Theory & Practice Archives - Teachers' Corner

Posted inin New Maths Curriculum
Research

What’s The Math-er? S2, Ep. 1: ‘Math talk’, Creativity, Mindsets, Calculators & more

Posted byby Lisa Walsh
September 30, 2024
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1 min

The first episode of a new season of content packed podcasts to help teachers explore and integrate the new Mathematics Curriculum. Lisa Walsh interviews maths researcher and curriculum coordinator, Dr Thérèse Dooley.

Posted inin Inclusion & Special Needs
Theory & Practice

1: Special Education Teaching: Where to Start

Posted byby Guest SENCO
September 5, 2024
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2 min

Starting a role in SET may seem overwhelming, but with the right information and a collaborative approach, you can create a positive and impactful learning environment for those in your care.

Posted inin Inclusion & Special Needs
Theory & Practice

2: Special Education Teaching: Effective Timetabling

Posted byby Guest SENCO
September 5, 2024
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2 min

Timetabling in special education requires thoughtful planning and continuous collaboration with class teachers. The goal is to integrate support seamlessly into the overall educational experience, ensuring children receive a well-rounded and inclusive education.

Posted inin Inclusion & Special Needs
Theory & Practice

3. Special Education Teaching: Understanding the Plans

Posted byby Guest SENCO
September 5, 2024
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2 min

To effectively support children with special educational needs, SET teachers must understand the various levels of support available and how to implement them.

Posted inin Inclusion & Special Needs
Theory & Practice

4. Special Education Teaching: Reading Professional Reports

Posted byby Guest SENCO
September 5, 2024
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2 min

As a busy teacher, the prospect of diving into lengthy professional reports can feel overwhelming, however, these documents are packed with actionable insights.

Posted inin Classroom Ideas
Mathematics

Maths Talk in the New Maths Curriculum… Term 1!

Posted byby Guest Teacher Author
September 4, 2024
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2 min

All schools engaged with the new Maths Curriculum via Oide training in the 2023-2024 school year. It's now time to start putting the theory and ideas into practice for guest teacher author, Aoife.

Posted inin Leadership
Theory & Practice

FREE “Pathways to Leadership” workshops with the WILL network

Posted byby WILL Network
August 28, 2024
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1 min

WILL (Women In Learning & Leadership) is a fast growing network for aspiring and inspiring female teacher leaders in education to support, share and learn from each other. Over 2,000 members have joined this new and dynamic community in Irish education.

Posted inin Classroom Ideas
Mathematics

5 ways children can use mini dry wipe boards in Maths

Posted byby Teachers' Corner
May 24, 2024
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2 min

The mini dry wipe board with its intrinsic impermanence, can balance out a reliance on worksheets and submitting ideas for marking in maths, instead allowing children to explore 'what could it be?' and 'what if?' ideas with less risk, boosting their confidence.

Posted inin Curriculum
Planning and organisation

Connecting the dots with an ‘Our Learning Year’ timeline

Posted byby Guest Teacher Author
May 20, 2024
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3 min

A shared log of what has been learned helps children connect ideas and lessons across time and fosters a collaborative environment to help children construct more meaningful knowledge. Guest author, Roisín, reflects on a 'reflection tool' she has been exploring in her class.

Posted inin Leadership
Wellbeing

The Imposter Syndrome: Building Leadership Confidence

Posted byby WILL Network
May 14, 2024
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2 min

Even the strongest and most capable people can face crippling self-doubt. By thinking differently and challenging negative patterns of thinking, this can be overcome and valuable professional insights gained.