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CESI Conference 2025: The Power of Bringing Primary, Secondary, Further, and Higher Education Together

Each year, the CESI conference brings together teachers, lecturers, education professionals, and other tech-related personnel to form what I describe as a “community of camaraderie.” What sets CESI apart is its accessibility (it’s not as expensive as other conferences, and it’s held on a Saturday, eliminating work logistics) and its inclusivity (welcoming everyone from primary

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Teacher concerns over use of AI in Leaving Cert project work

Second-level teachers have raised significant concerns about the permitted use of artificial intelligence (AI) in project work for the Leaving Certificate. This follows the release of new guidelines by the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA) recently. These guidelines apply to subjects such as chemistry, biology, physics, and business and address the implementation of

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Get EPIC! Expanding Reading Opportunities for Senior Primary Pupils

Reading is a cornerstone of learning, and fostering a love for books is key to developing lifelong learners. For upper primary classrooms, Epic offers a dynamic, engaging platform to support literacy development. With its vast library and intuitive features, Epic can transform how students approach reading. I have often found it challenging to motivate and

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Embracing AI in Education: A Deputy Principal’s Journey

Throughout my career in education, I’ve witnessed numerous technological advancements that were initially viewed as potential threats to the teaching profession. From video players to YouTube, these innovations never replaced teachers but instead became valuable tools in our classrooms and beyond.  Today, I feel that we face a similar situation with Artificial Intelligence (AI) in

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