Category Archives: teaching

Algebra is one of those often reviled topics for students – it’s too hard, it doesn’t make sense, and what the heck are those letters doing in a maths equation! Finding ways to connect students with the concepts that underpin … Continue reading →

I teach a year 9 and a year 10 integrated class and I’ve always had the luxury of not having to prepare students for external assessments. Not so anymore… With the introduction of the new Literacy and Numeracy standards, my … Continue reading →

Want to teach your students about financial literacy? Want to reinforce the importance of working hard to be successful in life? Want to have some fun with your class? Consider setting up a Classroom economy. I came across this concept … Continue reading →

And if there was a problem, yo, I’ll solve it. Check out the hook while my DJ revolves it Vanilla Ice, “Ice Ice Baby” Teaching students how to solve problems is an important part of a 21st Century education. But … Continue reading →

Like a number of New Zealand schools, we have a wharenui on our campus. Our whare is called Aronui – named after one of the baskets of knowledge. There are number of beautiful carvings, both outside and inside, and along … Continue reading →