SLH: Unravelling the science/s of learning
21 May 2026 - 28 May 2026
Region(s): Nationwide
Type(s): professional Development
Join a community of learners to deepen your understanding of the science/s of learning. This free 4-week online professional learning experience is designed to shift your classroom practice through the exploration of selected resources and tools, webinars, and shared conversation. Together, we will cultivate a dynamic educational environment that nurtures creativity, curiosity, and scientific understanding, empowering you with the knowledge and confidence to inspire others.
Registrations for this course are now closed – look out for our next course coming later this year.
Information on how to join the course has been sent out to all who have registered, if you haven't received the email please check your junk/spam folders. If still nothing,please email us.
Puna Aronui – unravelling the science/s of learning
This image is an ecosystem, representing the complex factors influencing the learning environment of a child, all aspects need to be in balance, and all parts play a role. Learning is complex and the complexities aren’t always apparent. The Science of Learning asks teachers to look at a broader picture when deciding upon strategies to use in their classroom. It involves acknowledging that learning doesn’t occur in a vacuum, but that many factors can influence learning outcomes.
This is a 4-week part-time online professional learning course and requires a weekly time commitment of 2–3 hours.
The 4 weeks will include three 1-hour online webinars and self-directed learning, including forum contributions.
Week one: online live session – 2 June, 4–5 pm
Week two: online live session – 9 June, 4–5 pm
Week three: supported self-directed learning activities and forum discussions
Week four: online live session – 23 June, 4–5 pm
This opportunity is free and is only available for New Zealand educators. The course will be valuable for teachers of all levels with priority given to phase 4 and 5 teachers. We encourage you to register your interest regardless of the year level you teach. Spaces are currently limited to 50 participants – depending on demand, we may extend this.
The deadline for registrations is 9 pm 28 May (extended).
This Puna Aronui course with be hosted on the School Kit platform, an easy-to-use space created specifically for New Zealand teachers.
We will email you to confirm your place and further details on 29 May, before the programme start date of 2 June.
Participants who attend all the sessions and are active participants within the Puna Aronui community will receive recognition for their contributions and learning with a digital badge.
If you have any questions, please email us.
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Explore the highlights of the Puna Aronui – Inclusive science education course – a 4-week online community learning programme funded by the New Zealand Association of Science Educators (NZASE) and the Network of Expertise (NEX). It aimed to build a deeper, shared understanding of inclusive science teaching through a carefully sequenced learning journey.
Acknowledgement
This programme is a collaboration between the Science Learning Hub Pokapū Akoranga Pūtaiao and NZASE, funded by the Ministry of Education through NEX supporting our phase 4 and 5 teachers.
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