The ESAI Annual Conference 2024, an important event for the educational research community in Ireland and beyond, was held at Maynooth University from 4th April to 6th April. Researchers, policy makers, practitioners and emerging researchers came together to share, reflect, discuss and debate insights under the conference theme ‘Education for more just societies: the roles …
As we commemorate International Women’s Day, we are reminded of the profound impact of female leaders in child education, psychology and research. At ICEP Europe, we celebrate the diverse voices and contributions of women who are driving positive change in the fields of child education, psychology, and research. Join us as we honor our “Community …
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As educators and professionals, we are inspired every day to find new ways to make education more inclusive, more engaging and more effective for every learner. Recently, I had the opportunity to explore the Nation Council for Special Education (NCSE)’s ground-breaking report titled ‘An Inclusive Education for an Inclusive Society’. This comprehensive policy advice paper …
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Every December, as we reflect upon the past year while preparing to move into the next, a blend of hope and anticipation fills our hearts. The holiday season isn’t just about festive revelry; it’s also a poignant reminder of the marvel of children—the excitement they feel and the wondrous ways in which they perceive the …
Let’s face it! We’ve all been through the struggle of writing an application and agree that it can be a challenging first step to fulfilling your dream of growth in a particular field. For the Masters in Special & Additional Learning Needs in collaboration with the University of East London, we try to provide as …
It’s been a busy few months for our MA/ PG Diploma in Inclusive and Special Education, which we run in partnership with Hibernia College! We were delighted to welcome our third cohort onto the programme in September 2023 and had the pleasure of meeting the new participants at the induction day in Maynooth. So heartened …
Updates about our Postgrad in SEN with Hibernia College! Read More »
It’s with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our much-loved colleague and friend, Dr Margaret O’Donnell last weekend, after a short illness fought with courage and resilience. Margaret was a passionate educator and researcher who through her work, shaped policy and provision in the area of inclusive education in Ireland and internationally. …
Nicole Yap recently took part in our General Learning Disabilities Online CPD course. She did so along with others in her school as part of a group booking. Read her thoughts below! “I am truly delighted to have finished this course. I have thoroughly enjoyed learning about effective strategies to enhance my learning of students …
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Open for January 2024 Applications We launched our QQI Accredited MA/PG Dip in Inclusive and Special Education with Hibernia College last summer. We are delighted to be welcoming our fourth cohort onto the programme in January 2024. This programme is designed to offer much needed support to educators working with children and young people with …
Student Experience, PG Dip/ MA in Inclusive & Special Education Read More »
Last Friday, 20th January, recent graduates of our Online MA in Special & Additional Learning Needs attended a graduation ceremony on the University of East London Docklands Campus. The graduates told us they found the programme challenging but highly rewarding and spoke of gratitude for their tutors and supervisors as well their classmates. The School …
