Why Teachers Need to Know the Law.

Bookings at: 

https://www.mhc.ie/latest/events/webinar-why-our-teachers-need-to-know-their-law  

This course will recap on some of the main points of the previous course, as well as looking at the following areas:

• Using 'shapes' features to encourage self-assessment and the creation of number lines
• Importing a grading rubric into Seesaw activities.
• Using 'digital stickers' for grading assignments
• Daily checklist activities 

Tutor:  Eoghan O'Neill

This course is funded by PDST Technology in Education

The Flipped Classroom is a pedagogical approach in which traditional, class-based learning is inverted, so that students are introduced to learning material before class.  Classroom time is then used to deepen understanding through discussion with peers and problem-solving activities facilitated by teachers.   

Date:  Thurs 25th February 2021 from 7pm-8pm 

This online session is offered to teachers at primary and post-primary level.

In this session we will consider how disagreement and potential conflict can be managed respectfully, utilising key skills that lead to greater learning for all involved.

Key issues:

Team vision, team goals, openness to change, listening, and emotional intelligence.

Facilitator:  Carmel Lillis works as a facilitator on leadership programmes for teachers, and as a coach for individuals and for teams.

You are invited to a series of zoom talks on how to set up a school Garden presented by Patrick Hunt

Feb Talk: Thurs 25th February from 7.30pm-9pm

 Introduction to school gardening and my plan of work which was published in the Into Magazine over the summer 2020.  We will look at the elements of a school garden design and layouts.

March Talk: Thurs 11th March from 7.30pm-9pm

in this session we will look at setting up a raised bed from scratch on existing grass using the no dig method and how to grow potatoes, broadbeans and salad crops. We will also look at raising plants from seed in seed trays for planting out later and some good fruit tree and shrub varieties to grow.

April Talk:  Thurs 15th April from 7.30pm-9pm 

This month we will look at growing peas and salad crops and some good perennial flowers and grasses for biodiversity and sensory areas.

 May Talk:  Thurs 6th May from 7.30pm-9pm

This month we will look at caring for the plants staking, pinching out and harvesting. We will also discuss what to do with the garden over the summer months

Facilitator:

Patrick Hunt is a Gardening and Biodiversity specialist. He designs gardens, teaches gardening classes and run workshops for schools and community groups all with nature and sustainability in mind.  He has a deep knowledge of food growing, plants that support wildlife and how to design beautiful spaces that  fulfill a range of functions. He has facilitated summer courses approved by the DES on “Biodiversity and Gardening in Schools”.

During the course of the webinar a variety of digital tools will be explored which can enable teachers to gather, interpret and use assessment information to inform teaching and learning. The content of this webinar also outlines how teachers can use digital technologies to build interactive assignments, provide feedback and track pupil progress, as well as drawing reference to how the effective use of digital portfolios can enhance a teacher’s assessment practice. 

Tutor:  Ciaran Costello

This course is funded by PDST Technology in Education

Date:  Mon 1st March 2021 from 7pm-8.30pm

A whistle stop tour of designing and running an ASD class given by Ines Lawlor Occupational Therapist and Helen O’Connor ASD Special Class Teacher.

The webinar will cover topics such as choosing fixtures/fittings and lighting, using visuals, timetables/schedules/work systems, social stories, and sensory breaks. 

Retirement Advice Information Webinar Tues 2nd March 2021 from 7pm-9pm

For those Teachers:

• Considering whether or not to retire in 2021.
• Considering retiring in the next few years.
• Wondering about pensions, AVCs, taxation and other issues relating to retirement.
• Looking to effectively manage their savings and lump sum now and into retirement.

Link will be sent in advance to those registered

Numbers limited so early booking is advisable

Presented by Evan Hughes BBLS, BA(Psy), QFA FLIA, JFSD, RPA

PSRA are a leading firm of financial advisors who have no allegiance to any bank, insurance company or financial institution and who provide impartial financial advice. They are expert in public sector pay and entitlements in particular the public sector pension and superannuation. PSRA are fully regulated by The Central Bank of Ireland to ensure they deliver impartial advice.

www.expertadvice.ie

This course will recap on some of the main points of the previous course, as well as looking at the following areas:

• Setting 'Google Drawing' activities for students, e.g. making a newspaper article, etc.
• Sharing and collaborating assessment rubrics with other teachers through Google Sheets.
• Using Jamboard within live sessions and prepared content with Seesaw and Google Classroom
• Creating a 'daily checklist' within Slides for Seesaw.

Tutor:  Eoghan O'Neill

This course is funded by PDST Technology in Education

Date:  Wed 3rd March 2021 from 7pm-8.15pm

This webinar will explore a vast array of practical, simple and adaptable games that can be used to reinforce Gaeilge in the primary classrooms. These games will help bring your Gaeilge lessons to life, and help you provide your pupils with child-centred, fun and inspiring learning opportunities as Gaeilge. All games/activities explored during this webinar are adaptable from Junior Infants to Sixth Class and can be easily used in both T1 and T2 schools.

 Date:  Thursday 4th March 2021 from 7pm-8pm

The Magic of Music invites you to attend a zoom music workshop in partnership with Kildare Education Centre.

It will focus on fun music activities to do with your pupils (all classes) either in the classroom or online. The main strands addressed will be music literacy and composition.

Activities covered will include:

• Making ‘The Rhythm Family’ accessible to all through various methods;
• How to create a song using a 4 square simple grid;
• Stomp Rhythm Group activities and much more.

It is suggested that you have to hand any percussion instruments that you have at home or some homemade pots and pans etc.

No musical experience or knowledge required and all notes, links and training videos will be provided to attendees.

 Facilitator:  Catherine Dunphy, The Magic of Music

                         Weblinks: https://linktr.ee/themagicofmusicire