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Teachers Demand NCEA Fixes, Not Replacements | Wellington News
Teachers aren’t ready to scrap NCEA — they want it fixed, with 71% agreeing it needs improvement, not replacement. But concerns are mounting: fears the new government proposal could limit student pathways and worsen equity, especially for Māori and students with special needs. Amid rising classroom disruptions and overwhelming workloads, educators are calling for better pay, more support staff, and slower, smarter change. Meanwhile, two-thirds are already using free generative AI tools in class, and most are embedding te reo and tikanga Māori into lessons — showing resilience and cultural…
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