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The aim of Numicon is to make numbers real for children through them being able to see and touch them.  

Suitable for teachers from Junior Infants to First class and SETs.

Numicon is a multi-sensory maths teaching programme using Numicon maths shapes in a series of practical teaching activities. Numicon’s visual, auditory and kinaesthetic approach appeals to different learning styles. Pupils learn through both seeing and feeling how Numicon patterns connect with each other.

By physically manipulating Numicon to build constructions, make arrangements and patterns and play games using the feely bag, pupils will experience with both their hands and their eyes how numbers fit together. The powerful images can also open doors for children struggling with number, no matter how old they are.

Edmond Scannell is a teacher at a special school in Limerick and has made numerous presentations at schools and ETBs, mainly in Literacy and Maths.

Unfortunately there is no sub cover for this workshop. This is suitable for SETS and class teachers from Juniors to First class.

A hot lunch will be provided on the day. 

A hot lunch will be provided to all participants on the day.

The registration fee is non refundable or transferable

Module One Lámh Course

Course Overview: 

This course is for staff members and professionals who have started to work in an environment where Lámh is used and covers 100 Lámh signs and how to support a Lámh user.

Qualifications Required: 

No previous Lámh training required.

Course Duration: 

6 and a half hours

Course Content: 

·         Module One Lámh signs (100+)

·         Alternative and augmentative communication (AAC)

·         Lámh – brief history and development

·         Lámh signing environment

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

·         Use the 100+ signs from the Module One Book

·         Use Lámh as an effective communication tool

·         Contribute to assessment or decision-making around Lámh use

·         Participate effectively in an established Lámh environment.

Feedback from Module One Participants

'Very enjoyable comprehensive course'

'I liked hearing about experiences of using Lámh with other children with special needs'

Course Materials: 

·         Combined Module One Handbook and Sign book

·         Membership of Lámh Signs Online www.lamhsigns.org

·         Module One Certificate

·         Registration on the Lámh Module One database

Accreditation Achieved: 

Module One Certificate

Additional Requirements: 

This course is of most benefit to those who are using Lámh to support a Lámh user and their family currently, as they will have the opportunity to use the signs and skills acquired.

Course Recognised by: 

Lámh

Lunch will be served on the day and is included in the registration fee along with all the course materials

Using the Digital Learning Framework (DLF) to embed Digital Technologies in Teaching, Learning and Assessment.

Please note: This seminar day is for Principals and one other nominated teacher per school (sub covered) who have not attended this seminar previously.

The purpose of this seminar is to support and inform school leaders and digital learning teams in applying the new Digital Learning Framework (DLF) to embed digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment.

The seminar will:

• ·Outline the six-step planning process involved in the Digital Learning Framework to effectively embed digital technologies in school practice, supporting teaching, learning, leadership and management goals
• ·Suggest how to commence this process in your school, and how to establish a digital learning team to develop a vision for such learning
• ·Illustrate how the Digital Learning Framework and accompanying Digital Learning Planning Guidelines provide a framework for teachers and school leaders to better realise this vision
• ·Explain how the Digital Learning Framework supports the Digital Strategy for Schools 2015-2020 and other national policies on curriculum reform and implementation, skills development, teacher education and learner experiences and outcomes
• ·Showcase the range of supports provided by the PDST Digital Technologies and PDST Technology in Education teams to enhance this work in your school.

*Please bring a fully charged laptop with you to this seminar.

Before you finalise payment for your course, please note the following:

All our courses are booked on the condition that the course fee is non-refundable. Course Fees are not transferrable to another teacher. Unfortunately, if you wish to cancel your place on one of our courses or you are unable to attend the course, we are not in a position to refund fees.

In the event that the minimum number of participants required do not apply then the Centre will be obliged to cancel the course and all monies will be refunded in full.

Supporting Children’s Challenging Behaviour in a school setting and ways we can help them

A two hour thought provoking Workshop for Pre School Educators both teachers and SNAs.

This workshop will be delivered by Edel Lawlor, Expressive Play and Therapy Centre Kerry. Edel has over 20 years’ experience and is passionate about supporting children in society.   Edel specialises in working with children and is an established trainer in Kerry and nationally.

Edel is known for her unique manner of delivering workshops by engaging participants in a creative way to make training both enjoyable and memorable.

About this workshop

How many children are there in our schools or services that have been and remain misunderstood? It seems that our services are filling up with increasing numbers of distressed children. People who work with children can be left feeling disempowered and de-skilled as they try to teach them or support them. The longer we fail to connect with these children, the longer the child will miss out in opportunities in helping them realize their potential.

Pre School teachers and SNAs are key in supporting children emotionally as well as academically within the class room environment. Often behaviours occur that may need extra attention and guidance, in this workshop Edel will explore

• Importance of the Role of the Pre School Teacher and SNA
• Why children display certain behaviours
• Triggers – how to recognise and respond
•  Communication Skills and Knowledge that will assist in regulating children that are distressed.

Using the Digital Learning Framework (DLF) to embed Digital Technologies in Teaching, Learning and Assessment.

Please note: This seminar day is for principals and one other nominated teacher per school (sub covered) who have not attended this seminar previously.

The purpose of this seminar is to support and inform school leaders and digital learning teams in applying the new Digital Learning Framework (DLF) to embed digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment.

The seminar will:

• Outline the six-step planning process involved in the Digital Learning Framework to effectively embed digital technologies in school practice, supporting teaching, learning, leadership and management goals
• Suggest how to commence this process in your school, and how to establish a digital learning team to develop a vision for such learning
• Illustrate how the Digital Learning Framework and accompanying Digital Learning Planning Guidelines provide a framework for teachers and school leaders to better realise this vision
• Explain how the Digital Learning Framework supports the Digital Strategy for Schools 2015-2020 and other national policies on curriculum reform and implementation, skills development, teacher education and learner experiences and outcomes
• Showcase the range of supports provided by the PDST Digital Technologies and PDST Technology in Education teams to enhance this work in your school.

*Please bring a fully charged laptop with you to this seminar.

Supporting Children’s Challenging Behaviour in a school setting and ways we can help them.

A two hour thought provoking Workshop for Special Needs Assistants.

This workshop will be delivered by Edel Lawlor, Expressive Play and Therapy Centre Kerry. Edel has over 20 years’ experience and is passionate about supporting children in society.   Edel specialises in working with children and is an established trainer in Kerry and nationally.

Edel is known for her unique manner of delivering workshops by engaging participants in a creative way to make training both enjoyable and memorable.

About this workshop

How many children are there in our schools or services that have been and remain misunderstood? It seems that our services are filling up with increasing numbers of distressed children. People who work with children can be left feeling disempowered and de-skilled as they try to teach them or support them. The longer we fail to connect with these children, the longer the child will miss out in opportunities in helping them realize their potential. 

Special needs assistants are key in supporting children emotionally as well as academically within the class room environment. Often behaviours occur that may need extra attention and guidance, in this workshop Edel will explore 

• Importance of the Role of the Special Needs Assistants
• Why children display certain behaviours
• Triggers – how to recognise and respond
• Special Needs Assistants Communication Skills and Knowledge that will assist in regulating children that are distressed.

Important: 

Before you finalise payment for your course, please note the following:

All our courses are booked on the condition that the course fee is non-refundable. Course Fees are not transferrable to another teacher. Unfortunately, if you wish to cancel your place on one of our courses or you are unable to attend the course, we are not in a position to refund fees.

In the event that the minimum number of participants required do not apply then the Centre will be obliged to cancel the course and all monies will be refunded in full.

Please click on R.S.E to book a place on this course.