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Helen McTighe
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Principal, Scoil Aireagail, Ballyhale. Doctoral Candidate @DCU_IoE. All views my own
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joeoharadcu.bsky.social
It's always a pleasure to receive a new book in the post - and a particular joy when the author is a former student & now well respected teacher & researcher. Congratulations @craigskerritt.bsky.social on a wonderful achievement & a fantastic book #educationalresearch
February 6, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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joeoharadcu.bsky.social
Colleagues seek survey respondents for a SCoTENS-funded project on supporting EAL (English as an Additional Language) pupils with SEN (Special Educational Needs) or AEN (Additional Educational Needs) in 2nd-level education across the island of Ireland. #edchatie

forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Banner for Supporting EAL Pupils with SEN/AEN
December 18, 2024 at 4:33 PM
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educatetogether.bsky.social
🔍 We’re Hiring: Academic Researcher 📚
We’re looking for a researcher to shape a Glossary on Ethical, Multi-Belief & Values Education for Educate Together & ETBI. If you're passionate about education, apply now!
📝 Apply by 13 Jan 2025: www.educatetogether.ie/about/careers/
#EthicalEducation
December 11, 2024 at 2:19 PM
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brenos100.bsky.social
Some very positive findings in this report highlighting the dedicated work of teachers and school leaders. www.gov.ie/en/publicati...
The Department of Education Inspectorate Report (2021 - 2023) and Thematic Review - PDF version
www.gov.ie
December 18, 2024 at 4:05 PM
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neilbutler.bsky.social
So YT recommended this video to me. An Oxford mathematician takes the Leaving Cert Higher level maths exam (2023). Is good stuff, your students might like it: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mkwi... #edchatie @irenestone.bsky.social
November 24, 2024 at 10:50 AM
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alangorman.bsky.social
My latest @rtebrainstorm.bsky.social piece critically examines the shortcomings of education manifestos. It highlights how they often serve as voter-appealing tools rather than blueprints for systemic change and meaningful reform @dcuioe.bsky.social
Link below 👇
www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...
Why election manifestos miss the mark on real education reform
Election pledges and promises look good on paper, but often lack the depth needed to address complex, systemic issues in our schools
www.rte.ie
November 19, 2024 at 1:11 PM
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johndoyle.bsky.social
This new article from Alan Gorman and James O'Higgins Norman at Dublin City University Anti Bullying Centre & DCU Institute of Education, explores anti-bullying in schools and reveals how principals face unique challenges with a one-size-fits-all policy.
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Enacting anti-bullying procedures in dynamic school environments: insights from primary school principals in the Republic of Ireland
This paper explores how primary school principals in the Republic of Ireland engage with the Anti-Bullying Procedures for Primary and Post-Primary Schools (DES 2013b). Informed by theoretical liter...
tandfonline.com
November 18, 2024 at 10:44 AM
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sccenglish.bsky.social
For everyone in Irish education: a proposal to revive #edchatie Monday evening discussions on Bluesky. Every two weeks in term-time.

First session details on the graphic.

More:
www.juliangirdham.com/blog/edchati...

Please repost within Ireland as much as poss & spread the word elsewhere.
"#EDCHATIE: In education, what do you want from a new government? Date: Monday 2nd December 2024 Time: 19:30–20:30 Platform: BlueSky Hashtag: #edchatie Host: @sccenglish.bsky.social A stick-figure bird is shown typing on a desktop computer, symbolizing online engagement. At the bottom, there’s a note inviting volunteers to propose ideas and host future chats, mentioning that the event happens every two weeks during term-time."
November 22, 2024 at 3:41 PM