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Digital Skills Curriculum 24/25 - Primary Teachers Webinar
Teacher Webinar

Digital Skills Curriculum 24/25 - Primary Teachers Webinar

In this webinar we go over using the Primary Schools Digital Skills Curriculum and the Coding Ireland platform.

Coding Ireland

06 Sep 24

Digital Skills Curriculum 24/25 - Secondary Teachers Webinar
Teacher Webinar

Digital Skills Curriculum 24/25 - Secondary Teachers Webinar

In this webinar we go over using the Secondary Schools Digital Skills Curriculum and the Coding Ireland platform.

Coding Ireland

06 Sep 24

Ireland’s Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital Literacy Strategy 2024-2033: A Vision for the Future
Teacher Guide

Ireland’s Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital Literacy Strategy 2024-2033: A Vision for the Future

The Department of Education has launched a comprehensive strategy to enhance literacy, numeracy, and digital literacy for all learners from 2024 to 2033.

Coding Ireland

16 May 24

Guide to the New Digital Strategy ICT Grant
Teacher Webinar

Guide to the New Digital Strategy ICT Grant

During this webinar, we will delve into the details of the grant, including its allocation and distribution process. We will provide insights into eligible expenses, offering practical guidance on how schools can effectively utilise the grant to enhance teaching and learning outcomes.

Coding Ireland

02 May 24

Best Device for Coding?
Teacher Guide

Best Device for Coding?

Laptops, PCs, Chromebook, iPads & Tablets, what is the best device for students to use for coding and programming? We review each one, list the positives and negatives and give our recommendation on which is best.

Alan Joyce

02 May 24

The €50 Million Digital Strategy ICT Grant

The €50 Million Digital Strategy ICT Grant

Learn about the Digital Strategy Grant and how to maximise it's impact in your school!

Coding Ireland

21 Apr 24

Unleashing Creativity: The Artistic Side of Coding
Arts

Unleashing Creativity: The Artistic Side of Coding

Discover the vibrant world of coding beyond its technical facade. This blog explores the artistic side of coding, revealing how it serves as a canvas for creativity and a catalyst for collaboration.

Coding Ireland

26 Feb 24

Primary Teacher Webinar: Beginner Coding Lessons for Primary Students
Teacher Webinar

Primary Teacher Webinar: Beginner Coding Lessons for Primary Students

Unlock the world of coding for your primary students in our engaging and interactive webinar! Designed specifically for teachers, this session will guide you through a series of beginner-friendly coding lessons tailored for young learners.

Coding Ireland

25 Jan 24

Crafting Tomorrow's Thinkers: The Importance of Computational Thinking for Kids
Mathematics

Crafting Tomorrow's Thinkers: The Importance of Computational Thinking for Kids

Dive into the world of computational thinking! Uncover its role in problem-solving, creativity, and future readiness. Explore why it's not just a skill but a mindset shaping the architects of the digital era.

Coding Ireland

21 Jan 24

Coding Simplified: Introduction to Teaching Students to Code
Explained in Code

Coding Simplified: Introduction to Teaching Students to Code

Discover the essentials of coding in our quick guide designed for teachers. Dive into the basics, benefits, and easy steps to bring coding into your classroom.

Coding Ireland

02 Jan 24

Quick Clip: Primary School Programming Languages and Technologies
Teacher Guide

Quick Clip: Primary School Programming Languages and Technologies

In this short clip, Alan goes through recommended Programming Languages and Technologies for Primary Schools.

Coding Ireland

14 Dec 23

Quick Clip: Coding is Not Just for Techies!
Teacher Guide

Quick Clip: Coding is Not Just for Techies!

In this short clip, Alan explains that Coding is not just for "techies" and how teachers from all backgrounds and experiences can teach coding.

Coding Ireland

14 Dec 23

Quick Clip: Secondary School Programming Languages and Technologies
Teacher Guide

Quick Clip: Secondary School Programming Languages and Technologies

In this short clip, Alan goes through recommended Programming Languages and Technologies for Secondary Schools.

Coding Ireland

14 Dec 23

Quick Clip: Creating a Coding Friendly Classroom
Teacher Guide

Quick Clip: Creating a Coding Friendly Classroom

In this short clip, Ciaran gives some tips on Creating a Coding Friendly Classroom.

Coding Ireland

14 Dec 23

Q&A Clip: iPads for Teaching Robotics?
Teacher Guide

Q&A Clip: iPads for Teaching Robotics?

In this short clip from the Q&A section of a teacher webinar, Alan & Ciaran answer the question "Are iPads suitable for teaching robotics?"

Coding Ireland

14 Dec 23

Q&A Clip: Enough Material for Exceptional Students?
Teacher Guide

Q&A Clip: Enough Material for Exceptional Students?

In this short clip from the Q&A section of a teacher webinar, Alan & Ciaran answer the question "If you have an exceptional student in a year group, is there enough material to keep them occupied for the year?"

Coding Ireland

14 Dec 23

Q&A Clip: Is the Coding Ireland Curriculum just Scratch?
Teacher Guide

Q&A Clip: Is the Coding Ireland Curriculum just Scratch?

In this short clip from the Q&A section of a teacher webinar, Alan & Ciaran answer the question "Is the Coding Ireland Curriculum just Scratch?"

Coding Ireland

14 Dec 23

Q&A Clip: Minecraft for Coding in Schools?
Teacher Guide

Q&A Clip: Minecraft for Coding in Schools?

In this short clip from the Q&A section of a teacher webinar, Alan & Ciaran answer the question "How can you use Minecraft for coding in schools? What devices/programmes do you need?"

Coding Ireland

14 Dec 23

Q&A Clip: How do I start teaching Coding if I have no background or experience in it?
Teacher Guide

Q&A Clip: How do I start teaching Coding if I have no background or experience in it?

In this short clip from the Q&A section of a teacher webinar, Alan & Ciaran answer the question "How do I start teaching Coding if I have no background experience in it?"

Coding Ireland

14 Dec 23

Q&A Clip: Best Devices for Robotics?
Teacher Guide

Q&A Clip: Best Devices for Robotics?

In this short clip from the Q&A section of a teacher webinar, Alan & Ciaran answer the question "What devices would you recommend for robotics?"

Coding Ireland

14 Dec 23

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