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Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) stories - Page 21

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South Island youth set to benefit from $100k investment

Wed, 15th Feb 2017
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The Government and Ngai Tahu Funds will each invest $50,000 to support a range of programmes, including skills development in STEM subjects.
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Vodafone's two cents on what lies ahead for tech

Wed, 1st Feb 2017
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Vodafone forecasts a tech revolution with cyber security, AR, and diversity at the helm as it champions a more inclusive future.
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Australia leading the world in AI technology

Wed, 18th Jan 2017
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Australian businesses are spending big on AI technology, investing on average $6 million a year - a huge sum that is second only to the US.
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Zetta to help put Western Australia's STEM learning on the map

Wed, 18th Jan 2017
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Scitech is a not-for-profit firm that aims to raise STEM awareness, interest, capability and participation in all Western Australians.
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Pip Marlow exits Microsoft Australia; Steven Worrall to take top job

Thu, 15th Dec 2016
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After 21 years, Pip Marlow departs Microsoft Australia for Suncorp role, handing reins to Steven Worrall come January.
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Microsoft and Laos government to accelerate DX

Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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Microsoft hosts Government Solution Day event in Laos to showcase the benefits of technology in digital transformation and economic development.
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What the U.S election means for the tech sector

Wed, 9th Nov 2016
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As the U.S. election looms, the tech sector braces for the impact of policies by future POTUS on innovation and growth.
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CompTIA channel community celebrates growth across Australia and New Zealand

Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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CompTIA celebrates growth in Australia and NZ, with 410 premier members and over 1400 registered users in just over a year.
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Microsoft Ignite NZ 2016: Breaking the rules with Dona Sarkar

Thu, 27th Oct 2016
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Dona Sarkar, head of Windows Insiders Program, founder of Fibonacci Sequins, and fashion line Prima Dona Style, speaks at Microsoft Ignite NZ 2016.
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It's never too late to hack the classroom

Tue, 4th Oct 2016
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Attendees were inspired by world-renowned education thought leaders like John Kao, founder and CEO of EdgeMakers.
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STEM learning flourishes in world of flipped learning

Thu, 29th Sep 2016
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STEM education leaps ahead as teachers harness flipped learning and tech, breaking through past barriers for lively, effective classes.
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Inspiring students through a passion-based curriculum

Tue, 13th Sep 2016
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The Microsoft in Education team will continue to seek out new ways for technology to connect students with their passions.
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Palmerston North City Council launches Tech Challenge

Tue, 6th Sep 2016
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Palmerston North City Council has launched a new programme to encourage young people to become excited about science, technology, engineering & maths.
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Call goes out for help with STEM gaming platform for girls

Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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The call has gone out for Kiwis and Aussies to help with a community based gaming platform designed to encourage girls to pursue STEM-based careers.
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Game-based learning to flourish, report says

Wed, 3rd Aug 2016
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The tech research company says that game-based learning enables students to experience the situation from close quarters.
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Exclusive: New initiative aims to challenge stereotypes and help girls Dream IT

Tue, 26th Jul 2016
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A new initiative from IT community CompTIA aims to challenge stereotypes and preconceived ideas and show year 7 and 8 girls tech really is cool.
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Exclusive: IT industry called on to help girls Dream IT

Tue, 26th Jul 2016
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IT community organisation CompTIA has put the call out for those involved in IT to speak out to encourage young girls into IT.
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IFS opinion: Are ANZ companies doing enough to transform themselves?

Wed, 20th Jul 2016
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When I first saw the results of IFS's Digital Transformation Survey, I was surprised that only 50% of respondents in ANZ had a clear strategy.
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Fortinet looking for education and training partners across ANZ

Wed, 13th Jul 2016
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Cyber security firm Fortinet is seeking education partners in Australia and New Zealand to roll out its network security academy.
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New initiative to boost women's participation in ANZ IT industries

Tue, 12th Jul 2016
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The IT industry isn't just a place for the boys and is in fact a great place for the girls - an initiative has been launched to promote this message.