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...
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NZAPT
nzapt5
- Aug 2
- 3 min
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...
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nzapt5
- Jul 31
- 4 min
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...
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nzapt5
- Jul 31
- 6 min
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...
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nzapt5
- Jul 30
- 3 min
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...
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nzapt5
- Jul 26
- 3 min
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...
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nzapt5
- Jul 22
- 2 min
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...
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nzapt5
- Jun 30
- 3 min
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...
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nzapt5
- Jun 13
- 2 min
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...
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nzapt5
- Jun 6
- 3 min
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...
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nzapt5
- Jun 6
- 2 min
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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nzapt5
- May 29
- 2 min
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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nzapt5
- May 23
- 4 min
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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nzapt5
- May 15
- 1 min
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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nzapt5
- May 8
- 2 min
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...
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nzapt5
- May 5
- 2 min
Psychology Week
Psychology Week is coming up 15th- 21st May and features events involving the New Zealand Psychological Society psychologists across the...
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nzapt5
- May 2
- 2 min
Activity idea: Busting psychology myths
It might not be a unique experience to have students sign up for Psychology expecting to be criminal profilers by the end of the year,...
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nzapt5
- May 2
- 2 min
UoW Psychology Experience Day
Rototuna Senior High School (RSHS) in Kirikiriroa is lucky enough to have grown Psychology to be one of the most popular subjects in the...
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nzapt5
- Dec 16, 2021
- 1 min
Developing our capacity in Mātauranga Māori
Developing our capacity in Matauranga Maori We are looking for your help. Western Psychology and Matauranga Maori have, historically,...
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nzapt5
- Dec 10, 2021
- 2 min
Annual Message from the NZAPT
A message from NZAPT Chair Sam Dudek Congratulations to all of you who introduced Psychology into your school in 2021. There is no doubt...
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