2017

Bryan Michael MacMahon – Portrait of an extraordinary teacher and human being

07/12/2017

— By Phyllis Mitchell This profile of the great writer and teacher Bryan MacMahon is taken from an early edition of Education Matters, the specialist medium for educators established by [...]

Thirty Years of EDUCATION MATTERS

07/12/2017

Thirty years ago, in 1987, Phyllis Mitchell established Education Matters, a specialist publication for educators across all levels.

The greatest Transition Year project ever?

16/08/2017

Did someone say Transition Year is a doss?

Third level Access Schemes: What’s the Story?

26/07/2017

The social divide in access to college has been a problem in Irish education since the foundation of the state.

ePortfolio can help newly qualifieds in finding work

08/06/2017

ePortfolio are becoming more and more popular among newly-qualified teachers seeking to get their foot on the employment ladder

Professional Diploma in Mathematics for Teaching

07/06/2017

The 2-year part-time Professional Diploma in Mathematics for Teaching (PDMT) Level 8 has been approved by DES for a sixth cohort.

DEIS Plan 2017: A Mixed Bag

11/04/2017

The recently released new DEIS plan has sought to address some of the deficiencies of the previous DEIS plan introduced just over ten years ago.

Tips for applying for job in school where you already work

01/04/2017

Want to shine in future job interviews. Career Coach Liam Horan of www.SliNuaCareers.com gives you tips you can carry into your next teaching job interview.

Become the Primary Teacher Everyone Wants to Have

28/03/2017

This new book from Dr Seán Delaney is informed by intensive research and is organised around the work teachers do every day.

Parent & Student Charter: what parents need to know

08/03/2017

A new law will require every school to consult with parents and students and to publish and operate a Parent and Student Charter.

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