Find out more about our co-funded research projects from the 2023 AARIA request for proposals

 

2023 projects funded | 6
Total funding awarded by Ako Aotearoa | $243,890

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Project

In the starting blocks: Scoping the experiences, vulnerabilities, and potentials of dyscalculic adult learners in Aotearoa New Zealand

This study will investigate the challenges faced by dyscalculic adults and inform the development of resources to support them to improve their numeracy skills. 

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Project

Guidelines for supporting foundation ākonga to use Generative Artificial Intelligence tools to improve writing and reading

This research project aims to better understand the specific challenges, impacts, and potentials of utilising Gen AI to support the learning of reading and writing or beginning te reo Māori for Aotearoa foundation and bridging ākonga.

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Project

Scoping the integration of AI in adult tertiary education: An equitable and outcome-focused approach in Aotearoa New Zealand

This project seeks to provide an understanding of the current state of AI in adult tertiary education and develop practical guidelines to assist educators and organisations to integrate AI into their practice. 

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Project

Readying nursing students for culturally grounded practice that supports a new vision for older persons’ healthcare environments

This research project seeks to discover ways to better prepare student nurses for culturally-centred work in older persons' healthcare.

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Project

Addressing racial equity & justice in the tech sector for Pasifika learners in Aotearoa New Zealand

This project seeks to understand what variables make for a successful IT programme focused on racial equity and justice for Pasifika educators and learners in the Tech sector.

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Project

Activating Aotearoa histories: Giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi in education through the Education and Training Act (2020)

This project aims to develop an understanding of what participants have taken from the Poutama Pounamu Blended Learning (PPBL) programme at Te Kura Toi Tangata, the Faculty of Education at the University of Waikato, and how that has influenced and changed their own work with student teachers.

Further reading

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AARIA 2022

AARIA funded research projects from the 2022 round.