The sudden shift to online and distance learning, triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic, has reshaped the landscape of education. While digital platforms offer unprecedented opportunities, they also bring forth a myriad of challenges for students, educators, and institutions alike. What are some of the hurdles faced during this abrupt transition and the strategies to overcome […]
The Department of Education and Skills today announced the launch of a new National Training Programme for Special Needs Assistants. This is the first dedicated national training programme for Special Needs Assistants (SNAs). It will be delivered by UCD and funded by the Department of Education at no cost to the SNA. The new online […]
A national webinar entitled ‘Data Literacy, Privacy and Protection in Higher Education’ is due to take place from 2-3pm on Thursday 22 October 2020. The webinar will be the first in a series of national webinars from the National Forum to take a closer look at key findings from the Irish National Digital Experience (INDEx) Survey. At this event, key INDEx […]
The Careers in…. Series aims to inform of the variety of course options to suit different academic abilities, aptitudes and interests. The next webinar in the series takes place on 28th September and puts a focus on Careers in Business & Administration. The Careers in…. Series aims to give an insight into subject/grade requirements, key […]
The British Association for Irish Studies have organised three upcoming digital Irish Studies events: 15th October 2020 at 7pm Dr Anne Mulhall (UCD): ‘”Justice Not Diversity”: Race, Representation & Resistance in Contemporary Irish Writing & Culture’ 19th November 2020 at 7pm Becoming Irish? Brexit, Identity & Citizenship A comparative discussion about the Irish in England […]
The report ‘Race and Ethnicity in Higher Education in Ireland and the UK’, by the Royal Irish Academy and the British Council in Ireland, highlights the challenges and experiences of academic staff from Irish Traveller, black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds. The report is informed by discussions at the January 2020 Royal Irish Academy-British Council […]
As online teaching and learning continue to play an increasingly prominent role in education, the establishment of trust is paramount. Building trust in the virtual classroom is not only essential for effective communication but also for fostering a positive learning environment. Strategies for educators to cultivate trust among students and create a foundation for successful […]
From the 22-24 of September teachers, students and science enthusiasts have an opportunity to learn about science from EU funded researchers as part of Science Is Wonderful. Slowing down global warming, improving our cities, preventing hunger and drought, fighting cancer… It’s all part of the topics that schools, youth, citizens and stakeholders will discover through […]
A national webinar entitled ‘Data Literacy, Privacy and Protection in Higher Education’ is due to take place from 2-3pm on Thursday 22 October 2020. The webinar will be the first in a series of national webinars from the National Forum to take a closer look at key findings from the Irish National Digital Experience (INDEx) Survey. At this event, key INDEx […]
Léargas are running a series of Webinars to support beneficiaries of and newcomers to European Programmes. The next one up is Language Learning in European Programmes. This Autumn series of Webinar Wednesdays will provide learning and training opportunities for people involved in Education and Training, Youth and Civic Society in Ireland. It will explore the […]
The objective of the Advanced Irish Language Skills Initiative is to ensure the availability of qualified persons with Irish language skills to meet recruitment needs in Ireland and the EU. Under this scheme the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht provides funding for a range of specialised third level Irish language courses in areas […]
The San Francisco Psychotherapy Research Group will host an online workshop, Becoming a More Effective Therapist: Using Reliable, Personalized Case Formulations. The workshop will be Presented by George Silberschatz & David Kealy and Moderated by Alexandre Vaz and will take place on Sep 22, 2020 06:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada) / 23:00 […]
Many schools are considering how to best support students during the new academic year, given the uncertainty on how Covid-19 is impacting on education. Neverware will be holding a webinar focused on how to make the most of old devices that you may have lying around, in order to give greater access to technology to […]
The Teachers’ Union of Ireland have published a comprehensive FAQ documents on the re-opening of Post-Primary Schools, Further/Adult Education and Higher Education. Click here to download a comprehensive FAQ document on the Re-opening of Post-Primary Schools – this document will be updated on a regular basis. Protect Your Career – Join TUI Today Click here […]
DCU and Future Learn have partnered to launch a new course to support students to learn online. The course will equip students with the tools and build the skills needed to get the most out of their online studies at university in the ‘new normal’. Duration 2 weeks Weekly study 3 hours Learn Free Join […]
The British Society for the History of Mathematics, The International Centre for Mathematical Sciences, the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications and the London Mathematical Society, are holding a two day virtual conference on Black Heroes of Mathematics, 26-27 October 2020. The Vision of the conference is “To celebrate the inspirational contributions of black role models to […]
The Department of Education and Skills has made available a collection of material relating to the 2020 Leaving Cert Calculated Grades process. It includes various guidance documents for students and schools. Current information on the Leaving Certificate 2020 is available here. Information for parents and students Information for parents and students published in May 2020 […]
Today is World Literacy Day, a day to highlight the importance of equal access to education. This year, the theme of Literacy Day is literacy teaching and learning in the COVID-19 crisis and beyond, with a focus on the role of educators and changing pedagogies. UNESCO host a webinar to celebrate the day, International Literacy […]
On what is a very different day than might have been anticipated, today the class of 2020 received their Leaving Cert results today, following the completion of the Calculated Grades process. Over 60, 000 students receive their Leaving Cert Results. According to reports this year saw an increase in grade values of 4.4pc after teachers […]
Guidance Counsellor, Donnchadh O Mahony, hosts the Leaving Cert Guidance Podcast. Donnchadh interviews Guidance experts and representatives from Higher Education Institutes that will be on the CAO lists of 6th year students. This podcast will be beneficial to TYs, 5th Years, 6th Years, Guidance Counsellors and Parents to help with all of their research. On […]
