Using Online Tools in the Primary Classroom (online)
In this course, you will be introduced to digital tools that you can use to create classroom-focused resources. You will also be shown websites that contain resources for teaching skills in literacy, numeracy, SEN and STEM education.You will be shown how to use online tools to create a short instructional video and to promote different skills and activities in your classroom.
| Duration | 2 hours |
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| Skill Level | Basic |
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| Sector | Primary |
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| Target Audience | All (primary) teachers |
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| Prerequisites | Basic ICT skills. Participants should have experience of carrying out basic ICT tasks (opening, editing, saving, closing files) and be proficient in using an Internet browser. |
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Online course availability, requirements and access
The course is delivered via TeacherCPD.ie. Please go to/return to TeacherCPD.ie for information on available dates (see the Course Schedule). Enrolment links appear on TeacherCPD.ie once the course is open for enrolment (login first, then see the link labelled “PDST Technology in Education - Courses on digital technologies in teaching and learning. ENROL HERE”).
Technical Requirements: A good broadband internet connection and a laptop, desktop pc or tablet (with the latest version of Chrome, Firefox or Safari installed).
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, you should be able to:
- Recommend websites with resources for practicing key skills in class
- List digital tools that can be used by pupils to create resources and collaborate
- Use Explain Everything to create short instructional videos
- Explain how you can use blogging tools in class to enhance teaching and learning
- Use Padlet to share resources such as images, text, and audio
- Describe activities using Padlet that you use to teaching skills in literacy, numeracy, SEN and STEM education.
Course Content
The course content includes:
- Details of websites with resources for practicing key skills in class
- A demonstration of how to use Explain Everything to create instructional video clips
- A video exemplar highlighting how a primary teacher used Explain Everything for assessment in maths
- Sample activities using Explain Everything to enhance your teaching of literacy, numeracy and STEM, and to use with pupils who have special educational needs.