Tuesday, September 30, 2008

New Zealand Schools are in need of Overseas Teachers

In the recent news from Nzherald said that most schools in New Zealand are now in need of Teachers to fill up vacancy like technology and physic teachers.

The report said that the greatest demand earlier this year was for English Teachers and now followed by technology and maths.

What is the main reason why jobs weren't filled? The report said that about three-quarters of job advertisement were applied by the same person, others received no replies.

Now the Government had introduced its new policy for overseas teachers to be quickly recognised and trained in UK.

According to Wellington, Rongotai College Principal Graeme Jarret said, "I didn't have anyone I could offer the job to. If [the Government] says there's no shortage, how come we hardly get any applicants?"

Jarrett said he had one word to solve the problem - money. "Because of the rate of pay, the very top young people are not going into teaching."

Indeed, the Government must make necessary actions to supply the shortages of Teachers in New Zealand. They needed to make teaching "more attractive for graduates" by making it a more valued profession.

Wednesday, September 24, 2008

New Zealand: the next destination for Indian Students

source: Business Standard

Business Standard reports that New Zealand now offers study opportunities in the field of research for students in India under the new agreement of New Zealand Government. It also stated that The New Zealand trade and Enterprise and the New Zealand High Commission in India have been organising education fares and activities for Indian Students for the past several years. As a result, Indian students are now granted to take a PhD degree in New Zealand without worrying its hig tuition fee. The New Zealand government is willing to pay at least 60 to 70 percent of fee for students who are taking up research at various NZ Institutions.

New Zealand’s Trade Commissioner to India, Paul Vaughan said “We are getting the maximum number of students from North India. Students from Punjab and Delhi are coming to New Zealand in large numbers. The trend is slowly being followed by students from Maharashtra and the Southern states.”

The population of New Zealand is just over 4 million. Due to the growing economy, a lot of job opportunities are coming up. “Our unemployment ratio is just 3 per cent and non-New Zealand citizens can take jobs even in the army and the police,” Vaughan added. The academic year in New Zealand star

Monday, September 22, 2008

Under-18s to stay in education

Prime Minister Helen Clark announced that all under 18 year olds will be having some form of education or training from 2004. Those students who are leaving school will have to either go into other training or if they took up a job would have to do that in conjuction with an apprenticeship or qualification.

"Senior secondary schooling will be transformed so that staying at school, gaining relevant qualifications, and building on qualifications beyond school, will become the accepted norm over time," Clark says.

Source: NZPA

Wednesday, September 10, 2008

New Zealand Government's Education Bill to improve Safety and Accountability

source: scoop.co.nz

The Education Amendment Bill states that to improve student attendance and engagement to different school activities, safety measures will be implemented such as:

-Creation of an information programme that will allow a proper identification of teachers who are currently teaching without a current practising certificate or authorisation for the benefits of the students to ensure proper education and good guidance.

-The Bill removes early leaving provisions for 15 year old to signal the importance of staying at school.

-Also indicates that this new Bill will provide a greater clarity to school boards of trustees on their roles, and to increase their flexibility around timing of board elections, establishment boards and alternative board constitutions.

-Technical amendments that will affect special education and the New Zealand Qualifications Authority is also included in this Bill.

-Hon Chris Carter, Minister of Education said “Together these measures serve to strengthen the education system for all students and give them the opportunity to realise their full potential.”

Tuesday, August 26, 2008

Why to Study Abroad?

If you have plans studying abroad and still thinking of its benefits then you should read this article for you to find out some of the reasons and discover how can you change your life when you study abroad. At first you should start choosing which University suits your preferences and of your best choice. Try also to consider checking out your finances. Most Universities offers Financial Aid, Scholarships or any other kind of support. Inquire about it and think if you qualify and pass the necessary requirements and conditions. And start preparing your requirements like processing your passport, plane ticket and your accommodation. Still in doubt of going abroad to study? Then below are the reasons why you should Study Abroad:

Travel – Where to go? Countries like USA, UK, Australia and New Zealand are to consider. Each countries are way different from each other so you better choose which country you like to go and study. When studying abroad you have the opportunity to visit each places you have never been to like the country's famous sceneries, churches, beaches, etc.

Culture – Discover and experience the country's culture and its traditions. Its one way of learning and understands their cultural differences. Study their languages, habits and beliefs.

Skills and Challenges – With your new setting, its one good opportunity for you to discover the skills and challenges that you'll be dealing with in the near future. Learn to adapt the situation and your abilities will be sharpen in resolving all difficulties.

Social Relationship – When studying abroad, you'll able to meet new friends from the country and also an opportunity for you to meet other international students who are also studying in the same school.

Experience – Students who finished studying abroad brought home bright new ideas, experiences and techniques they have learned from themselves. A totally brand new experience will strengthen their values and beliefs plus adapting new concepts and perceptions in life.

New Academic System – Studying abroad gives you the opportunity to discover and learn the new academic system which is not offered on your own home schools.

Greater Employment Opportunities – Once you have learned a new language, It is a great opportunity for you when looking for jobs. Employers hire individuals who has an experience in studying abroad knowing that they are more independent, motivated and able to face challenges. You will also have a chance of applying work abroad.

Communication, Languages, other Skills – Studying abroad has a greater chance for you to learn different languages and learn other native skills. And take new courses that is not available on your home school.

Educators said that keep on nurturing your skills and knowledge. And considering studying abroad is one unique experience to each International Students to learn on how to be more independent and confident. Whether you decide to study for a semester or a year, the experience is unexplainable. So start researching and inquire on different universities around the world that offers Study Abroad Programs.