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 workshop

Te Tiriti o Waitangi - a Visual History (non-Māori) | 14 Feb 2025

This Professional Learning session offers an introductory understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

This workshop is for non-Māori only, to ensure cultural safety for participants.

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.

Ako Aotearoa News

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2024 TWK awardees

Announcement

Top NZ tertiary educators for 2024 announced

Eleven awardees have been announced for the 2024 Te Whatu Kairangi | Aotearoa Tertiary Educator Awards.

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.

tapatoru news article

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.