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Mobile learning with location-aware, augmented-reality business games
Last updated by: ako_admin (Ako Administrator) on 26 January 2012 - 2:42pm
This project included the development of a business game which was tested by students and teachers on two campuses. It contributed to improving the practicality and accessibility of mobile learning tools which can be used to improve engagement and achievement of undergraduate students in business and related disciplines.
Supporting academic success by minority group students in a private training establishment
Last updated by: ako_admin (Ako Administrator) on 20 January 2012 - 12:09pm
The project aims to identify learning and teaching strategies successful with culturally and linguistically diverse students and make recommendations for good practice to the tertiary sector.
Rethinking assessment for the science modules in the first year nursing programme
Last updated by: ako_admin (Ako Administrator) on 9 December 2011 - 11:54am
This research project investigated what tools could be used to assess evidence of the development of all aspects of science-informed competence in nursing education.
Increasing retention and graduation in a PTE learning environment
Last updated by: ako_admin (Ako Administrator) on 9 September 2011 - 11:34am
This project investigated the causes of learners withdrawing or not completing courses of study in Kiwidotcom, a Northland PTE, and to identify those current practices which are working effectively in keeping at least 60% of learners engaged to completion.
Cultural confluence – challenges for a training provider intending to work cross-culturally within Māori and Pasifika contexts
Last updated by: ako_admin (Ako Administrator) on 15 September 2011 - 1:15pm
This project sought to explore pedagogical models and research methodologies specific to Māori and Pasifika contexts.
