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06 MARCH 1, 2019 Educationlink The devil in the details of the proposed Mega-Poly An Analysis by John Gerritsen The government’s plan for a monster merger of all 16 polytechnics and institutes of technology has taken everyone by surprise, but some might say they had it coming. After nearly $100 million in bailouts last year and the possibility of more to come, the government has eschewed half-measures and complex policy solutions for the relatively simple option of rolling all institutes into one. NZ Institute of Skills and Technology For good measure, it has also decided to strip the job of organising on-the-job training and apprenticeships from industry training organisations (ITOs) and give it to the proposed new mega-polytechnic, the New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology. Critics will say that the Plan takes centralisation too far and will result in an organisation that is too big and unwieldy to ensure each region is getting the skills training and courses it needs. Others might say that it provides a single solution to a range of long-standing and complex problems, and tensions in vocational education and training. Either way, the government cannot s p a c e be accused of tinkering around the edges. The Problems So, what are the problems the government is trying to solve with its plan for a mega-poly? Number one is the viability and stability of the 16 polytechnics and institutes of technology. Right now, the institutions are going through difficult times. The previous government froze their funding for most of its tenure and they have suffered falling enrolments as high employment encourages people to get jobs instead of qualifications. designers ltd architectural designer. We have moved to our New Office at 178 A Pakuranga Road, Pakuranga, Auckland 2010 Our new Telephone Number: 09 577 2172 / 021 687162 Email: info@sdlimited.co.nz Website: www.spacedesignersltd.co.nz our strengths member of ADNZ - recognised professional body well equipped & established with good reputation overall personal service technical competency & professional experience. Some have been badly burned in the collapse of the market for Indian foreign students. High and rising deficits Those stresses are showing in their balance sheets. Collectively, the sector made adeficit of more than $50 million in 2017, at least one institution - the West Coast’s Tai Poutini Polytechnic - appears unviable as a stand-alone institution, and the biggest of the 16 polytechnics, Unitec, is expected to have losses worth $100 million over the four years to the end of this year. Polytechnic bosses and staff have long argued that the institutions just need a bit more government funding. Penny Simmonds from Southern Institute of Technology told RNZ that $45 million would probably be enough to fix most of the sector’s problems, while the Tertiary Education Union estimates more like $200 million is required. ‘Wasteful duplication’ But the government wants greater efficiencies and when it sees practically every polytechnic operating campuses in Auckland, it doesn’t see nimble competition, it sees wasteful duplication. In addition, mergers have long been seen as the road to stability in the polytechnic sector. Government briefing papers say that the Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec were last year discussing amalgamating, as were the all-but-merged Whitireia in Porirua and Weltec in Wellington. A national merger follows to its conclusion the logic that big institutions are more stable and ensures there are no Cinderella left out of the picture because their small size or large debts make them unattractive partners. The Unitec Example That is not a conclusion everyone will agree with. The debacle at Unitec - the country’s largest polytechnic - proves that size is no protection from disaster and some modest-sized regional polytechnics have long track records of financial stability and success. Last year, the Ministry of Education told the government the option of a single national polytechnic offered the greatest potential savings, but that was outweighed by the potential risks. The Ministry and the Tertiary Education Commission warned that the government risked putting all of its eggs in one basket; if the leaders of the new mega-polytechnic get it wrong, it goes wrong for every polytechnic in the country. The government’s proposal would eliminate the long-standing overlap. The other significant problems that the government’s proposal tackles are long-standing tensions between industry training and polytechnics. Please read the full text in our Web Edition: www.indiannewslink.co.nz Analysis by John Gerritsen is the Education Correspondent at Radio New Zealand. Indian Newslink has published the above story and picture under aSpecial Arrangement with www.rnz.co.nz “I never checked out tax refunds before. If they were automatic it’d be useful.” We’re looking at making the tax refunds process automatic. To learn more about this, and the other proposed changes, visit changingforyou.ird.govt.nz
MARCH 1 , 2019 New Mobile App a boon to children and ECE Supplied Content OPENINGWA JUNE 2019* From Unicorns to Fairies, Mythical Creatures have contributed their mite to honing of the fantasy world of children. Parents and educators have tried to unveil the Pegasus and narrate social stories. But have the children grasped them? ‘Ready for Big School’ assists parents and early childhood educators in this task, while being a toddler’s best friend. Good blend A brainchild of Abel Tutagalevao, Managing Director of the Auckland based Cultural Hubb Limited, ‘Ready for Big School’ is a blend of stories and games. Launched globally last month on Google Play Store and App Store, this Storybook Gaming App aids toddlers and pre-schoolers during their transitioning phase from kindergarten to primary school. Multiple languages Priced at US$ 7.99 for children in the two-to-five years age group, the App, initially in English, will soon be available in Mandarin, Arabic, Portuguese, Spanish and Hindi and many other languages with updates. Please check for languages availability in both iPhone and Android versions of mobile phones. Mr Tutagalevao said that the App represents a technological leap in the educational sector, with social stories in the form of games for smart and happy children to prepare for school. Real-life experience “It also provides a supportive and enthusiastic real-life experience for children to be positive and have a sense of belonging in a new school en- Go with colour Wishing you a happy and colour filled Holi Festival 2019! vironment. Key concepts such as confidently approaching tasks and morning routines, following instructions, forming friendships, working in groups, being courageous in trying new things, coping with emotions and learning about words and numbers are all covered to inspire learning. Use of this App will boost achild’s confidence and help in developing independence,” he said. Helping ASD children ‘Ready for Big School’ helps toddlers coming from different walks of life, especially those with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) by providing audio and visual cues for better understanding. Mr Tutagalevao described the App as a ‘game changer.’ “This will empower and boost achild’s confidence to become a more settled and be school-ready. It will be a lifetime of learning, help reduce a busy parent’s anxiety, complement many school readiness programmes throughout the Educationlink FOOD OUTLETS ANTED 07 world.” he said. With a big focus on supporting early childhood development both with an academic and life skills focus, ‘Ready for Big School’ explores the idea of going to school for the first time and helps children face the upcoming challenges with excitement and fun. For additional information, please contact Anjali Debora Barboza. Email: anjali@readyforbigschool.com https://readyforbigschool. com/ Ready for Big School: Apps Homepage (Supplied Home-based educators’ qualification rising Supplied Content The government-subsidised education and care of young children that takes place in the educator’s home or in the child’s home will become professionalised, to ensure better and more consistent quality, Education Minister Chris Hipkins has said. He said this morning that Home-based Early Childhood Education has been the fastest growing part of the early learning sector, receiving over $150 million each year in public funding. 18,267 children received education and care from a home-based educator in 2018, a n increase of 65% increase since 2007, he said. Mr Hipkins issued the following Statement: Existing inconsistencies The Coalition Government is committed to making New Zealand the best place in the world to be a child. High quality early learning is a right of every child and their parents and whānau, to give them the best possible start in life. We have heard from educators and parents about the unique place that home-based learning holds, in particular the family-feel it provides, with small groups and close relationships. But we have also heard concerns about inconsistent quality across the sector, due in part to inadequate government oversight. Currently, home-based educators are not required to hold a relevant qualification, and in fact the proportion of services with qualified educators has declined over the last decade. Lifting minimum standards The Government has decided to move towards a Level 4 Early Childhood Education Certificate becoming the minimum qualification for home-based educators. Evidence suggests that an ECE qualification supports educators to provide children with stimulating, warm and supportive early learning experiences. I will work with the sector to determine an appropriate time for this qualification requirement to become mandatory. This change represents a substantial shift and it is important to minimise disruption to parents and whānau. Read more at www.indiannewslink.co.nz This award-winning development is looking for food outlets to open in Sugartree Lane, a convenient pedestrian lane linking Union and Nelson Streets in Auckland’s central city. Surrounded by outdoor garden areas with courtyard or city views, Sugartree Lane has a range of spaces to perfectly fit the size of your restaurant or takeaway business. By the end of 2019 over 10,000 people will live or work close to Sugartree Lane so come in and discuss the possibilities your new food business today. DON’T MISS OUT, CONTACT US TODAY TO VIEW. Julie Warbrick 022 639 3028 | julie@sugartree.co.nz SUGARTREELANE.CO.NZ * PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE
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