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The Flaws of Traditional Education
When I was in year 4 of primary school, here in Aotearoa New Zealand, my parents decided to pull the plug. At the time I don’t think I quite understood why, but I knew that I
Nurturing Learning through Play: Oropi School’s Journey with Play Pedagogy
Longworth Education has embarked on a journey to show of Play Pedagogy from Aotearoa New Zealand on the world stage. Play Pedagogy is a way of integrating children’s play ex
Debunking Education Myths: Rethinking Standardized Tests, Instructional Time, Teaching Approaches, and Teacher Effectiveness
In this article we summarise the myths of standardised tests, defined time blocks of literacy and numeracy, ‘back to basics approach’ and the ‘watered down curric
Standardised testing in NZ? Give me a break
For many school students overseas, break times have all but vanished in the pursuit of academic excellence. Do we really want to go down that path here? Read more here
RNZ Panel with Wallace Chapman
Dr. Sarah Aiono was on the Panel to talk about how boredom can help our kids learn.
Embracing Play-Based Learning: A Decade of Transformation at Kaurihohore School
Longworth Education has embarked on a journey to show off Play Pedagogy from Aotearoa New Zealand on the world stage. Play Pedagogy is a way of integrating children’s play e
The Standardised Testing Debate: A Detriment to New Zealand’s Children?
As nations around the globe strive to enhance their education systems, the merits of standardised testing have come under scrutiny. The recent education plan proposal by the
Embracing Play Pedagogy: A Transformative Journey at Northcote Primary School
Longworth Education has embarked on a journey to show of Play Pedagogy from Aotearoa New Zealand on the world stage. Play Pedagogy is a way of integrating children’s play exp
Embracing Play Pedagogy: A Journey of Transformation at St. Patrick’s School
Longworth Education has embarked on a journey to show of Play Pedagogy from Aotearoa New Zealand on the world stage. Play Pedagogy is a way of integrating children’s play experi
Thoughts from Scotland
Dr. Sarah Aiono shares her recent experience meeting with the Play in Education, Development and Learning (PEDAL) team based in the Faculty of Education at the University of Cambri