Kildare Education Centre - Ionad Oideachas Cill Dara

Seminar Date:  Tuesday 20th November 2018

Please note: This seminar day is for Primary principals and one other nominated teacher

The purpose of this seminar is to support and inform school leaders and digital learning teams in applying the new Digital Learning Framework to embed digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment.

 The seminar will:

•    empower and enable school leaders and digital learning teams to effectively embed the use of digital technologies in schools, emphasising a constructivist pedagogical orientation.

•   explore, through the use of the six step process and the sharing of good practice, how the DLF can support the embedding of digital technologies in the school context.

•   raise awareness of the supports PDST and PDST Technology in Education can offer in embedding digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment

 *** To access resources and partake in activities, participants are being asked to please bring a laptop only. ***

We are no longer accepting bookings for this course

RE. PRIMARY SCHOOL DEBATING FESTIVAL

Kildare Education Centre, in partnership with the Kildare County Library Service, is organising the 2018-19 Primary Schools' Debating Festival.  This will be run in collaboration with Concern Worldwide.

The Debating festival is aimed at senior classes (4^th to 6^th) or for children aged approx. 10-12yrs.

 For more detailed information, why not come along to our Information Evening:-

Date / Time:      Tues 20th November 2018 (4pm-6pm)

Venue:   Kildare Education Centre

PDST Workshops for Infant Teachers:  Play-based Mathematics (2 Part Workshop)

Meet Mathy. Throughout these two workshops Mathy will offer practical approaches to planning and assessing play-based learning in Maths. The workshops are suitable for teachers new to Aistear and also for those with Aistear experience, as they look at play through a mathematical lens. Participants will learn practical suggestions for developing maths language, how to plan playful lessons, and activities for teacher-led and child-led play.

A limit of 4 teachers per school can attend.

The workshops will take place in Kildare Education Centre on Tuesday 20^th & Tuesday 27^th November from 4.00pm – 6.00pm   

On-line registration required via the PDST website:  www.pdst.ie/onlinebooking

Seminar Date:  Wednesday 21st November 2018

Please note: This seminar day is for Post Primary principals and one other nominated teacher

The purpose of this seminar is to support and inform school leaders and digital learning teams in applying the new Digital Learning Framework to embed digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment.

 The seminar will:

•    empower and enable school leaders and digital learning teams to effectively embed the use of digital technologies in schools, emphasising a constructivist pedagogical orientation.

•   explore, through the use of the six step process and the sharing of good practice, how the DLF can support the embedding of digital technologies in the school context.

•   raise awareness of the supports PDST and PDST Technology in Education can offer in embedding digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment

*** To access resources and partake in activities, participants are being asked to please bring a laptop only. ***

We are no longer accepting bookings for this course

The Wonder of Words – Effective Vocabulary Development

Through the lens of the Primary Language Curriculum, explore effective practice which immerses children in a
word-rich emotional and intellectual environment to foster and celebrate rich word usage. Explore a process
through picture books which supports the collaborative discussion of which words to teach, how to teach
individual words, maintain new words and create a culture which nurtures a curiosity and wonder about
words.

This workshop is taking place in Kildare Education Centre on Wed 21st November 2018 from 4pm-6pm.

For a full listing of alternative venues and dates, please click here

On-Line registration required via the PDST website:  www.pdst.ie/onlinebooking

Seminar Date:  Thursday 22nd November 2018

 Please note: This seminar day is for Primary principals and one other nominated teacher

 The purpose of this seminar is to support and inform school leaders and digital learning teams in applying the new Digital Learning Framework to embed digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment.

 The seminar will:

•    empower and enable school leaders and digital learning teams to effectively embed the use of digital technologies in schools, emphasising a constructivist pedagogical orientation.

•   explore, through the use of the six step process and the sharing of good practice, how the DLF can support the embedding of digital technologies in the school context.

•   raise awareness of the supports PDST and PDST Technology in Education can offer in embedding digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment

*** To access resources and partake in activities, participants are being asked to please bring a laptop only. ***

Computers in Education Society of Ireland

The Computers in Education Society of Ireland (CESI) is the teacher professional network for any teacher with an interest in the potential of technology to enhance the teaching and learning experience for all involved in education. CESI•CS focuses on computing.

In 2017 CESI welcomed the announcement of the intended introduction of Computer Science as a Leaving Certificate Subject. Members are also involved in the Junior Cycle Short Course in Coding, some are developing Computational Thinking in Primary and there is representation from third level too.

Following the successful application to Google for sponsorship for 2018-2019, CESI is expanding the number of meetings and is developing ways to sustain the community through local efforts.

Why should you come to a meeting?

The meetings will give you a chance to address personal needs, build relationships with other local stakeholders and discuss issues relating to the development and practice of computing in education.

We will workshop activities to develop personal knowledge of computing and computational thinking.

• To register interest please go to cesi.ie/cesi-cs
• Contact Richard Millwood at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

This workshop will focus on the practical skills and strategies that can be of support to students as they move from a primary classroom to a post-primary classroom. A primary and post-primary facilitator will be present and will give valuable insights into the many transitions that  occur  in  the  context  of  supporting and making the best connections with curricula, teaching, learning and social and emotional needs.

Date:      Mon 26th Nov 2018

Time:     5.30pm-7.30pm

Venue:  KILDARE EDUCATION CENTRE 

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This interactive workshop focuses on four main areas from a multi-grade perspective: differentiation, teaching methodologies, classroom management and planning. Opportunities are afforded to NQTs to engage with a variety of methodologies throughout the workshop.   Useful strategies and resources for NQTs subbing in a multi-grade setting are also explored.

 Date:  Mon 26th Nov 2018

Time:  7pm-9pm

Venue:  KILDARE EDUCATION CENTRE

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Seminar Date:  Tuesday 27th November 2018

Please note: This seminar day is for Primary principals and one other nominated teacher

The purpose of this seminar is to support and inform school leaders and digital learning teams in applying the new Digital Learning Framework to embed digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment.

 The seminar will:

•    empower and enable school leaders and digital learning teams to effectively embed the use of digital technologies in schools, emphasising a constructivist pedagogical orientation.

•   explore, through the use of the six step process and the sharing of good practice, how the DLF can support the embedding of digital technologies in the school context.

•   raise awareness of the supports PDST and PDST Technology in Education can offer in embedding digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment

*** To access resources and partake in activities, participants are being asked to please bring a laptop only. ***

Seminar Date:  Wednesday 28th November 2018

Please note: This seminar day is for Primary principals and one other nominated teacher

The purpose of this seminar is to support and inform school leaders and digital learning teams in applying the new Digital Learning Framework to embed digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment.

 The seminar will:

•   empower and enable school leaders and digital learning teams to effectively embed the use of digital technologies in schools, emphasising a constructivist pedagogical orientation.

•   explore, through the use of the six step process and the sharing of good practice, how the DLF can support the embedding of digital technologies in the school context.

•   raise awareness of the supports PDST and PDST Technology in Education can offer in embedding digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment

 *** To access resources and partake in activities, participants are being asked to please bring a laptop only. ***

This interactive workshop focuses on four main areas from a multi-grade perspective: differentiation, teaching methodologies, classroom management and planning. Opportunities are afforded to NQTs to engage with a variety of methodologies throughout the workshop.   Useful strategies and resources for NQTs subbing in a multi-grade setting are also explored.

 Date:  Wed 28th Nov 2018

Time:  5pm-7pm

Venue:  KILDARE EDUCATION CENTRE

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Notice for Primary NQTs undertaking Droichead as a route of Induction:

From September 2017, Droichead is the sole route of Induction for NQTs in SEN settings.

From September 2018, Droichead is the sole route of Induction in large primary schools of 16 (or more) classroom teachers. 

NQTs who are engaging in the Droichead process must attend one 2-hour cluster meeting per term for the duration of their Droichead process. 

 Cluster meetings may be attended only by NQTs who have applied for Droichead to The Teaching Council via ‘My Registration’ portal on its website (www.teachingcouncil.ie) and received a confirmation email.

The National Cluster Meeting Schedule will accompany the confirmation email and NQTs must register with the Education Centre to attend a cluster meeting. 

All NQTs engaging in the Droichead process must attend Cluster Meeting 1 before attending Cluster 2 and/or 3. 

 At cluster meetings, NQTs will present Form D to be stamped by the facilitator as proof of attendance. Form D is available at www.teachingcouncil.ie.  Please have this form with you on the night. 

In addition to cluster meetings, NQTs who are engaging in the Droichead process should also engage in one other professional learning activity. This may include attendance at an NIPT workshop which NQTs must register with the EC to attend.

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Notice for Post-Primary NQTs undertaking Droichead as a route of Induction:

Droichead is the sole route of Induction for NQTs with a contract of 200 or more hours in large Post-Primary schools with 400 or more students or in SEN settings. 

NQTs who are engaging in the Droichead process must attend one 2-hour cluster meeting per term for the duration of their Droichead process. 

Cluster Meetings may only be attended by NQTs who have applied for Droichead to the Teaching Council via the ‘My Registration’ portal on its website www.teachingcouncil.ie and received a confirmation email. The National Cluster Meeting Schedule will accompany the confirmation email and NQTs must register with the Education Centre to attend a cluster meeting. 

All NQTs engaging in the Droichead process must attend Cluster Meeting 1 before attending Cluster Meeting 2 and/or 3. 

At cluster meetings, NQTs will present Form D to be stamped by the facilitator as proof of attendance. Form D is available at www.teachingcouncil.ie. Please have this form with you on the night. 

In addition to this, NQTs who are engaging in the Droichead process should also engage in one other professional learning activity. This may include attendance at an NIPT workshop which NQTs must register with the EC to attend.

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Seminar Date:  Wednesday 5th December 2018

Please note: This seminar day is for Primary principals and one other nominated teacher

 The purpose of this seminar is to support and inform school leaders and digital learning teams in applying the new Digital Learning Framework to embed digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment.

 The seminar will:

•   empower and enable school leaders and digital learning teams to effectively embed the use of digital technologies in schools, emphasising a constructivist pedagogical orientation.

•   explore, through the use of the six step process and the sharing of good practice, how the DLF can support the embedding of digital technologies in the school context.

•   raise awareness of the supports PDST and PDST Technology in Education can offer in embedding digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment

*** To access resources and partake in activities, participants are being asked to please bring a laptop only. ***

Date / Time:  Wed 5^th December from 7pm-9pm

Facilitator:  Sinéad Nooney

The teachers will be enabled to get some new ideas for Christmas themed Visual Arts lessons.
Touching on the strands of Paint and Colour and Fabric and Fibre and integrating with language and literacy, this hands on workshop will help the primary teacher to gain some new ideas that are practical and easy.

We are no longer accepting bookings for this course

Seminar Date:  Monday 10th December 2018

Please note: This seminar day is for Primary principals and one other nominated teacher

 The purpose of this seminar is to support and inform school leaders and digital learning teams in applying the new Digital Learning Framework to embed digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment.

 The seminar will:

•   empower and enable school leaders and digital learning teams to effectively embed the use of digital technologies in schools, emphasising a constructivist pedagogical orientation.

•   explore, through the use of the six step process and the sharing of good practice, how the DLF can support the embedding of digital technologies in the school context.

•   raise awareness of the supports PDST and PDST Technology in Education can offer in embedding digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment

*** To access resources and partake in activities, participants are being asked to please bring a laptop only. ***

Date / Time: Mon 7th January 2019 (5.30pm-7.30pm)

Venue: Kildare Education Centre

This workshop emphasises the need to cater for the variety of learners within the classroom and provides subject specific samples and ideas for resources to ensure that all learners are stretched in their learning within the classroom. NQTs are afforded an opportunity to discuss a variety of scenarios that arise in the classroom and are encouraged to reflect on and discuss effective strategies. Challenging learners across the full spectrum, e.g. providing extension activities are included. References to key websites for resources are important elements of this workshop.

Date / Time:  Mon 7th January 2019 (7pm-9pm)

Venue:  Kildare Education Centre

This workshop provides NQTs with an opportunity to consider and discuss how to respond to the diverse needs of all learners in the classroom. Key elements of the workshop include a discussion on the concept of differentiation, the role of the teacher and the practical implementation of a number of differentiation strategies. Scenario-based discussion and teacher reflection are an integral part of this workshop.

Notice for Primary NQTs undertaking Droichead as a route of Induction:

From September 2017, Droichead is the sole route of Induction for NQTs in SEN settings.

From September 2018, Droichead is the sole route of Induction in large primary schools of 16 (or more) classroom teachers. 

NQTs who are engaging in the Droichead process must attend one 2-hour cluster meeting per term for the duration of their Droichead process. 

 Cluster meetings may be attended only by NQTs who have applied for Droichead to The Teaching Council via ‘My Registration’ portal on its website (www.teachingcouncil.ie) and received a confirmation email.

The National Cluster Meeting Schedule will accompany the confirmation email and NQTs must register with the Education Centre to attend a cluster meeting. 

All NQTs engaging in the Droichead process must attend Cluster Meeting 1 before attending Cluster 2 and/or 3. 

 At cluster meetings, NQTs will present Form D to be stamped by the facilitator as proof of attendance. Form D is available at www.teachingcouncil.ie.  Please have this form with you on the night. 

In addition to cluster meetings, NQTs who are engaging in the Droichead process should also engage in one other professional learning activity. This may include attendance at an NIPT workshop which NQTs must register with the EC to attend.

Notice for Post-Primary NQTs undertaking Droichead as a route of Induction:

Droichead is the sole route of Induction for NQTs with a contract of 200 or more hours in large Post-Primary schools with 400 or more students or in SEN settings. 

NQTs who are engaging in the Droichead process must attend one 2-hour cluster meeting per term for the duration of their Droichead process. 

Cluster Meetings may only be attended by NQTs who have applied for Droichead to the Teaching Council via the ‘My Registration’ portal on its website www.teachingcouncil.ie and received a confirmation email. The National Cluster Meeting Schedule will accompany the confirmation email and NQTs must register with the Education Centre to attend a cluster meeting. 

All NQTs engaging in the Droichead process must attend Cluster Meeting 1 before attending Cluster Meeting 2 and/or 3. 

At cluster meetings, NQTs will present Form D to be stamped by the facilitator as proof of attendance. Form D is available at www.teachingcouncil.ie. Please have this form with you on the night. 

In addition to this, NQTs who are engaging in the Droichead process should also engage in one other professional learning activity. This may include attendance at an NIPT workshop which NQTs must register with the EC to attend.

Seminar Date:  Wednesday 9th January 2019

Please note: This seminar day is for Primary principals and one other nominated teacher

 The purpose of this seminar is to support and inform school leaders and digital learning teams in applying the new Digital Learning Framework to embed digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment.

 The seminar will:

•   empower and enable school leaders and digital learning teams to effectively embed the use of digital technologies in schools, emphasising a constructivist pedagogical orientation.

•   explore, through the use of the six step process and the sharing of good practice, how the DLF can support the embedding of digital technologies in the school context.

•   raise awareness of the supports PDST and PDST Technology in Education can offer in embedding digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment

*** To access resources and partake in activities, participants are being asked to please bring a laptop only. ***

Date / Time:   Wed 9th January 2019 (5pm-7pm)

Venue:  Kildare Education Centre

This workshop provides NQTs with an opportunity to consider and discuss how to respond to the diverse needs of all learners in the classroom. Key elements of the workshop include a discussion on the concept of differentiation, the role of the teacher and the practical implementation of a number of differentiation strategies. Scenario-based discussion and teacher reflection are an integral part of this workshop.

Seminar Date:  Thursday 10th January 2019

Please note: This seminar day is for Primary principals and one other nominated teacher

 The purpose of this seminar is to support and inform school leaders and digital learning teams in applying the new Digital Learning Framework to embed digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment.

 The seminar will:

•   empower and enable school leaders and digital learning teams to effectively embed the use of digital technologies in schools, emphasising a constructivist pedagogical orientation.

•   explore, through the use of the six step process and the sharing of good practice, how the DLF can support the embedding of digital technologies in the school context.

•   raise awareness of the supports PDST and PDST Technology in Education can offer in embedding digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment

*** To access resources and partake in activities, participants are being asked to please bring a laptop only. ***

Notice for Primary NQTs undertaking Droichead as a route of Induction:

From September 2017, Droichead is the sole route of Induction for NQTs in SEN settings.

From September 2018, Droichead is the sole route of Induction in large primary schools of 16 (or more) classroom teachers. 

NQTs who are engaging in the Droichead process must attend one 2-hour cluster meeting per term for the duration of their Droichead process. 

 Cluster meetings may be attended only by NQTs who have applied for Droichead to The Teaching Council via ‘My Registration’ portal on its website (www.teachingcouncil.ie) and received a confirmation email.

The National Cluster Meeting Schedule will accompany the confirmation email and NQTs must register with the Education Centre to attend a cluster meeting. 

All NQTs engaging in the Droichead process must attend Cluster Meeting 1 before attending Cluster 2 and/or 3. 

 At cluster meetings, NQTs will present Form D to be stamped by the facilitator as proof of attendance. Form D is available at www.teachingcouncil.ie.  Please have this form with you on the night. 

In addition to cluster meetings, NQTs who are engaging in the Droichead process should also engage in one other professional learning activity. This may include attendance at an NIPT workshop which NQTs must register with the EC to attend.

Notice for Post-Primary NQTs undertaking Droichead as a route of Induction:

Droichead is the sole route of Induction for NQTs with a contract of 200 or more hours in large Post-Primary schools with 400 or more students or in SEN settings. 

NQTs who are engaging in the Droichead process must attend one 2-hour cluster meeting per term for the duration of their Droichead process. 

Cluster Meetings may only be attended by NQTs who have applied for Droichead to the Teaching Council via the ‘My Registration’ portal on its website www.teachingcouncil.ie and received a confirmation email. The National Cluster Meeting Schedule will accompany the confirmation email and NQTs must register with the Education Centre to attend a cluster meeting. 

All NQTs engaging in the Droichead process must attend Cluster Meeting 1 before attending Cluster Meeting 2 and/or 3. 

At cluster meetings, NQTs will present Form D to be stamped by the facilitator as proof of attendance. Form D is available at www.teachingcouncil.ie. Please have this form with you on the night. 

In addition to this, NQTs who are engaging in the Droichead process should also engage in one other professional learning activity. This may include attendance at an NIPT workshop which NQTs must register with the EC to attend.

Date / Time:   Mon 28^th Jan 2019 (5.30pm-7.30pm)

Venue:  Kildare Education Centre

In this workshop the focus for NQTs will be on the skills and strategies that can be used in different classrooms. Using the format of Before, During and After Learning, the NQTs will examine different activities to support literacy development in all subjects. Materials from PDST, SESS and NBSS are all referenced in the workshop.

Date / Time:   Mon 28th Jan 2019 (7pm-9pm)

Venue:  Kildare Education Centre

This workshop will focus on the planning, organisation and teaching of a reading lesson, using a wide range of texts. A key component of the workshop will be exploring the use of a variety of reading procedures, skills and comprehension strategies.

Date / Time:   Wed 30th Jan 2019 (5pm-7pm)

Venue:  Kildare Education Centre

This workshop will focus on the planning, organisation and teaching of a reading lesson, using a wide range of texts. A key component of the workshop will be exploring the use of a variety of reading procedures, skills and comprehension strategies.

Date / Time:   Mon 25^th February 2019 (5.30pm-7.30pm)

      Venue:  Kildare Education Centre

This workshop at its essence will explore what it is to be a learner. It will reconnect with the NQTs understanding of themselves as a learner as developed at ITE and emphasise the impact that the teacher has on students learning. A virtual class will be used by NQTs to help them to investigate the different learning styles students have and adapt their methodologies to meet these needs. Particular emphasis will be placed on the learning profile of students with SEN.