Teacher concerns over use of AI in Leaving Cert project work

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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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Dec 9 2024

From the Ex-Bird to the Butterfly

By John Heffernan

The king is dead; long live the king. This blog post is both an ode to Twitter and a suggestion for somewhere new. When reflecting on your career in education, you often consider where you’ve made an impact within the wider educational community. Some teachers might have coached an All-Ireland-winning team, others may have directed

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Nov 28 2024

Embracing AI in Education: A Deputy Principal’s Journey

By Donal O'Reilly

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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Nov 11 2024

Reading Coach – New Web & Store App

By Pat Brennan

We regularly feature Microsoft’s brilliant Learning Accelerators on the TeachNet blog primarily because when used appropriately they have the potential to enhance core curricula delivery by personalising learning experiences, supporting a wide range of learning needs and by helping make the learning more engaging and effective through inclusive design, instant feedback and targeted practice.. In

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Nov 4 2024

Student perspectives on using AI to complete assignments

By Frances O'Donnell

Are we fully aware of the impact AI is having on students? As part of some recent work, I developed four student personas to represent the mixed perspectives students are having in relation to using, or not using, artificial intelligence (AI) in their assignments (These are based on adult learners but likely useful to consider

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Oct 24 2024

Quick Guides – Get to Grips with Microsoft’s Learning Tools

By Pat Brennan

Just over a year ago I first wrote about Microsoft’s Quick Guides, a series of short PDF guides covering a selection of 365 apps and learning tools. At the time I quipped that the initial 14 guides were just for starters and in time the series would grow and encompass the entirety of the 365

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Oct 21 2024

The Importance of Prompt Crafting in Copilot

By Lydia Burke

Using Copilot to create class content can be a game-changer for secondary school teachers. However, the effectiveness of this tool hinges on the specificity and detail of the prompts provided. Detailed prompts ensure that the generated content is tailored to the teacher’s needs, saving time and enhancing the quality of educational materials. Why do specific

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Oct 10 2024

Vocaroo: A Simple and Effective Online Voice Recorder

By Paul Munroe

Every September, teachers often share good digital resources that they came across on a teacher CPD summer course. One such resource shared with me recently was Vocaroo.Vocaroo is a simple free online tool that allows users to record, send, and download voice messages. Teachers and learners can use Vocaroo in different activities, such as podcasting,

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Sep 26 2024

Last Call for Reinventing Education with AI Workshop

By Pat Brennan

Last Call📢Microsoft Education Ireland, are hosting an in-person workshop next Tuesday, October 1st where educators can explore the possibilities of generative AI in teaching learning and assessment. Designed for education professionals, these workshops are interactive and participatory experiences, targeting leadership roles and fostering discussion, knowledge exchange, and new learning opportunities. These sessions are designed to

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Sep 23 2024

Fancy a Generative AI ‘Ready Meal’?

By Ashley Stephens

Picture this: you’re feeling a little overwhelmed right now as we approach the end of the first month back in the classroom, September?! Juggling class prep, reviewing class work and giving feedback. Wearing the interchangeable hats that go hand in hand with the role of a teacher; the counsellor to the entertainer, walking a tightrope

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