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For over a decade, the Department of Internal Affairs has led cross government collaboration to shape digital services around the moments that matter most to New Zealand citizens.
This guide covers eight essential questions to ask when using GenAI, though most considerations apply to other AI systems as well.
Mahara is a flexible portfolio platform that helps learners deepen their connection to learning. The latest release builds on what already works, with improvements across the experience for learners, educators, and administrators.
Kristina Hoeppner, Mahara Project Lead, shares practical ways to continue creating portfolio environments that protect student data.
Dive into the latest updates on Tōtara version 20. What’s new, what it means for your organisation, and why the NZ Tōtara User Group is already excited to get hands-on.
Opinion piece: Don Christie is the Managing Director and one of the founders of Catalyst IT, a New Zealand-based technology company committed to open source solutions and ethical AI development.
Here’s a snapshot of some of the takeaways from MoodleMoot Global 2025 on the future direction of Moodle and the practical opportunities tertiary and corporate educators can act on right now.
Dan Marsden, Moodle developer at Catalyst and Moodle Plugin Guardian, shares what plugins can do, where to find them, and how to get custom plugin development.
Check out the latest enhancements in Mahara 25.04. The new release incorporates community feedback and was made possible through subscribers, additional organisational funding, and community members.
Katherine Rayn, eLearning team lead consultant at Catalyst, shares insights on why peer-to-peer learning is an effective tool for strong learning outcomes.
Discover what's new in the latest release of Tōtara v19 including a new look, feel, and functionality.
Discover how the power of collaboration and open source solutions helped NZ Police and HW Richardson redefine training assessments.
Discover how we can continue to protect student data and ensure it’s used ethically with AI and LMS analytics.
Discover 5 ways you can streamline your LMS to drive better learning outcomes.
Dive into the world of portfolio software and learn how ePortfolio platforms like Mahara enhance learning outcomes and nurture lifelong learners.
Discover how Mahara can deepen the connection your learners make to their learning with these insights.
Courtney Rose Brown, Marketing Executive at Catalyst, shares her insights on the value of community events and open source software from attending Mahara Hui.
Discover how Moodle plugins are reviewed for quality and security. Insights from Catalyst’s Dan Marsden, a trusted Plugin Guardian.
The Mahara team at Catalyst is pleased to release its product roadmap which is influenced by community input. It captures the direction that the Mahara team is taking over the next five years.
How to create relevant and impactful content for your learners.
The choice of LMS content type can influence how learners engage with their learning.
The latest Mahara features and updates.
