Date:     Thursday 25th January 2024
Time:     7 - 8 pm
Venue:  Online via Zoom

Target Audience: Primary and Preschool Teachers

Dive into the world of language diversity with our 60-minute session. Tailored for primary school teachers and Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) in the Republic of Ireland, this engaging session will equip you with practical insights and strategies to support English langauge learners in your classroom.

Join us as we explore the unique backgrounds and challenges faced by ELL pupils, emphasising the benefits of multilingualism in the classroom. Discover the transformative power of visual supports in aiding language comprehension, and gain practical strategies for seamlessly incorporating them into your lessons. Explore practical teaching strategies that cater to diverse language abilities, promoting inclusivity in your classroom.

This dynamic session is your key to creating language bridges that nurture English language learners in primary schools. Led by an experienced Speech and Language Therapist, the webinar promises to be an insightful and collaborative exploration. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your teaching toolkit and make a positive impact on English language learners in your classroom.

Join us for a session filled with practical strategies, engaging discussions, and a community committed to supporting language diversity.

Bio of Presenter: Alanna O Connor

Our speaker, Alanna O’Connor, a seasoned Speech and Language Therapist with expertise in working with young people speech, language, and communication difficulties and/or neurodiversities, will guide you through this 60-minute session. Whether you're an SNA, class teacher, or learning support teacher in primary schools (Junior Infants up to 6th Class), this webinar is tailored to equip you with practical insights and actionable strategies. Don't miss out – unlock the potential within your classrooms!