solutions and the role of micro-credentials in filling skills gaps.

By Mitchell Hageman • 1 min read • Wed, 7th Sep 2022
The intelligent learning platform: a transformational teaching and learning experience
EduTech

The intelligent learning platform: a transformational teaching and learning experience

Educational technology has evolved with the introduction of intelligent learning platforms, offering automation, data insights, and personalised learning.

By Graham Glass • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Aug 2022
Modern Campus appoints Sharon Schwarzmiller as marketing senior vice president
EdTech

Modern Campus appoints Sharon Schwarzmiller as marketing senior vice president

Former Cengage executive, Sharon Schwarzmiller, appointed as Modern Campus' senior VP for marketing to boost growth and drive innovation.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Jul 2022
Modern Campus appoints Jessica Phinn as Chief People Officer
Human Capital Management

Modern Campus appoints Jessica Phinn as Chief People Officer

Modern Campus appoints Jessica Phinn as Chief People Officer to lead all aspects of HR and continue exponential growth through talent engagement.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Mar 2022
D2L integrates Microsoft Teams into education training platform
EduTech

D2L integrates Microsoft Teams into education training platform

D2L's Brightspace learning management system will offer deeper integration with Microsoft Teams for online education and training.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Aug 2020
7 ways educational technology improves classroom experiences
EduTech

7 ways educational technology improves classroom experiences

Educational technology integration is crucial for today's classrooms, with benefits including better student outcomes and increased engagement.

By Nadav Avni • 5 min read • Thu, 20th Aug 2020
COVID-19: Google releases new info hub for distance learning
EduTech

COVID-19: Google releases new info hub for distance learning

Teach From Home is a central hub of information, tips, training and tools. Plus, Google earmarks US$10 million for distance learning.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Mar 2020
Jamf announces powerful new product line
Mobile Device Management

Jamf announces powerful new product line

Jamf has deployed new functionality across its suite of products that take advantage of Apple's advances for businesses.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2019
Wisenet releases education campus management solution
Software-as-a-Service

Wisenet releases education campus management solution

Wisenet ITS Application Suite can be customised and configured to meet modern public education provider demands.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2019
AWS programme to boost EdTech innovation
Software-as-a-Service

AWS programme to boost EdTech innovation

AWS EdStart provides promotional credits, customised training, marketing opportunities, mentorship, and technical support to EdTech startups.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Apr 2019
Acer's new laptops for business and education
EduTech

Acer's new laptops for business and education

The TravelMate X514 is designed for business and commercial use, while the Chromebook Spin 13 aims for the growing classroom device market.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Mar 2019

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Education Perfect accelerates Māori language through tech
EduTech

Education Perfect accelerates Māori language through tech

New Zealand edtech company, Education Perfect (EP; aims to boost Māori language learning with its online courses and competitions.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Sep 2022
Kiwi EdTech software innovation goes international
EduTech

Kiwi EdTech software innovation goes international

SimPHARM, a state of the art simulation tool developed at the University of Otago and now commercially licensed by a United States-based company.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2019
Raglan: Home to NZ's first enviro-tech camp for kids
EduTech

Raglan: Home to NZ's first enviro-tech camp for kids

When you think of tech camps for kids, the North Island's rugged surf spot Raglan may not be the first place that comes to mind – until now, at least.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2019
NZ's education sector must move fast to support edtech
EdTech

NZ's education sector must move fast to support edtech

New Zealand's education sector needs to face up to automation and the way it will affect people's jobs in years to come – and it needs to move quickly to do so.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Jun 2019