Last Call for July Dream Space Minecraft & Computational Thinking CPD

A last call out to potential participants for our two July blended EPV day approved summer courses, Crafting a Game Based Learning Environment and Computational Thinking in Your Classroom. Join the Dream Space team for two days (July 3rd & 4th) in Microsoft Dream Space (One Microsoft Place, Leopardstown, Dublin) for two hands on workshops to learn about Minecraft: Education or join the Computational Thinking in Your Classroom course virtually for two-days live workshops via Microsoft Teams (July 3rd & 4th or July 5th & 6th).  Both courses are ideal for teachers working with 3rd to 6th class students and will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to integrate computational thinking and game-based learning into your curriculum, fostering creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration among your students.

Crafting a Game-Based Learning Environment with Minecraft Education 

Prepare to unlock a whole new dimension of learning with the “Crafting a Game-Based Learning Environment with Minecraft Education” course. Immerse your students in a captivating world of creativity and exploration. Join the Microsoft Dream Space team on an adventure where Minecraft Education becomes your ultimate teaching tool. Unleash your imagination, learn to harness the educational power of Minecraft, and create learning experiences that your students will love. 

• Course 1: July 3^rd & 4^th – Dream Space One Microsoft Place, Leopardstown, Dublin – Online: July 5^th – August 18^th 

Computational Thinking in Your Classroom 

The “Computational Thinking in Your Classroom” course is here to empower you and your students with 21st-century skills. Join us live online as we explore the exciting world of computational thinking and its integration into the Irish Primary School curriculum. Discover innovative strategies, unleash your students’ problem-solving abilities, and learn how to effectively incorporate technology in your lessons. Together, let’s equip our learners with the skills they need to thrive in our digital age. 

July Dates

• Course 1: July 3^rd & 4^th – Synchronous – Microsoft Teams – Online: July 5^th– August 18^th  – Asynchronous  Or 
• Course 2: July 5^th & 6^th – Synchronous – Microsoft Teams – Online: July 7^h– August 18^th  – Asynchronous 

All courses align fully with the new Irish Primary School Curriculum and the Digital Strategy for Schools and emphasise the integration of technology and digital skills across all subject areas, ensuring that our students are well-prepared for the digital world they will inherit. So, what are you waiting for? Level up your skills and join the Dream Space Team this summer and unlock a world of possibilities for you and your students.

In addition to these blended courses, TeachNet are offering 9 other EPV day approved online courses, more information here.

For more information on any TeachNet course, see teachnet.ie, email cpd@teachnet.ie or call 01 5252506.