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TKI NEWSLETTER 98: 13 July 2006
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Here are some of the new links and resources on TKI over the past 4 weeks.
Pasifika Education Plan
Keep up to date with the Ministry of Education's Pasifika Education Plan launched on the 7th June 2006. It provides strategic direction for coordinating all policies that aim to improve education outcomes for all Pasifika peoples.
http://www.minedu.govt.nz/index.cfm?layout=document&documentid=4711&;data=l
Ngā Manu Kōrero 2006
Access the registration form and a copy of the information booklet for the Ngā Manu Kōrero from the PPTA site. This year's competition is being held in Taranaki from the 12–14 September.
http://www.ppta.org.nz/internal.asp?CategoryID=100453
Māori Language Week
Use this site to start planning for Māori Language Week, 24–30 July 2006. The website suggests ways to celebrate te reo Māori, provides forms to order resources, and advertises events. You can nominate someone for the Māori Language Awards through this site.
http://www.nzreo.org.nz
He Rourou
Listen to recent audio from He Rourou, Radio New Zealand's weekday programme in te reo Māori. The audios are about five minutes long and are available for seven days after the first broadcast.
http://www.radionz.co.nz/nr/programmes/afternoons
Set Sail on 3 Great Voyages of Discovery
Find information about the explorer navigator, Captain James Cook at this site of Captain Cook Birthplace Museum. It includes a variety of interactive learning activities for young students.
http://www.captcook-ne.co.uk/index.htm
Captain Cook Timeline
Visit this website for information and a timeline relating to the life of explorer Captain James Cook.
http://www.captcook-ne.co.uk/timeline.htm
The First People's Project
This project allows indigenous students from around the world to work together on collaborative projects. It also allows non-indigenous students to interact with indigenous students in discussions, writing, and art.
http://www.iearn.org.au/fp/efphome.htm
Time – Leaders and Revolutionaries
Read the profiles of leaders and revolutionaries who have shaped world history. This site includes information on Winston Churchill, Nelson Mandela, and Margaret Thatcher. There are links to information on artists, entertainers, scientists, thinkers, builders, titans, heroes and icons, and Person of the Century.
http://www.time.com/time/time100/leaders/index.html
The Groundwater Foundation – Kids Corner
Explore this website for information and activities about groundwater.
http://www.groundwater.org/kc/kc.html
Chemical of the Week
Check out this collection of fact sheets suitable for secondary school science and chemistry students. They provide information on chemicals, their production, uses, and costs.
http://scifun.chem.wisc.edu/chemweek/chemweek.html
Biology Mad
This website for secondary science students has information about cells, genetics, human biology, biochemistry, ecosystems and the environment, and plant biology. It contains a monitored forum for discussion.
http://www.biologymad.com
New Zealand Monarch Butterfly
Go to this website to study the biology of monarch butterflies and other insects. The site includes a multimedia gallery with stories, photos and a discussion area for members, and has forms that may be filled in to report a Monarch sighting or a pest.
http://monarch.org.nz/monarch
Earth, Sea and Sky – Te Ara: The Encyclopedia of New Zealand
Check out this new section of Te Ara: The Encyclopedia of New Zealand. It is a gateway to further information about New Zealand's astronomy, geology, marine environments, ocean study and conservation, birds of sea and shore, harvesting the sea, mineral resources, recreation – sea and sky, climate and atmosphere, hot springs and geothermal energy, natural hazards and disasters, sea and air transport. Each section is further divided into subsections which have an image and media trail, image and media gallery, biographies gallery, and further sources. Information can be viewed in both English and Māori.
http://www.teara.govt.nz/EarthSeaAndSky/en
Planning for Content and Language Learning Across the Curriculum – Primary and Secondary Schools
Investigate these ESOL Online resources, which provide nine key principles each for primary and for secondary level that can be incorporated into planning for ESOL students. Both aim to support students so that they can make academic progress in different curriculum areas while they are learning English. Access the primary and secondary resources from the ESOL home page.
http://www.tki.org.nz/r/esol/esolonline/index_e.php
Annual Monitoring of Reading Recovery: the Data for 2004 (PDF 1.1MB)
Read the latest report on the continuing evaluation of the implementation of Reading Recovery. Schools with Reading Recovery are asked to provide information for the Ministry of Education on an annual basis. This information is used to examine trends in the delivery of Reading Recovery and the progress of students, and to assist the Ministry in developing policies regarding literacy. The report is available in both word and PDF (1.1MB) format.
http://www.minedu.govt.nz/index.cfm?layout=document&documentid=5741&;;data=l
Maui: A Pacific Super Hero
Check out this integrated primary school arts resource based on super heroes and the theatre producion Maui – One Man Against the Gods. Use the ideas in conjunction with attending or viewing the show, or adapt them for other purposes.
http://arts.unitec.ac.nz/teach/units/maui/index.php
Changes to the 'approved subjects' list for university entrance
Read the latest news release from the New Zealand Qualifications Authority, which announces the addition of dance, practical music, health, and technology to the 'approved subjects' list for university entrance. The amended list will apply for entry to university from June 2007.
http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/news/releases/2006/120606.html
Technology for E-Learning: What is RSS?
This article by Rob Englebright, Becta's Services, and Communities Manager provides an introduction to RSS and links to resources and sources. Anyone wanting information about how to setup, subscribe, or link their web pages to specific news feeds will find this site useful.
http://ferl.becta.org.uk/display.cfm?resID=13365
Project Based Learning: Instructional Module
This website from the George Lucas Educational Foundation looks in-depth at project based learning. The inquiry process starts with a guiding question and lends itself to collaborative projects that integrate various subjects within the curriculum. Questions are asked that direct students to encounter the major elements and principles of the project. Emphasis is placed on investigating issues and topics for real world problems. Video, slideshows, and articles are included as support material.
http://www.edutopia.org/modules/PBL/index.php
Project Based Learning
Want to know more about project based learning? This website explains the benefits for students. These include: deeper knowledge of subject matter, increased self-direction and motivation, and improved research and problem-solving skills. Learn more by reading articles, viewing videos from experts, and searching a library of examples.
http://www.edutopia.org/php/keyword.php?id=037
Northland school students world – class problem solvers
Find out the processes behind Kerikeri High School's success, as it took top honours in both the senior and intermediate categories of an international problem-solving competition. The senior team created teaching resources to allow students to receive NCEA credits when working on problem-solving projects, while the intermediate team focused on closer relations with residents of a nearby retirement home.
http://www.tki.org.nz/r/education_for_enterprise/kerikeri/kerikeri_e.php
Rote or Rule? Exploring the Role of Formulaic Language in Classroom Foreign Language Learning (PDF 290KB)
Read this article to help you evaluate the use of rote learning and formulaic expressions in your students' learning. The article reports on the findings from a British longitudinal survey of beginner learners of French.
http://www.tki.org.nz/r/language/Rote_or_Rule.pdf
The Magic Flute – A Study Guide for Schools (PDF 760KB)
Make use of this study guide to Mozart's opera The Magic Flute, for years 7–13. It provides background information and student activities for preparation or follow-up to viewing a live or recorded performance of the opera.
http://www.nzopera.co.nz/content/study_guide/MagicFlute.pdf
Pigments in Paintings – How artists have coloured our lives
Visit this website to explore the fascinating history of colour in paintings. Learn about the symbolism of colour in art, and read all about pigments, from the earthy days of cave painting to the synthetics of modern-day art.
http://webexhibits.org/pigments
War Child Landmines
This section of the War Child International Network website has information about landmine projects, the human cost and the effects of landmines on children, and about countries and regions that have a landmine burden.
http://www.warchild.org/links_resources/landmines/landmines.html
Montana New Zealand Book Awards
View the lists of finalists in each of the eight categories for the Montana Book of the Year Awards. This website also offers the opportunity to share your opinions about each of the finalists, and to read brief descriptions of the award-winning entries and biographies of the writers.
http://www.booksellers.co.nz/mba_finalists.htm
60 second Shakespeare
Visit this website which was developed to support a UK competition, but which also contains guidelines, resources, and information for studying and producing Shakespearian plays, and for learning film production skills. There are teachers' notes and lesson plans for different steps in the production process, with examples of student videos from the UK hosted on the site.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/drama/shakespeare/60secondshakespeare/index.shtml
NS Sciences Mathematics and Technology Teacher Fellowship Scheme PDF (24KB)
Click here to investigate fellowships available to science and technology teachers. The New Zealand Institute of Food Science and Technology (NZIFST) invites applications for 2007 from those who are interested in spending a year in the local food industry.
http://www.tki.org.nz/r/technology/pdf/rsnz_fellowship_offer.pdf
Using ICT in Design and Technology
Investigate this British site, which promotes and supports the use of ICT within the technology curriculum. The site offers support materials and case studies, provides suggestions regarding different ways of using the Internet in design and technology teaching and learning are provided.
http://curriculum.becta.org.uk/docserver.php?temid=83
Bitesize Revision – Design and Technology
Check out the Bitesize design and technology section, which provides secondary students with a means through which to revise the topics of systems and control, resistant materials, electronics, graphics, textiles technology, and food technology. There is also a mock exam and a revision checklist.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/design
Modern Foreign Languages Environment
Explore the collection of resources to support the teaching of second languages on this Learning and Teaching Scotland website. The collection includes documents for students about careers for those with second language skills, a selection of plays in French and German, and a range of teaching ideas and lesson suggestions.
http://www.ltscotland.org.uk/mfle/index.asp
Statement of Intent – 2006 to 2011
Read this document which sets out how, over the next five years, the Ministry of Education will achieve its vital outcomes and how it will act to achieve the wider sector goals of the New Zealand Government. The Departmental Forecast Report for 1 July 2006 to 30 June 2007 is also included.
http://www.minedu.govt.nz/index.cfm?layout=document&documentid=11148&data=l
Operating with numbers – nzmaths
Take a look at the nine new units of work relating to the learning objects that have been added to the number strand on nzmaths.
http://www.nzmaths.co.nz/Number/Operatingwithno.aspx
Literacy Development Officers
Check out how Literacy Development Officers work with school leaders in year 1–8 schools, assisting them to analyse literacy data and review their literacy goals and plans. The case studies provided show how the needs of students can be identified and how to implement effective strategies to improve student literacy.
http://www.tki.org.nz/r/literacy_numeracy/ldo
TKI Hot Topic – Queen Elizabeth II
Check out this latest TKI Hot Topic which has information and links relating to the celebration of the Queen's 80th birthday, the monarchy, and New Zealand's status as a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary democracy.
http://www.tki.org.nz/r/hot_topics/monarchy_e.php
Bancroft Arnesen Expedition – Antarctica
Read this account of the Ann Bancroft and Liv Arnesen expedition, 2000/2001 as the first women to cross the Antarctic continent. The women share information on animals, flora and fauna, climate and geography, and insights into the expedition.
http://www.yourexpedition.com/bae_archive/pages/fp_geargiz.html
Poverty Curriculum
Board the United Nations CyberSchoolBus curriculum unit, and check out this section on poverty. It contains units about food, health, housing, education, work, and economic security. It includes an explanation, a class activity, ideas for community service, and related links.
http://www.un.org/Pubs/CyberSchoolBus/poverty2000/index.asp
Science and Nature: Space – stars
Investigate this BBC site to find out about the birth and death of stars, the chemical makeup of stars, and the different star types.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/space/stars
Hot Science
Gain access to science television programming from all over the world at no cost. You can also use this site to find out about science, to meet New Zealand scientists and discover what they do. The site includes a range of peer-generated videos and featured local projects undertaken by students in communities and schools around the country as well as videos from NASA and other internationally respected scientific agencies.
http://www.hotscience.co.nz
Schools Resourcing for 2007
Discover the changes to be made to operational funding from 2007 for all state and state integrated schools.
http://www.minedu.govt.nz/index.cfm?layout=document&documentid=11257&data=l
CANZ: Learning Power – Resource CD
Don't miss your copy of the 'CANZ Resource CD' – the Computer Access NZ Trust (CANZ) has published its eighth edition. The CD contains 168 separate computer programs; and is the most comprehensive collection available of free educational software, ranging from small and simple to large and sophisticated. It is also a useful source of up-to-date versions of a wide variety of communications and utility programs. Look for upgraded versions of software as well as new. One copy of the CD for all schools will accompany the 22 May edition of the New Zealand Education Gazette.
http://www.tki.org.nz/r/ict/pedagogy/learningpower/new_e.php
Free early childhood education
Read the latest information for all teacher-led early childhood education services, explaining the extra 20 hours free early childhood education per week. This will be available for three and four year old children and introduced from 1 July 2007.
http://www.minedu.govt.nz/goto/11253
National Gifted and Talented Conference 2006
Rising Tides – Nurturing our Gifted Culture 3–5 August 2006 Wellington Convention Centre Visit this website to read more about the opportunity to network, share, and learn with parents, educators, psychologists, and others with a passion for nurturing gifted and talented learners. You can download the programme, read the abstracts, and view speakers' details from the site, as well as register online. Early Bird registration ends 15 June.
http://www.giftedtalentedconf2006.org.nz
Solid Waste Management
Check out these information brochures detailing best practice for waste management in schools. From 1 October 2006 under the National Environmental Standards for Air Quality schools will need a resource consent to continue to use incinerators to burn waste. In addition, regional councils require that you have a resource consent to bury waste on school grounds.
http://www.minedu.govt.nz/index.cfm?layout=document&documentid=11233&data=l
Assessment Resource Banks
Check out the new English resources for close reading at levels 2 and 4, and explore the new 'comprehension' link under the English tab. The comprehension material is divided into two main parts: active comprehension strategies, and vocabulary. Register to use the ARB resources from the ARB homepage.
http://arb.nzcer.org.nz/nzcer3/nzcer.htm
Good school libraries: making a difference to learning
Encourage those who have a role in maintaining your school library to read this UK (Ofsted) report, which identifies the factors that help to produce good libraries in primary and secondary schools. The report can be downloaded in PDF or Word format.
http://www.ofsted.gov.uk/publications/index.cfm?fuseaction=pubs.summary&;id=4170
New Assessment Resource Bank resources
Check out the new mathematics resources for number at levels 2 and 3. To register for access to the ARB material, go to the ARB homepage.
http://arb.nzcer.org.nz/nzcer3/new.htm
Companion Sites
NZ Education Gazette/Tukutuku Korero Online
View the latest edition of the Education Gazette Online. Access articles, notices, and vacancies. New vacancies are added daily, and the TKI Webwatch alerts you to exciting online resources.
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http://www.edgazette.govt.nz
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Teaching vacancies alert service
Interested in teaching vacancies? Let the NZ Education Gazette Direct alert you to positions which match your interests as soon as the vacancy is published online. Subscribe to this free service.
http://www.edgazette.govt.nz/vacancies/subscribe/index.cgi
LeadSpace: for principals
http://www.leadspace.govt.nz/leadership/digital_stories/index.php
Living Heritage: students telling the stories of their communities
http://www.livingheritage.org.nz/news/index.shtml
http://www.tki.org.nz/r/wick_ed/themes/index.php
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