Formative assessment is properly regarded as a key to achieving significant step-wise improvements in student learning outcomes. However, the embedding of formative assessment techniques present many challenges. Several leading NZ schools are now using student response systems combined with enabling software, to embed formative assessment into everyday classroom practices.
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The research is definitive: properly used, student response systems such as CPS enable educators to achieve startling improvements in learning outcomes with their classes. Is this surprising?
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The research is definitive: properly used, student response systems such as CPS enable educators to achieve startling improvements in learning outcomes with their classes. Is this surprising?It shouldn’t be. Only by adopting these solutions can educators (and the group as a whole) achieve instant regular feedback on the class’ readiness and understanding of the topic.
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In December Manzana introduced the first batch of digital clipboards to its clients around New Zealand. Manzana’s Digital Clipboard allows a user to write using ordinary ink on ordinary paper, but enjoy the privilege of saving a digital copy of this and being able to edit it later. This is the perfect tool for capturing notes
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As of 1 January, Manzana has relocated to new offices at 192C Wairau Rd, Wairau Valley on Auckland’s North Shore.The new premises provide for a warehouse facility, a dedicated training area, and larger, more comfortable air conditioned offices for the expanding team. Parking on site and nearby street parking will accommodate groups of visitors comfortably.
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Whangaparaoa Primary School principal Steve Collins was a winner at the Learn @ Schools Conference, in Rotorua (February 2005). He competed against other principals in a general knowledge quiz run on a Classroom Performance System (CPS). The contest ran throughout the three day conference. Semi-finals were held each day to whittle down the participants. Eighteen finalists
