About the advisory
The Ministry of Education’s Connected Learning Advisory – Te Ara Whītiki is committed to supporting schools, kura, and communities as you plan for, manage, and use digital technologies for learning.
Our Advisors are based regionally from Southland to Tai Tokerau. We offer you a wealth of first-hand educational experience including school leadership, classroom teaching, online learning, and technical support. We understand the challenges and opportunities presented by technology in education and have the expertise to support you no matter what stage you are at in your e-learning journey.
We answer your questions
Our Advisory has answered hundreds of queries from principals, teachers, and leaders of schools, kura, and Communities of Learning | Kāhui Ako covering a range of technology related topics, including:
- using digital technologies in the classroom
- developing an e-learning action plan
- engaging your community through digital technologies
- adopting cloud services
- procurement of ICT devices and other equipment
- digital citizenship
- preparing for BYOD
You can contact us in English or Te Reo Māori
Call our Advisory on 0800 700 400
Complete the online form in our Advisory Helpdesk
Guides and resources
Decision-making guides, how-to guides, and checklists
In-depth guides
- Developing your digital technologies action plan
- Digital technologies supporting senior secondary learning
- Making the best use of your student data
- Planning for and managing 1:1 digital devices in your school
- Using social media to connect with your community
- Using digital technologies to support Māori learners
CLA e-Learning community discussions
Join these groups to participate in discussions, ask questions, and share resources with other educators.