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Faculty of Education, Mary Immaculate College
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Rich tradition of teacher education since 1898. Proud of our graduate educators making a difference. Led by Dean of Education, Prof. Emer Ring
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aisling-leavy.bsky.social
Congrats to Dr. Michael McNamara (Dept STEM Ed, MIC) & Dr. Veronica McCauley on their paper representing a vital contribution to the discourse on assessment. www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
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Standardised Assessment in Irish Primary Schools: Teachers' Views on Purpose, Pressure and Practice
This paper explores the perspectives of principals, teachers and key actors within the Irish primary school context regarding standardised assessment following a cultural flashpoint in the Irish ed...
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May 31, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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aisling-leavy.bsky.social
Delighted to have worked with the brilliant Dr. Michelle Fitzpatrick on this paper — I learned so much from the thoughtful lens she brought to this research. www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.... @michellefitzp.bsky.social @miceducationfac.bsky.social
Reciprocal interplays in becoming STEM learners and teachers: preservice teachers’ evolving understandings of integrated STEM education
Integrated STEM education has the potential to develop important skills, competencies and dispositions needed in the twenty-first century. Children’s foundational knowledge is shaped in the early y...
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May 31, 2025 at 9:13 AM
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Big moment at the launch of the LINC+ CPD Programme (2021–2023) Proud to be part of the LINC Consortium w/
@earlychildhoodireland.ie + Froebel Dept Maynooth Funded by DCEDIY, flexible/online—empowering educators to build truly inclusive spaces. #Inclusion #EarlyYears
#Inclusion #CPD #LINCProgramme
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April 25, 2025 at 9:58 AM
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drlindamkelly.bsky.social
Looking forward to sharing some key findings from our Interim Evaluation of the LINC+ CPD Programme at the launch of our new research report. See below for details on how to register to attend online!

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Launch of the Interim Evaluation of the LINC+ CPD Programme (2021-2023)
Join us for the eagerly anticipated launch of the Interim Evaluation of the LINC+ CPD Programme (2021 – 2023).
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April 15, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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sandra-ryan.bsky.social
Strong start to day 3 of #esai25 with two excellent papers from @miceducationfac.bsky.social MIC colleagues @ruthbourke.bsky.social Áine Lyne and @maeveliston.bsky.social
April 12, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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marymcmahon.bsky.social
Delighted to have the opportunity to present my research today @esai-irl.bsky.social @stem-mic.bsky.social @micireland.bsky.social @miceducationfac.bsky.social
April 11, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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sandra-ryan.bsky.social
Lots of wonderful @miceducationfac.bsky.social MIC colleagues here at #esai2025
April 11, 2025 at 10:16 AM
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Calling all teachers & schools 📣 National Survey on play rights in primary schoolyards is live!

Play is vital for health, learning & inclusion—yet we lack data. Help us build the case for support.

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QR Code for survey link in front of cartoon of children playing. National Survey evaluating provision for play rights in Irish schoolyards. What is this survey about? Providing space for play in schoolyards is not only a children’s rights obligation—it is important for children's health, learning and social lives and so creates healthier, more inclusive school environments and aligns with key curriculum and school policy goals. Breaktimes account for at least 12% of the school day, yet there is a lack of data, guidance, and funding to help schools make the most of this time.  While often described by children as the most enjoyable part of their day, research also shows that the schoolyard can be a space of exclusion for some students and a source of stress for teachers. To effectively advocate for greater resources and support, we first need a clearer picture of the current situation—how diverse schools around Ireland are providing space, time, and opportunities for outdoor play during break times.
April 9, 2025 at 10:09 AM
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stem-mic.bsky.social
Warmest congratulations to our wonderful colleague Claire Carroll on passing her VIVA VOCE with flying colours! Claire's thesis on Computational Thinking was supervised by Professor Aisling Leavy @miceducationfac.bsky.social @micireland.bsky.social
April 7, 2025 at 9:52 AM
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We are delighted to host @ncca for their seminar on Aistear: the Early Childhood Curriculum Framework, with Lisha O'Sullivan, Emer Ring, Mary Daly, Lorraine Farrelll, Sharon Skehill #Aistear #EarlyChildhood #HigherEd @micireland.bsky.social
Photo of Lisha O'Sullivan, Emer Ring, Mary Daly, Lorraine Farrell, Sharon Skehill pictured in the Early Education room in Mary Immaculate College surrounded by early years resources.
April 2, 2025 at 10:05 AM