Welcome to the Maker-y site

Here is where teachers and learners can find resources which support the implementation of Digital Technologies in the NZ Curriculum. From 2020, schools must implement two new learning areas:

Digital technologies and hangarau matihiko are dedicated to teaching tamariki and children how technology works, and how they can use that knowledge to solve problems. As soon as the new curriculum is introduced, teachers will be required to teach students how digital technology works, not just how to use it. The content will give students a deeper understanding of computer science principles and the programmes that drive digital technologies.