Don’t know if a cable is working or not? Find out with this handy USB Cable Tester Board, which works for iOS, Android and Type-C connections. It’s easy to use. Simply plug a USB C power supply into the top right connector, then one end of the cable […]
If you need to view your smartphone and laptop screen at the same time, a Portable Magnetic Phone Stand could be for you. Using it is super easy. With its strong, adjustable arm, simply attach (by a magnet) to the back of the laptop screen, position the phone […]
Remember these cute and handy little guys? During the late 1980s and throughout the 1990s, the 3.5-inch floppy disk ruled the portable storage world; the double-sided, high-density 1.44 MB was the most popular form of temporary storage. Once found in almost every office and classroom, you can bring the distinctive […]
A ‘prompt’ is the term used for the question you ask a generative AI tool. Well-crafted prompts help make the answers more effective and useful. ‘Prompt Engineering’ is the process of crafting a specific, detailed, and instructive prompt to produce a useful response from a large language model. […]
Quantum computing is groundbreaking and could be the next big technological leap. But what exactly is it? Should schools be thinking about it? How could it impact education? Here are a few of the things teachers need to consider. Quantum computing is a new way of doing computation […]
With Microsoft ending support for Windows 10 on 14 October, 2025, the Ministry recommends schools to update devices to Windows 11 as soon as possible. Schools should also inform families about the upcoming changes for students who use ‘bring your own devices’ (BYOD) that may be affected. If […]
Recent research by NZCER offers a glimpse into the perception and use of generative artificialintelligence (AI) primary classrooms (Years 5–8). Survey responses were received from 266primary school teachers, who were interested in the area, and 147 students spread across fourcase study schools. Earlier this year, NZCER invited Kiwi […]
Calling all esports enthusiasts. In November, Manurewa Intermediate School is hosting its 4th South Auckland Esport Tournament on 12 November. You’re invited to enter teams for Rocket League matches. Boys and Girls’ Teams from Primary, Intermediate and High Schools are welcome! “We use this day to build friendships, […]
eBooks and Audiobooks are perfect for supporting all students including neurodiverse learners, EAL students, and reluctant readers. With 24/7 access on any device, at school or home, ePlatform helps build a strong, schoolwide reading culture. It’s already trusted by hundreds of schools across Aotearoa. Specialising in local content […]
Network for Learning (N4L) has completed nearly a third of Managed Network Upgrades. So far, 750 schools have access to next-generation internet infrastructure. The upgrade involves replacing school firewalls before they reach end-of-life, and switching to a new internet connection. All schools are scheduled to complete the upgrade […]
Thanks to every who’s already entered this year’s Student Minecraft Competition. We also know a lot of you are working hard getting yours ready. There’s plenty of time. Entries don’t close until the end of the term, Friday 19 September. The Challenge: ‘Sustainable Seas’ The year’s competition is […]
Thinking of entering the Frankenstories NZ Triathlon? Don’t delay. There are just a few days left! INTERFACE has teamed up with creative writing game Frankenstories to bring you and your class a brand new challenge. During Term 2, the inaugural Frankenstories Triathlon presented by INTERFACE Magazine is challenging New Zealand […]
