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24SPR06 5 Steps to the Inclusion of Autistic Students in our Schools: 1) Characteristics of autism; Strengths and Challenges

Participants will be introduced to the characteristic strengths and needs of autistic learners, the main psychological theories of autism and the different perspectives of intellectual rather than intuitive learners.

Course Date 10-01-2024 7:00 pm
Course End Date 10-01-2024 8:00 pm
Cut off date 10-01-2024 3:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 1
Speaker Shaun Greville
24SPR01 An Overview of the Learning Profile of Children with Down Syndrome at the Primary School Stage

This webinar / seminar will support those working with children with Down syndrome at the primary school stage, in both mainstream and special settings.

Course Date 15-01-2024 7:00 pm
Course End Date 15-01-2024 8:00 pm
Cut off date 15-01-2024 3:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 1
Speaker Dr. Fidelma Brady
24SPR04 Writing Effective Social Stories and Social Narratives for Autistic Children

In this short webinar, participants will learn what a Social Story/ narrative is, what they can be used for, their essential features, and how to write effective Social Stories/ narratives for the children that they work with. 

Course Date 16-01-2024 8:00 pm
Course End Date 16-01-2024 9:00 pm
Cut off date 16-01-2024 3:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 1
Speaker Claire Romito
24SPR07 5 Steps to the Inclusion of Autistic Students in our Schools: 2) Sensory processing: Pathway to Sensory Inclusion

Participants will follow a 4 step process from Awareness to Understanding to application and Inclusion of Sensory needs of autistic children.

Course Date 17-01-2024 7:00 pm
Course End Date 17-01-2024 8:00 pm
Cut off date 17-01-2024 3:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 1
Speaker Shaun Greville
24SPR12 Unlocking Potential: Assistive Technology and the Special Needs Assistant's Crucial Role

Join Magdalena for a dynamic and enlightening webinar where we will explore the intersection of assistive technology and the invaluable contributions of SNAs in supporting students with special needs.

Course Date 18-01-2024 7:00 pm
Course End Date 18-01-2024 8:30 pm
Cut off date 18-01-2024 3:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 1.5
Speaker Magdalena Landziak
24SPR11 ICT- A Tool Not A destination! Practical Measures and Tips for using ICT in ALL school subjects

This course is designed to equip educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively integrate information and communication technology (ICT) in their classrooms.

Course Date 23-01-2024 7:00 pm
Course End Date 23-01-2024 8:00 pm
Cut off date 23-01-2024 3:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 1
Speaker Cian Murphy
24SPR16 Communities of Practice for Post Primary science teachers

Post Primary JC science teachers will come together within a face-to-face Community of Practice and will discuss an area of interest to them regarding teaching JC science.

Course Date 24-01-2024 4:30 pm
Course End Date 24-01-2024 6:00 pm
Cut off date 18-01-2024 5:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 1.5
Speaker Sharon Cunningham
24SPR08 5 Steps to the Inclusion of Autistic Students in our Schools: 3) Communication: Social Communication and Interaction

Participants will take a deep look at the areas of Communication and interaction by looking at developmental levels, play skills and social interaction demands.

Course Date 24-01-2024 7:00 pm
Course End Date 24-01-2024 8:00 pm
Cut off date 24-01-2024 3:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 1
Speaker Shaun Greville
24SPR02 An Overview of the Learning Profile of Students with Down Syndrome at the Post-Primary School Stage

This webinar / seminar will support those working with students with Down syndrome at the post-primary school stage, in both mainstream and special settings.

Course Date 29-01-2024 7:00 pm
Course End Date 29-01-2024 8:00 pm
Cut off date 29-01-2024 3:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 1
Speaker Dr. Fidelma Brady
24SPR09 5 Steps to the Inclusion of Autistic Students in our Schools: 4) Stressful Behaviour

Participants will look at the low arousal approach to stressful behaviours, the communication underlying stressors and strategies for helping students achieve a sense of regulation.

Course Date 31-01-2024 7:00 pm
Course End Date 31-01-2024 8:00 pm
Cut off date 31-01-2024 3:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 1
Speaker Shaun Greville