E-learning for adult literacy, language and numeracy: a case study of a polytechnic Last Publication Date: 01 Jun 2010 This case study describes how a New Zealand polytechnic uses e-learning to help students with literacy, language and numeracy needs.
One size does not fit all’: how five tertiary education organisations embed literacy, language and numeracy: summary report Last Publication Date: 01 Jun 2010 This report summarises the findings of a project on how different tertiary education organisations teach literacy, language and numeracy skills as part of their programmes.
Academic performance of first-year bachelors students at university Last Publication Date: 01 May 2010 The study considered a population of first-year bachelors-degree students at university, who had all achieved the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) level 3 and attained…
Benefits of Education for Māori Last Publication Date: 01 May 2010 Increased educational achievement by Māori contributes to improved wellbeing for individuals and whānau. This fact sheet presents information that illustrates the benefits of education in terms…
Benefits of Tertiary Certificates and Diplomas – exploring economic and social outcomes Last Publication Date: 01 May 2010 This report examines the economic and social benefits of tertiary certificates and diplomas and provides new evidence of the value of a significant part of the…
An Innovative Approach to Changing Social Attitudes around Family Violence in New Zealand: Key ideas, insights and lessons learnt Last Publication Date: 01 Mar 2010 The purpose of this review is to understand and articulate the approach of the campaign and determine how well the campaign is working. In particular, it…
Campaign for Action on Family Violence: Impact of the ‘It’s not ok’ television advertisements Last Publication Date: 01 Mar 2010 The Ministry of Social Development undertook three surveys between December 2007 and September 2008 to measure the reach and retention of the Campaign for Action on…
Analysis of graduate income data 2002-2007 by broad field of study Last Publication Date: 01 Mar 2010 A working paper prepared by the Ministry of Women’s Affairs, March 2010.
Attitudes, Values and Beliefs about Violence within Families: 2008 survey findings Last Publication Date: 01 Mar 2010 This national face-to-face survey included over 2,500 in-home interviews in order to explore attitudes and beliefs about violence towards women, inter-partner violence and child abuse. The survey…
Workers with low literacy or numeracy skills: characteristics, jobs and education and training patterns Last Publication Date: 01 Mar 2010 This paper examines the characteristics and education and training patterns of adults in employment who have low literacy or numeracy skills. It provides information on: their personal…