A hacker has caused a digital havoc at Hawera High School. On Monday teachers arrived at school to find a message on the computer system demanding a US$5,000 ransom in bitcoin. The chair of the school’s board of trustees Phil Nixon says it is causing huge disruption. Read […]
Ever thought of using Facebook in your classroom? The world’s most popular social media service is accessible and intuitive, and offers an awesome way to ‘flip’ the way you teach, explains Matt Lambert. When many people think about teenagers and their use of Facebook, or any form of […]
Are you using computer programming in your classroom? If so, we’re keen to hear from you for a ‘special feature’ in our next issue. We want you to tell us about your experiences using coding in your students’ learning. Just get in touch with INTERFACE Editor Greg Adams […]
Issue 90 – Term 3, September 2018 To read more you can subscribe at interfaceonline.co.nz/subscribe/ Subscriptions start from just $1 a copy! INTERFACE News and Views Noticeboard Matific launches in Te Reo MÃori 2018 School-gen Minecraft Eco-House Competition Digital learning with days at the museum The Raranga Matihiko […]
You may have the action camera … but do you have all the bits to get the best out of it? With this Accessory Kit, you’ll have all the essentials – from clips and clasps to straps and screws – to film your action-packed adventures. It contains […]
The BBC micro:bit is a pocket-sized computer that is perfect for teaching and learning digital technology. The starter kit has everything you need to power it up and connect to your computer to program and get creating. Included are: BBC micro:bit Board Battery holder 2 AAA Batteries USB […]
Feel the power of the Force … in your ears! Disney has created a range of Star Wars-themed earbuds (in-ear headphones), with 3.5mm auxiliary audio input jack for smartphones and MP3 players. Not only do they look great in or out of your ears, but also they […]
Never be caught short without the ability to charge again with a Dual Charge Fusion Keyring Cable. Suitable for both Apple and Android, simply attached it to keys and you’ll always be able to connect thanks to this nifty mini cable. It’s compact and lightweight – you won’t […]
Feeling hot? Keep cool this summer with a USB-powered Mini Desk Fan. Measuring just 4-inches wide, it’s ideal for the classroom or office. This powerful, compact device comes in a stylish chrome finish and with a kickstand, so you can set at the perfect angle. Simply connect […]
Interested in digital creativity? Now in their 11th years, the MADE Awards 2018 are a fantastic way to challenge your students’ digital media skills. There are eight categories to choose from: Commercial; Music Video; Story Telling; Documentary; Creative Digital Image; Graphic Design; Photo Essay; and Open. Each is […]
What does the perfect classroom look like? We teamed up with Woods Furniture to challenge students to tell us. Using its free app, Space Planner, we asked them to design the best space possible for their learning – and be in to win an actual classroom makeover. Thanks […]
We had some great prizes up for grabs in our last issue. Firstly, there were two copies of ‘All About Virtual Reality’. They go to Simon Pearse, Waipawa School, Hawke’s Bay, and Andrew Chambers, Riverview School, Kerikeri. We also had a STEAMS Kit. The first name drawn was […]
