Annual Gathering of TENZ in the Year 2025
TENZ 2025 Conference: Empowering Technology Education in New Zealand
The Technology Education New Zealand (TENZ) is set to host the TENZ 2025 Conference, titled "Inspiring Ākonga Empowering Kaiako," from 29 September to 1 October 2025 at Wellington East Girls’ College. This national event aims to support and strengthen technology education in New Zealand by providing a dynamic and supportive environment for teachers and researchers in the field[1][3][5].
The conference will offer a diverse range of over 50 sessions, covering topics such as AI, AR, rockets, neuro inclusion, culturally sustaining practice, curriculum integration, practical tools like Minecraft, WorldPainter, and Brisk, and collaborative work on pathways, assessment, and cross-curricular design thinking[1][5].
Attendees can expect engaging workshops with hands-on activities, including experiences like chocolate making at the Wellington Chocolate Factory, highlighting interactive and practical learning opportunities[1]. The conference also provides opportunities to connect with passionate educators and strengthen relationships within the technology education community across Aotearoa[1].
Sessions are designed to support teachers in navigating new technology curriculum standards and assessments, such as guidance on NCEA Level 1 Technology externals for 2025[2]. Additionally, the conference features trade stalls, workshops, and spaces thoughtfully prepared for accessibility and engagement[1].
The conference programme offers a mix of practice, pedagogy, and possibility to empower kaiako (teachers). It also aims to provide opportunities for connecting with the community and learning about new products, tools, and opportunities in technology education[1].
A PLD webinar titled "Digital tools for science learning" introduces easy-to-use digital tools for real-time data collection[4]. Furthermore, the Futures thinking toolkit can be customised to explore impacts of new technology like AI and ChatGPT[6].
In "Gaming for learning," learn more about how games and simulations can aid learning and see examples of their use in classrooms[7]. Browse resources under the "Nature of technology" topic[7].
The conference will take place at the Wellington East Girls' College located at 131 Austin Street, Mount Victoria, Te Whanganui-a-Tara | Wellington 6011. For further information and registration, visit the conference's website at https://tenz.org.nz/2025-conference.
Articles "Data about data" and "Data and how we use it" encourage students to think about data gleaned from online sources[3]. However, the related content does not have a published date provided.
The TENZ 2025 Conference is set to be an exciting event for anyone interested in technology education, offering a wealth of opportunities for learning, collaboration, and inspiration[1].
- The TENZ 2025 Conference, focusing on technology education, offers a variety of sessions covering online-education topics such as AI, AR, and neuro inclusion, aiming to empower teachers and foster learning.
- Attendees of the TENZ 2025 Conference can find engaging workshops on education-and-self-development, including practical tools like Minecraft and WorldPainter, and hands-on activities like chocolate making, showcasing the importance of online-education and interactive learning.
