This session focuses on examining the background and context of engaging students in mathematical problem solving in the primary school. It looks at using a routine to develop student autonomy in relation to engaging in problem solving and identifies the key strategies that students should draw on. Finally, it will focus on evaluating, categorising and writing problems.

Biography

Dr. John O'Shea is a Senior Lecturer with responsibility for the B.Ed. programme in Mary Immaculate College, Limerick. He is also a lecturer in Mathematics Education at both undergraduate and post-graduate level.

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This session covers Lists in Python. We aim to cover fundamentals, pedagogical approaches and activities, to help you in your classroom for leaving certificate computer science. We will cover creating, appending, deleting, copying, indexing and display 1D lists, and if time permits an introduction to 2D lists. While we will cover content the goal is to work on how to deliver such content in the class, basing our approaches on “use, modify, create” and PRIMM with suitable take-home activities. 

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This webinar will focus on practical, evidence-based strategies to support independence development in children with SEN. This will span a range of domains including learning, behaviour and life skills. This webinar would be particularly suitable for SNAs, given the focus within their role on this core concept. However, teachers would also benefit from this learning.

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Intro to Enable Ireland 

Introduction to Assistive Technology:

What is Assistive Technology?

How can pupils benefit from Assistive Technology?

What kinds of Assistive Technology are available?

Webinar 1: November 11th

Hardware:
• iPads vs. Windows vs. chrome books
• Ergonomics – emphasis on getting screen height right, accessories.
• Overview of Alternative Keyboard and Mice
o To include large key keyboards and child friendly mice
• Brief look at alternative access – eyegaze and voice
Using the computer:
• Keyboard familiarity (i.e. First Keys software, keyboard stickers)
• Online storage, particularly for iPads, Chromebooks
Software for literacy: (using programmes such as Clicker 8, Natural Reader, Penfriend, ClaroRead, Immersive Reader)
• Reading (text to speech, picture support,
• Spelling/Grammar support
• Word prediction

Webinar 2: November 18th

Software for Maths
• Writing maths (Splash! City, Panther Math Paper etc)
• Maths Drill practice (number Shark, IXL, FlipMaths etc)
Software for organisation:
• Mindmapping (inbuilt in software i.e. Clicker, or standalone i.e. Inspiration
• Timetabling
Apps for behaviour/sensory management 
• Turn taking
• Visual schedules

• Sensory monitoring apps

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Learn quick tips on how to get started with IPad in the primary classroom. Learn about the different IPad apps and features that can be used in the classroom and the latest updates and features.

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Learning intentions for the session

Participants will:
• Learn that formative feedback cannot be viewed in isolation from mindset, student agency or motivation
• Be informed about research findings in relation to what makes formative feedback effective
• Make links between policy and practice in relation to student engagement
• Learn some strategies to help ensure the voices of the seldom-heard are included in the classroom

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