NCEA

The Government has been told the level of literacy and numeracy required of teenagers getting the NCEA should be raised. Audio

The NCEA's literacy and numeracy benchmarks are under scrutiny after research showed some teens were getting the qualification even though they were not functionally literate or numerate. Audio

Deaf teenagers are enjoying a big change to their school work this year. For the first time, New Zealand Sign Language has NCEA achievement standards. Deaf people and Sign Language educators say it's… Audio

An independent report written for the Tertiary Education Union, has found that despite meeting the minimum NCEA standards, many school leavers do not have adequate literacy or numeracy skills. Brent… Audio

An independent report is suggesting literacy and numeracy testing should be reviewed and possibly replaced. Ministry of Education's deputy secretary for Early Learning and Student Achievement,  Lisa… Audio

An independent report has slated the NCEA's literacy and numeracy requirements, saying many of the young people who get the qualification don't know enough to function in society. Audio

An independent report has suggested replacing the NCEA's literacy and numeracy requirements with a new, separate test. Audio

Schools have been open for barely a week, but some secondary students are already wrapping up their NCEA study for the year. Audio

Chris Whelan of Universities New Zealand talks about the merit of gettin NCEA credits for getting a driver's license. Audio

The Government's confirmed students will be able to gain NCEA credits for learning to drive. Audio

As we reported last half hour the PPTA says NCEA could be damaged beyond repair if political meddling doesn't stop. Audio

Are NCEA pass rates too good to be true? We ask Chris Whelan the executive director of Universities NZ. And why fewer are getting entry to university. Audio

An independent review has given the NCEA a pass mark, but warns that merit and excellence grades could have unwanted side-effects. Audio

How does a school go from zero to hero? Are we putting too much emphasis on the fluctuating fortunes of schools? Audio

Anxiety and stress is on the rise among college students and over assessment by schools is being partially blamed. An Education Review Office report has found that over assessment for NCEA can put… Audio

The vice-chancellor of Victoria University says a dramatic drop in the pass rate for University Entrance is now being seen at tertiary institutions. Audio

The pass rate for University Entrance has taken an unexpected tumble, and education leaders say changes to the qualification are to blame. Audio