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Education Review explores the big issues in New Zealand education, from early childhood through to tertiary education.

We asked prominent people from within the sector what they perceived to be the biggest challenge currently facing New Zealand education. Here is what they had to say.

JUDE BARBACK talks to Mana College principal John Murdoch about what it takes to turn a school around.

ANNIE GRAHAM-RILEY looks at a sporting initiative that has opened the doors to more collaboration and collegiality among schools. 

JUDE BARBACK talks to Oropi School principal Andrew King about the Little Diplomats programme, which has helped its students to build their intercultural competencies and the school to build its relationship with its sister school in China.

A new report from the Asia New Zealand Foundation reveals that fewer school leavers think Asia-related skills and knowledge are important – a trend that experts describe as “alarming”.

CHRIS HENDERSON believes global competencies are the foundations for our future.

DR WELBY INGS provides an insight into his inspiration for writing what has become the most popular book in education circles at the moment, Disobedient Teaching.

In New Zealand, single-gender education is a choice parents can make – not a common scenario in comparable state education systems. As the debate continues to burn in the US, JAYLAN BOYLE talks to two principals of single-gender schools about why they believe their school environment is a force for good – both cite reasons that might not be immediately obvious. 

Dr LOUISE STARKEY’s research into how schools use data revealed inconsistencies among schools’ attitudes, approaches and capabilities and identified room for the development of data expertise across New Zealand schools.

JUDE BARBACK believes it is the rich, personal experience interwoven with big-picture thinking that sets Disobedient Teaching: Surviving and creating change in education by Welby Ings apart from other books of its ilk.

JUDE BARBACK looks at initiatives focused on getting students who are the first in their families to pursue higher education to complete a degree. breaking the cycle *Recipients of the 2017 Woolf Fisher First-in-Family AUT Scholarship – (L-R) Callum Fiu, Felila Havea, Thu Nguyen, Makelila Fetu’u, Helen Wilson, Emmette Gray, Ana Siafolau, Faava Tuigamala, Michelle Ellis, Salome Paea, Laryia Lomitusi, Ofaloto Talakai.*

Woolf Fisher First-in-Family AUT Scholarship recipient LARYIA LOMITUSI shares a moving account of her journey from her childhood in Samoa to a university education in New Zealand.

Education Review talks to DR Deborah Lambie about LearnCOACH, a site she co-founded that is helping thousands of Kiwi students to pass NCEA. deborah lambie *Dr Deborah Lambie*

Carolyn STUART says schools need to establish themselves as “hubs of innovation” to meet the needs of their communities.

On the back of the triennial Board of Trustee elections and this year’s New Zealand School Trustees Association (NZSTA) conference, Education Review asks NZSTA’s Elaine Hines about where new trustees should be channeling their enthusiasm.

The good news for school leavers quietly freaking out about the costs involved with their next move – be it further study, training or diving into the workforce – is that there are literally thousands of scholarships, grants and awards out there to help ease the load.

JUDE BARBACK catches up with JETmag editor Miah Kennett about the realities young people are facing as they transition from school to work, training or higher education.

With this year’s triennial board of trustee elections looming, there is much that schools need to be thinking about in terms of the election process, managing the transition to a new board and supporting new board members. JUDE BARBACK reports. 

TRACEY GURNEY shares her path to a principal position at Ballance School, a small rural school in Pahiatua, Manawatū.

Education Review asks New Zealand Principals’ Federation (NZPF) president IAIN TAYLOR discusses how the role of school principal has changed over the years and how to manage the challenges of this demanding position.

JAN ROBERTSON says we need school leaders who are ready to step up to address the challenges in New Zealand education: that of isolated competitive schools, of inequity in student learning outcomes and inequity in the quality of teaching.

Education Review asks Ruawai Primary School principal CURTIS GAYLOR about taking the step to the position of principal and what he’s learned along the way.

Four inspirational Pasifika students came away from Victoria University’s international leadership programme with a drive to put their newfound skills to practical use in their communities.

AMBER JOSEPH, head girl of Palmerston North Girls’ High School 2016, provides her take on student leadership.

Incoming national president of the New Zealand Catholic Primary Principals’ Association (NZCPPA) DANNY NICHOLLS says attracting suitably qualified staff is a challenge for Catholic schools.

Education Review asks Education Council’s new chief executive DR GRAHAM STOOP about his priorities for the Council, his response to Council opposition, his views on Communities of Learning and his hopes for the Education Act review.

Professor John Hattie’s meta-analyses have helped to unveil effective teaching and learning practices. Here, LYNDA SHANKS shares how this research is being made accessible to schools and teachers through the popular Visible Learningplus programme.

As CORE Education’s influential Ten Trends initiative enters its 10th year, KAREN SPENCER looks back on the origins of the trends and what’s in store for 2016.

JUDE BARBACK talks to Dr Inger Mewburn about how social media has widened support networks for PhD students.

Education Review discovers some inspirational Māori and Pasifika education students and graduates from around the country.

The Tertiary Education Commission’s decision to cease Ngā Pae o te Māramatanga’s funding prompted an outcry. JUDE BARBACK investigates allegations that the funding process was flawed and explores what the future holds for Māori-led research.

 Education Review asked institutions from all over New Zealand to impart their best advice for students about to embark on their first research project.

JUDE BARBACK considers the findings of a recent survey that reveal high costs, lack of support and lack of interest as deterrents to pursuing tertiary education in New Zealand. 

Investing in Educational Success (IES) initiative has divided New Zealand’s education sector. JUDE BARBACK reports.

ROSS NOTMAN considers New Zealand research findings from an international educational leadership project and what they mean for the new leadership roles emerging from the Government’s $359m plan to help raise student achievement.

JUDE BARBACK considers whether the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards will help to raise student achievement as intended.

*IAN VICKERS shares his fight to get teacher wellbeing taken seriously in New Zealand.*

JUDE BARBACK looks at the mounting tensions in Northland as PPTA members enforce their ban on teaching students from the new partnership school.

Education Review asks prominent voices in the sector to voice their hopes and expectations for New Zealand education for the year ahead.

With the new Education Council of Aotearoa New Zealand set to replace the New Zealand Teachers Council next year, teachers are anxious that their new independent statutory professional body truly is independent. JUDE BARBACK looks at how things are evolving.

Amid a fairly tumultuous year for New Zealand education lurk many, many examples of positive, inspiring learning initiatives.

A school’s recognition and celebration of past students’ achievements can benefit its current students. But without a past, are new schools at a disadvantage? JUDE BARBACK talks to three high schools about the importance of alumni.

JOHN CLARK examines the long tail of underachievement through key events this year, including the class sizes controversy, charter schools debate, National Standards, and the Ministerial Cross-Sector Forum on Raising Achievement.

Education Review asks the sector to reflect on the twists and turns education has taken this year and their hopes and expectations for 2013.

Mixed reactions emerge as Christchurch communities take part in consultation about the proposed education renewal plan.

CAPTAIN DEREK ELLIS believes exoneration is not appropriate for the air crew involved in the 1979 Erebus tragedy.

New Zealand’s new Minister of Education, Hon HEKIA PARATA gives Education Review an insight into her background and shares her aspirations for New Zealand’s education system.

ROBIN DUFF reflects on how Christchurch schools are coping one year on since Canterbury’s devastating earthquake.

Whose job is it to instil values in our young people? The family’s? The school’s? The teacher’s? Everyone’s? JUDE BARBACK spins the moral and ethical compass.

MARIE CAMERON and SUSAN LOVETT discuss the early findings of their research, the Teachers of Promise study: Teachers in their ninth year of teaching.

PETER COOLBEAR analyses the implications of codes of practice for domestic tertiary students.

Through a number of initiatives Otorohanga district has successfully reduced youth unemployment. Believe the hype, says JUDE BARBACK.

The Teachers Council reports good feedback from the newly implemented Guidelines for Induction and Mentoring and Mentor Teachers and looks to the next steps.

New Zealand Transport Agency collaborates with schools to enable road-safety education.

ROB STEVENS writes on the strides New Zealand has made in welcoming international students

Relations between the Minister of Education and teachers do not appear to be good. JOHN GERRITSEN assesses the implications

STUART MIDDLETON considers parallels between the experiences of new teachers and new entrants

Moves are afoot to ensure new teachers are well supported in their first two years in the profession

Fitting in is an important part of teaching, suggests JOHN TAYLOR

MARY JAMIESON talks to NZ Teacher about the issues facing new teachers

Take care of the minor misbehaviour and the big stuff is less likely, says KEVIN KNIGHT

The model of effective practice: BILL ROGERS advises a calm, non-confrontational approach to behaviour management

It’s the school that is not a school – the tertiary high school. JOHN GERRITSEN reports

Education Review asks education leaders to share their thoughts on the big issues looming for the school sector this year

Associations, unions and more – here’s a brief guide to the education sector.

Workplace culture is a common concept in other sectors, so what about in schools? WAYNE ERB takes a look at two examples at either end of the spectrum.

GEOFF VAUSE reports on expectations now placed on providers of teacher education.

We spend 10 times as much putting a young person through ‘crime school’ than high school. Dr JOHN LANGLEY asks why.