It’s that time of year again!! Nominations for MIEE 2025/26 are open! (How to become an MIE Expert and Showcase School 2025-2026). As someone who has previously experienced the transformative power of this community, I am eager to once again immerse myself in the collaborative and innovative environment that Microsoft fosters. The Microsoft Innovative Expert […]
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During a STEAM Day for middle schoolers in 2016, the organising teacher introduced the topic of quantum computing to the group—and to me who was loitering at the back—with an unusual spokesperson, the then Canadian Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau. For those unable to watch the video: quantum computing is the next evolution of computing. While
Imagine you’re a Leaving Cert Technology student. This means you’ve got a big project due. You’re staring down a Project Brief, perhaps your mind is spinning, and you do what many students of all ages do when they get a brief… In 2020, perhaps they turned to Google… It’s 2025, so let’s turn to WhatsApp
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I am pro-teaching AI skills, but I am more pro-human! AI highlights the slippery slope we have let ourselves stay on – now is the time to find balance. Read on to find three practical ways to start getting some balance back (and modelling this for young people). If we look at the impact of
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EPV Day Approved Summer Courses for Primary Teachers Enrolling Now! For Summer 2025, TeachNet are offering 10 EPV day approved online courses, designed ‘By teachers for teachers’. For more information, please see below. What courses are available? Online Courses – July 1st – August 22nd Farming at Sea: Links to the Primary Classroom with BIM Dive into
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Merlyn Mind is an advanced AI-powered assistant designed specifically for educational environments. It helps teachers manage classroom technology seamlessly, providing instant access to information, automating administrative tasks, and supporting personalised learning. By integrating voice commands and interactive features, Merlyn Mind aims to enhance the teaching and learning experience, making classrooms more efficient, engaging, and inclusive.
Britannica Education, which is free to all schools on Scoilnet, has always been a firm favourite with teachers in Ireland, and I have certainly used it effectively on many occasions over the years. Recently they have released a number of resources that will be of interest to teachers, and one that caught my eye is
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One of the biggest challenges schools face when it comes to embedding digital tools in the classroom is ensuring that both students and teachers feel supported. Teachers today are navigating increasing curriculum demands, diverse student needs and ever-evolving technologies. It’s no surprise that many feel overwhelmed. But there’s one simple, low-cost strategy that can make
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With the rapid advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI), new tools are emerging that promise to revolutionise how we teach and learn. For me, one such tool that is becoming very popular is Gamma AI. I discovered this recently from Frances O’Donnell at CESICon as a great example of how AI can be integrated into education.
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On March 5th, the European Commission announced the adoption of the STEM Education Strategic Plan, a key part of the Union of Skills strategy. This initiative aims to Invest in upskilling across the EU, making it more competitive globally. The STEM Education Strategic Plan dovetails with the Action Plan on Basic Skills, together forming a
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