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Newsletter July 2024

This newsletter is an update on conference and derived grade exam, other highlights include the ongoing development of our file share...

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May 231 min read

Newsletter May 2024

We are absolutely delighted to announce that starting Semester Two 2024, Victoria University of Wellington Te Herenga Waka is offering...

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Apr 192 min read

NZAPT MENTORING PROGRAM

A big focus from the NZAPT is to provide help and support to Psychology teachers through our mentoring program. Here is a word from...

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Apr 191 min read

Ladder of Torture activity

Throwback to Conference 2022: we asked our members to share some of their best starters. This is one is a starter activity for level 2...

Using Bateson's Decision Making Cube to evaluate animal research

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Aug 31, 20232 min read

Using Bateson's Decision Making Cube to evaluate animal research

When exploring the use of animal research to support an approach or theory, learners could consider more that the cruelty aspect. One way...

Preparing your students for the 2023 external

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Aug 31, 20233 min read

Preparing your students for the 2023 external

As the external is fast approaching we thought it would be good to explore the 2022 paper and share some pitfalls students may...

NZAPT - Phil Hill and Richard Tweedie Outstanding Student Awards

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Aug 2, 20233 min read

NZAPT - Phil Hill and Richard Tweedie Outstanding Student Awards

The NZAPT has created two awards to honour Mr Phil Hill and Mr Richard Tweedie. Phil and Richard have been passionate teachers and...

Understanding Organised and Disorganised Murders:

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Jul 31, 20234 min read

Understanding Organised and Disorganised Murders:

Ted Bundy and the Complexity of Psychological Assessment (91847 Examine how theory is used in fields of psychological practice) The study...

Using Zimardo's SPE for AS91873 analyse the significance of a key piece of research

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Jul 31, 20236 min read

Using Zimardo's SPE for AS91873 analyse the significance of a key piece of research

This achievement standard involves analysing the significance of a key piece of research and its impact on society. When considering the...

Amplify Your Teaching Journey: Why Attending the NZAPT Conference at the End of 2023 is a Must

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Jul 30, 20233 min read

Amplify Your Teaching Journey: Why Attending the NZAPT Conference at the End of 2023 is a Must

In the dynamic field of psychology education, continuous professional growth is essential for teachers to provide the best learning...

My Journey Joining the NZAPT Committee 2023

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Jul 26, 20233 min read

My Journey Joining the NZAPT Committee 2023

Kia ora e te Psychology kaiako, As a new NZAPT member I felt compelled to write a blog sharing my experience when I found out they were...

5 ways to ensure that your Psychology classes are industry relevant

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Jul 22, 20232 min read

5 ways to ensure that your Psychology classes are industry relevant

Psychology is a relevant subject and here 5 ways you may want to try to help your students connect Psychology to their studies and...

Reflecting on the NZAPT South Island Summit: Supporting Psychology Teachers

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Jun 30, 20233 min read

Reflecting on the NZAPT South Island Summit: Supporting Psychology Teachers

"Collectively sharing and discussing psychology was awesome." Earlier this week we held the South Island Summit, where teachers from...

Psychology, Business Studies & Rainbows End: integrated learning & assessment

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Jun 13, 20232 min read

Psychology, Business Studies & Rainbows End: integrated learning & assessment

An integration of Psychology 91847 Examine how theory is used in fields of psychological practice and Business Studies 90847 Investigate...

Empowering Teachers: Highlights from the 2022 NZAPT Conference

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Jun 6, 20233 min read

Empowering Teachers: Highlights from the 2022 NZAPT Conference

Educators play a vital role in shaping the minds of the next generation. To equip teachers with the necessary tools and inspiration, the...

Mana ōrite mō te mātauranga Māori and Psychology - where to begin?

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Jun 6, 20232 min read

Mana ōrite mō te mātauranga Māori and Psychology - where to begin?

With the changes to NCEA and the Curriculum, mātauranga Māori is (finally) receiving mana ōrite or equal status to the more commonly...

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May 29, 20232 min read

Creating engagement - a junior taster

Changing schools was a big decision and in the process I learned that my new school didn’t currently run a Senior Psychology programme....

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May 23, 20234 min read

Chat GPT and all things AI

Chat GPT and all things AI have burst into our awareness this year with equal measures of excitement about the potential and concerns of...

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May 15, 20231 min read

Activity – Build a Lego House

This activity is used during both Level 2 and Level 3 Research Standards. It is used as a practical example of the Scientific Method and...

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May 8, 20232 min read

Benefits of Joining NZAPT

Hey there fellow psychology teachers! As the chairperson of the New Zealand Association of Psychology Teachers, I'm here to tell you all...