Ako Aotearoa leads New Zealand's tertiary sector in building educational capability for learner success.

Guide

Things to do at the start of a course

This resource guide outlines some simple things teaching staff can do at the start of a course to make people feel welcome and to foster a sense of belonging.

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Online course

Engaging Learners Online | Teaching Through Technology | 13 Feb 2025

Explore and assess technology and resources that support enhanced teaching, learning and overall engagement.

MARCH 2025 - ONLINE WORKSHOPS

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) workshops

During March 2025 the spotlight will be on Universal Design for Learning. We will share resources, research and information around this theme. We will also offer four workshops, which will provide you with practical skills, strategies, and knowledge to put UDL into practice.

Ako Aotearoa News

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DFQM online ceremony 2024

Announcement

Online award ceremony recognises seven organisations to achieve the Dyslexia-Friendly Quality Mark in 2024

in 2024 seven organisations across New Zealand were accredited with the three-year DFQM – being recognised for their dedication and commitment to supporting Dyslexic learners.

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Announcement

Staff from six organisations honoured with Tapatoru Ako Professional Practice awards

Thirty-eight staff members were celebrated for their dedication to professional development and the Tapatoru programme at an online award ceremony on 7 November.

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News

Ako Aotearoa announces six successful projects in 2024 contestable funding round

The Ako Aotearoa Research and Innovation Agenda (AARIA) has awarded research funding to six innovative, ako-centered Tertiary education projects in 2024.