I don’t know about you, but when I think about Special Education, in general, I think about 3 options – mainstream, special classes and special schools. However, special schools are not simply a one-size-fits-all solution with lots of different types out there that cater for particular needs. This week I talk to Debbie O’Neill, principal … Read more
In this episode, I examine the complex topic of teaching children about war, specifically focusing on the Israel-Gaza conflict. Drawing from my personal background and experiences, I explore the intricacies of discussing such sensitive subjects in the classroom. After that, something completely different as I preview my interview with Paudie Moore, The Teacher’s Coach, on … Read more
In this episode, I examine the complex topic of teaching children about war, specifically focusing on the Israel-Gaza conflict. Drawing from my personal background and experiences, I explore the intricacies of discussing such sensitive subjects in the classroom. After that, something completely different as I preview my interview with Paudie Moore, The Teacher’s Coach, on … Read more
Over the last couple of years I’ve chatted to a number of people about wellbeing in the classroom but usually from a child’s point of view. And I’ve talked about resilience, growth mindset, all that kind of stuff. But one thing I’m always interested in is about a teacher’s own wellbeing. I was really happy … Read more
Over the last couple of years I’ve chatted to a number of people about wellbeing in the classroom but usually from a child’s point of view. And I’ve talked about resilience, growth mindset, all that kind of stuff. But one thing I’m always interested in is about a teacher’s own wellbeing. I was really happy … Read more
In this episode of ‘If I Were the Minister for Education’, I delve into the struggles faced by families in securing school placements for children with additional needs, the inefficiencies of the National Council for Special Education (NCSE), and the dynamics of religious education. I also look at what can be learned from Singapore’s education … Read more
In this episode of ‘If I Were the Minister for Education’, I delve into the struggles faced by families in securing school placements for children with additional needs, the inefficiencies of the National Council for Special Education (NCSE), and the dynamics of religious education. I also look at what can be learned from Singapore’s education … Read more
As Meja sang (I had to google her!), this episode is all about the money and it’s all about the dumb dumb dumb dumb dumb decisions recently made by the Department of Education. I look at the School Book Grant, the Ancillary Grant, and look forward to the summer programme, all of which have had their funds cut.
As Meja sang (I had to google her!), this episode is all about the money and it’s all about the dumb dumb dumb dumb dumb decisions recently made by the Department of Education. I look at the School Book Grant, the Ancillary Grant, and look forward to the summer programme, all of which have had their funds cut.
This week we talk about the divestment of the first Catholic school to Educate Together, followed by the findings of the Grace report, indicating a discrepancy between the religious beliefs of teachers and their roles in Catholic schools. While one commentator blames the teachers, another blames the whole Catholic community. Next, I discuss the Polish government’s ban on homework for primary students, … Read more