Resources for Teachers of Irish to Adults and Students
Teaching materials for teachers of Irish to adults and second-level students are now available free to download from the NUI Maynooth Language Centre website at nuim.ie/language/vifax/index.shtml
Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge teaching materials and examination information for adult learners are also available at teg.ie or call the Language Centre on 01-708 6417 for information.
Human Rights Workshops for Young People
Have you ever been part of planning a week of youth action for human rights? Would you like to be? Amnesty International is holding a workshop to help you plan a week of action, share ideas and make your mark. Workshops on getting ready for the week of youth action, creative campaigning and working with the media will take place on Saturday, November 7th from 10am to 5pm at the Carmelite Centre, 56 Aungier Street, Dublin 2. For details or to register, e-mail: youth@amnesty.ie or call Sian on 01-8638340.
Course for Parents on Dyslexia
A one-day course on dyslexia, for parents, will be held in conjunction with a one-day course for junior cycle students (students in first, second or third year) in the Carlton Millrace Hotel, Bunclody, Co Wexford on Saturday, November 7th. The full programme and booking form can be downloaded from dyslexia.ie.
Pre-booking is essential as places are limited. For further information, tel: 01-6790276 or e-mail info@dyslexia.ie.
The Law of Education: One-Day Training Course
“The Law of Education: Legal principles and school practices”, a one-day training course, will be held in Mullingar, Co Westmeath on Saturday, November 7th. School policies and supervision issues will be among the topics.
The speaker will be Mary Meaney, general editor of the Primary Education Management Manual and co-author of Special Educational Needs and the Law. The course is open to primary and secondary teachers, members of boards of management, psychologists, health professionals, parents and representatives of relevant organisations. Fees apply, with special rates available. Details from 087-9634832 or by e-mail: schoolcoach@eircom.net.
Postgraduate Open Day at Burren College of Art
Burren College of Art is holding on open day on Friday, November 6th. Those interested in pursuing a PhD, Master of Fine Art or a Post Baccalaureate (Higher Diploma) in Fine Art, all of which are accredited by the National University of Ireland, Galway and delivered at the BCA campus in Ballyvaughan, Co Clare, are invited to attend.
The open day will give interested artists the opportunity to tour the campus and studios. Faculty and admissions staff will be on hand to discuss the programmes, the admissions process and information on grants and scholarships will also be available. We can arrange for portfolio reviews on request.
Transportation will be available from Galway city on request. Contact Anna Downes by e-mail at anna@burrencollege.ie or on 065-707 7200. Details at burrencollege.ie.
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