Screen time often gets a bad rap. But could time on their devices actually be good for teens? Well, yes, according to the latest research, which shows that digital tools can support kids’ wellbeing, learning and healthy habits. While digital devices and screen time can get blamed for […]
Released last month, the OECD Teaching and Learning International Survey (TALIS) questioned 280,000 educators from 55 countries. A key area of feedback and insight was the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in teaching. Here’s what was reported – and how New Zealand teachers compared to the rest of […]
Access to all audio visual, music and print resources to enhance your teaching should be available to all educators and all schools, without the worry of the consequences of breaching copyright. Currently they’re not but you can help to put that right, writes Martin Drew. Offering free access […]
Get your thinking caps on and your blocks on the move. Our Minecraft competition is back (a little sooner than we expected) … and with a twist. We’ve teamed up with Microsoft and MOTAT to bring you TWO awesome Minecraft Education Edition competitions: Students – Your challenge is […]
From STEM to STEAM or STREAM (or even SMET, STEEM, STREM, SMERFT, STEMIE) … these are acronyms synonymous with an engaging and effective part of today’s education. What does it all mean? How are these concepts being used by teachers? And what impact are they having? INTERFACE investigates. […]
Issue 132 – Term 3, September 2026 . . INTERFACE News and Views Student Minecraft Competition 2026: There’s still time. Entries close Friday 25 September (end of Term 3). Reader Survey 2026: AI and digital tech in teaching How are teachers really using digital technology in the classroom? […]
A report entitled ‘Digital New Zealand 2018’ reveals a growing awareness and acceptance of the positive potential of computer games for culture, imagination, social interaction, and learning. Findings from the recently-released Digital New Zealand 2018 (DNZ18) research study provide valuable insights for educators with an interest in the […]
