The Ultimate Guide to eLearning
A curated Kiwi edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for eLearning (e-Learning).
What to know about eLearning
eLearning encompasses a broad spectrum of digital education methods and technologies that facilitate learning outside traditional classrooms. It includes online courses, gamified learning, virtual classrooms, interactive content, and innovative platforms designed to make education more accessible, engaging, and adaptable to individual needs.
Recent developments highlight the growing impact of eLearning on various educational sectors—from primary schools to universities and professional training. There is a strong focus on inclusivity, digital literacy, and leveraging artificial intelligence to personalize learning experiences. Readers will find insights into how schools and organizations are integrating technology for enhanced learning, exploring new digital tools, and addressing challenges such as skills gaps and cybersecurity in virtual environments.
Engaging with stories under the eLearning tag will provide valuable perspectives on current trends like microlearning, mobile learning, virtual reality, and collaborative online learning communities. The content also illustrates how eLearning innovations are reshaping education policies, infrastructure, and global skill development to prepare learners for a digital future.
Kiwi eLearning News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Revolut launches Ultra premium plan in New Zealand
Consumers in New Zealand are being offered a new premium payments package as banks face tougher scrutiny over rewards and overseas spending costs.
AcademyEX launches AI training scheme for charities
New Zealand charities will gain donated AI training places as businesses buy academyEX licences, widening access beyond the corporate sector.
Datacom launches AI virtual work experience module
Datacom adds a free AI workplace simulation on Forage to help students and career‑changers bridge New Zealand's widening AI skills gap.
TUANZ partners with Recycle A Device to bridge divide
TUANZ has teamed with Recycle A Device to supply refurbished laptops to students, targeting New Zealand's growing digital divide in 2026.
Unison launches free online Safe Sparks safety lessons for kids
Unison Networks launches the free Safe Sparks Digital Programme, teaching children aged 5-11 electrical safety online across Hawke's Bay, Taupō and Rotorua.
AcademyEX launches The Play Lab for playful tech learning
academyEX has unveiled The Play Lab in Auckland, a professional learning space where adults explore emerging tech like AI and robotics through hands-on play.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to eLearning
Expert Columns
Extending WFM Technology to the Retail Sales Floor
This International Women's Day, lean on proof (of skill, of impact and of potential)
Securing the future: Simplified management, Scalable growth, and built-in compliance for K-12
Securing the digital classroom: A layered cybersecurity approach for K-12 schools
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent eLearning News
Gallagher boosts training team with new instructional designers
Gallagher Security strengthens its training division with the appointment of James Robinson and Toni Fisher, aiming to elevate user engagement and competence.
Three key shifts in education that will unlock human potential
Educational reform must focus on forward-thinking, continuous learning, and practical problem-solving to prepare students for the future of work.
AcademyEX celebrates diversity in landmark New Zealand graduation
New Zealand's academyEX celebrates the graduation of a 100-strong, diverse cohort, endorsing its successful learning model.
Pioneering online Kiwi college establishes $1m global scholarship
NZ's Crimson Global Academy announces a NZD$1m scholarship program, targeting diverse students globally for 2024.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Lumify Work
Lumify Work NZ GM, Andrew Smith, shares key insights on their IT training courses and recent re-brand in an interview with TechDay.
Exclusive: RUCKUS offers practical solutions for an increasingly digital world
RUCKUS builds and delivers purpose-driven networks that perform in the tough environments of the industries it serves.
ACE develops fresh ways to boost AWS cloud expertise across NZ
ACE, a leading training solution organisation in New Zealand, is partnering with AWS to offer AWS Training for learners across the country.
Schooling security: How safe are Kiwi kids in the age of hybrid learning?
The risks of online schooling in New Zealand are significantly higher than pre-pandemic, with cyber safety a major concern.
Spark rallies Kiwi innovators to share their 5G ideas
Spark is calling on New Zealand's most innovative businesses to pitch their best ideas about how 5G could benefit the country.
LearnCoach closes $1.5m seed round
The tutorials are designed for students who want to learn NCEA subjects but can't make it to a physical classroom.
NZTech's top three tech trends impacting the wellbeing of Kiwis
CEO Graeme Muller says these major tech developments will significantly impact lives of New Zealanders for the better.
Auckland startup launches 'revolutionary' online platform for bite-sized learning
New Zealand startup Modlettes launches 'bite-sized' e-learning platform for businesses, making online learning easier and more cost-effective.
NZ business acknowledged for innovative eLearning solution
NZ's Sysdoc hailed for eLearning excellence, secures top Brandon Hall Group award with innovative Dairy PRO programme.
NIIT Learning posts higher revenue as AI work rises
Margins narrowed even as contract wins and AI services lifted NIIT Learning's quarterly revenue 25% and boosted visibility to USD $462 million.
TalentLMS warns AI is widening workplace learning debt
AI is helping employees mask skills gaps, but TalentLMS says the hidden backlog is driving more mistakes and weaker performance.
Workday launches AI-powered learning tool with Sana
The new system aims to cut training admin and link course content to workforce data, as employers race to address fast-changing skills needs.
KnowBe4 launches AI video builder for ANZ training
The new tool lets security teams in Australia and New Zealand update phishing training faster as AI-driven attacks become more personalised.
LearnUpon launches agentic AI platform for training
Corporate training teams could cut admin time as the Dublin software provider adds AI agents and external tools to its learning platform.
StarSpark launches assignment sharing for students
Students can now send study assignments to friends and family by email, as StarSpark tries to make its homework platform more collaborative.
Skillsoft launches AI dashboards for manager insight
Managers can now spot skills gaps and compliance risks in real time, as Skillsoft's new dashboards aim to guide staffing decisions.