This full-day seminar aims to provide primary teachers with an introduction to the topic of Exceptional Ability and Dual Exceptionality in primary schools.
Expected Outcomes
Teachers will:
- Have a knowledge and understanding of the concept of Exceptional Ability and Dual Exceptionality (EA/DE)
- Be aware of the role of assessment in identifying exceptionally able and dual exceptional pupils and their unique learning needs
- Have an understanding of the particular social and emotional needs of pupils with EA/DE and an overview of strategies to support them
- Understand the policy framework that underpins the inclusive education of pupils with EA/DE in Ireland
- Receive an introduction to the concept of metacognition and metacognitive strategies
- Have a range of differentiation teaching strategies and resources for the teaching of EA/DE pupils
- Participate in the planning of appropriate instruction for EA/DE pupils.
Content
The seminar has three main sections which address three key questions for teachers:
- Section 1: ‘What are we talking about?’ - What do we mean by ‘Exceptionally Able’ and ‘Dual Exceptional’?
- Section 2: ‘How do we find out who they are and what are their needs?’ - Assessment, Identification and Needs
- Section 3: ‘How do we teach them’ - Teaching the Exceptionally Able and Dual Exceptional
Registration will take place from 9.00 a.m. and the seminar will commence at 9.15 a.m. Refreshments and lunch will be provided. Substitution will be provided if it is deemed absolutely essential by the Principal and we would ask that you to contact the SESS office before the seminar if you wish to apply for substitution. Travel and subsistence will be paid at the normal rate to participating teachers.