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fboss Oct 9 @ 3:30 PM EDT

Welcome to tonight’s #edchatie discussion hour. Before we begin, please introduce yourself & include the hashtag in all of your tweets

istone_irene Oct 9 @ 3:32 PM EDT

Irene, Maths and Coding teacher, St. Mark's CS, Tallaght. #edchatie #DLD_ucd

AshDonohoe Oct 9 @ 3:33 PM EDT

Hi all, Aishling here in Cavan. Interesting topic! first time back at #edchatie this academic year!

CuffeL Oct 9 @ 3:35 PM EDT

Laurence Cuffe Maths tutor/teacher with KWETB #edchatie

LiamDGuilfoyle Oct 9 @ 3:35 PM EDT

Liam here. Has been a long time since my last #edchatie, curious about ppls views on this topic - value of ITE is a major interest for me

istone_irene Oct 9 @ 3:35 PM EDT

Only my 2nd time on #edchatie thanks to @_conorgalvin :) #DLD_ucd

In reply to @AshDonohoe, @_conorgalvin

MajellaDempsey Oct 9 @ 3:36 PM EDT

Majella from Maynooth University. Very interested in this topic. #edchatie

fboss Oct 9 @ 3:30 PM EDT

Welcome to tonight’s #edchatie discussion hour. Before we begin, please introduce yourself & include the hashtag in all of your tweets

SeanOGraTek Oct 9 @ 3:36 PM EDT

Hi, Seán Ó Grádaigh - Teacher Educator MGO, NUIG. Former Geography, History & PE teacher #edchatIE

AshDonohoe Oct 9 @ 3:36 PM EDT

Its a brilliant forum! Lots to learn and share! #edchatie

In reply to @istone_irene, @_conorgalvin

fboss Oct 9 @ 3:36 PM EDT

Welcome back! Tonight on this #edchatie hour we discuss “Teacher training-could it be in school training rather than a 2 year, €12k course?”

In reply to @AshDonohoe

languagesdude Oct 9 @ 3:37 PM EDT

Damien here ..! Interested to see this #edchatie

foleyfurniture Oct 9 @ 3:37 PM EDT

Hi All, Ann here, lecturer in GMIT Letterfrack #edchatie

fboss Oct 9 @ 3:38 PM EDT

So, let's get going on the #edchatie topic tonight “Teacher training -could it be in school training rather than a 2 year, €12k course?”

FoleyKev Oct 9 @ 3:39 PM EDT

Kevin a Teaching Principal in a small rural school with Irelands first and only School STEAM Room #edchatie

magsamond Oct 9 @ 3:39 PM EDT

@fboss Cheers Fred, I knew flattery would get me everywhere. Intrigued by tonight's topic #edchatie

languagesdude Oct 9 @ 3:39 PM EDT

To be honest , with the demands of teaching I don’t think it can be taught in schools , there is just so much theory behind it #edchatie

AshDonohoe Oct 9 @ 3:39 PM EDT

I think there's more to be learned by time spent in school more so than in college! Might also bring down costs for students. #edchatie

In reply to @fboss

languagesdude Oct 9 @ 3:41 PM EDT

pricing is mad for teacher training. seeing that there is always issues with funding in universities , you can see what #edchatie

McCarthyDuncan Oct 9 @ 3:41 PM EDT

I'll be keeping one eye on this and one on the match. Duncan in Cork. #edchatie

Team_Satchel Oct 9 @ 3:42 PM EDT

Ofsted inspectors are interested in how far girls are able to reach their potential in STEM subjects https://t.co/2EyYY9GraH #edchatie

d14rmuid Oct 9 @ 3:43 PM EDT

Diarmuid - 2nd level metalwork, TG and maths teacher, currently with @NCCAie #EdChatIE

languagesdude Oct 9 @ 3:43 PM EDT

Trying to keep with lesson plays , resources and schemes as well as training to be a teacher , burnout would follow #edchatie

hey_km Oct 9 @ 3:44 PM EDT

Kate here - Learning Technologist at NUIG and former English teacher. #edchatie

istone_irene Oct 9 @ 3:44 PM EDT

Many in industry would like to teach.why give up salary to spend 2 further years training? #edchatie #dld_ucd

RangOrlaith Oct 9 @ 3:44 PM EDT

Evening all #edchatie Orlaith here. Junior Infant teacher in a Gaelscoil. Graduate of the final Post Grad cohort before the new PME came in

languagesdude Oct 9 @ 3:45 PM EDT

If ITT was changed and it was more practical than It is already then I could see it possibly working #edchatie

Mat6453 Oct 9 @ 3:45 PM EDT

Mat @BAPrimaryUSWlecturer, South Wales #edchatIE

hey_km Oct 9 @ 3:45 PM EDT

I would have to stand by a need for balance. Both placement and college are valuable. #edchatie

fboss Oct 9 @ 3:46 PM EDT

Are we saying it's either college or an apprenticeship model - or could it be both? #edchatie

foleyfurniture Oct 9 @ 3:46 PM EDT

Fantastic topic #edchatie Besides the costs, I wonder what are the biggest issues facing postgraduate students on PME courses?

In reply to @fboss

CuffeL Oct 9 @ 3:46 PM EDT

Forgot the hash tag #edchatie

CuffeL Oct 9 @ 3:45 PM EDT

https://t.co/B5U8oHyHBy In school better than out of school, teachers praxis Content For Teaching important

AshDonohoe Oct 9 @ 3:46 PM EDT

Yes, but there needs to be foundation in teaching methods, curric planning etc. College time in important too. #edchatie

In reply to @j_loughlin, @fboss

d14rmuid Oct 9 @ 3:46 PM EDT

#edchatie there could be a better balance with more school based training, not quite an apprenticeship but something not too far removed

Mat6453 Oct 9 @ 3:46 PM EDT

Needs a balance,schools can show lots but students need time 2 reflect and schools don’t have that time to spare with so much else #edchatIE

In reply to @fboss

fboss Oct 9 @ 3:46 PM EDT

Welcome to tonight's #edchatie hour-long discussion on “Teacher training -could it be in school training rather than a 2 year, €12k course?”

In reply to @Mat6453

languagesdude Oct 9 @ 3:46 PM EDT

When I say more practical , if there was blended learning taken into account could be useful #edchatie

SeanOGraTek Oct 9 @ 3:47 PM EDT

TeachEd = Professional Practice Programme. A balance between ‘Theory’ & ‘Practice’ is essential. Reflection informed by theory #edchatIE

languagesdude Oct 9 @ 3:47 PM EDT

Or even use it as an opportunity to show the advantages of team teaching #edchatie

CuffeL Oct 9 @ 3:48 PM EDT

Both. But face time with students to practice on is more significant that college based theory. #edchatie

fboss Oct 9 @ 3:46 PM EDT

Are we saying it's either college or an apprenticeship model - or could it be both? #edchatie

henrymartin1 Oct 9 @ 3:48 PM EDT

In any third level discipline, the real learning only commences once you receive the scroll upon graduation #edchatie

In reply to @fboss

JoanneOSulliva6 Oct 9 @ 3:48 PM EDT

Any placement would have to avoid being exploited a la jobsbridge and it would not replace qualified teachers in the classroom #edchatie

michellebreenUL Oct 9 @ 3:48 PM EDT

Time to tune in to #edchatie if you can drag urself away from #IrlVWAL

fboss Oct 9 @ 3:30 PM EDT

Welcome to tonight’s #edchatie discussion hour. Before we begin, please introduce yourself & include the hashtag in all of your tweets

GoStressbusterz Oct 9 @ 3:49 PM EDT

Hi all, Sinéad in Tipperary ... PP teacher on secondment and floating in and out tonight so apologies in advance #edchatie

AshDonohoe Oct 9 @ 3:49 PM EDT

If majority of yr1 was college based & rest school based, it might work better?! Do i think theres need for 2yrs college? No. #edchatie

In reply to @j_loughlin, @fboss

RangOrlaith Oct 9 @ 3:49 PM EDT

It should be both-understanding in theory gives a good grounding&placement allows a student teacher to put said theory to practice #edchatie

In reply to @fboss

michellebreenUL Oct 9 @ 3:49 PM EDT

The demand for teachers and teacher training in Ireland make this a topical #edchatie

fboss Oct 9 @ 7:56 AM EDT

Tonight's #edchatie topic has been decided as "Teacher training - could it be in school training rather than a 2 year, €12k course?" Join in

JoanneOSulliva6 Oct 9 @ 3:50 PM EDT

Postgrad qual with 10 wk placement allowed me to afford rent as I was able to take contract work while completing teacher training #edchatie

LiamDGuilfoyle Oct 9 @ 3:50 PM EDT

There are probably 2 issues playing out here. 1) The cost of teacher ed and 2) the value of Uni-based Teacher Ed #edchatie

istone_irene Oct 9 @ 3:51 PM EDT

Ways to entice from industry into teaching.Credits could be given for invaluable skills learned in other careers #EdChatIE

hey_km Oct 9 @ 3:51 PM EDT

When I was student teaching, one of my girls observed, “Wait, you’re paying for college to work here for free?!” #edchatie

michellebreenUL Oct 9 @ 3:51 PM EDT

Where are my manners? I am a librarian @UL and worked with @SchoolOfEd_UL for a few years #teachers #education #edchatie

RangOrlaith Oct 9 @ 3:52 PM EDT

The PostGrad Dip model was an intense 18 months of theory&practise which afforded students with12weeks of placement SEN included #edchatie

In reply to @AshDonohoe, @j_loughlin, @fboss

tweepete Oct 9 @ 3:52 PM EDT

Hi All. Trying to keep an eye on the match and #EdChatIE. Peter, principal in a DEIS Band 1 school in Dublin

Mat6453 Oct 9 @ 3:52 PM EDT

We are working on a new model @BAPrimaryUSWthat offers a new approach #edchatie

fboss Oct 9 @ 3:53 PM EDT

Would be interesting to see that skills are transferable as that's what we're looking at in Post Primary ed. But how to accredit? #edchatie

In reply to @istone_irene

LiamDGuilfoyle Oct 9 @ 3:53 PM EDT

The cost issues needs to be addressed or we risk perpetuating homogeneity in the teaching profession. #edchatie

languagesdude Oct 9 @ 3:53 PM EDT

Balance is the question , if we want teachers to be researchers too , can ITT be based just in school? #edchatie

foleyfurniture Oct 9 @ 3:54 PM EDT

Oh, tell us more...#edchatie

In reply to @Mat6453

CuffeL Oct 9 @ 3:54 PM EDT

Looking for an evidence base, Ideally we want to compare student performance for teachers from a variety of systems #edchatie

j_loughlin Oct 9 @ 3:55 PM EDT

#edchatie !!!

In reply to @AshDonohoe, @fboss

foleyfurniture Oct 9 @ 3:56 PM EDT

Would a long paid placement at the end consolidate theoretical knowledge in the practical setting? #edchatie

In reply to @RangOrlaith, @AshDonohoe, @j_loughlin, @fboss

michellebreenUL Oct 9 @ 3:56 PM EDT

And what are the experiences of distance students versus those that attend traditional courses Liam #edchatie

In reply to @LiamDGuilfoyle

LiamDGuilfoyle Oct 9 @ 3:57 PM EDT

The issue of value is a really complicated... personally I think that Initial Teacher Ed needs a University component. #edchatie

SeanOGraTek Oct 9 @ 3:57 PM EDT

For many of our students, time(2yrs) is as big a issue as fees. Blended on-line & distance teaching from Uni should be considered #edchatIE

CuffeL Oct 9 @ 3:57 PM EDT

Teachers as researchers appeals to academics who want the rest world to be like them. If it improves their teaching is an open Q? #edchatie

In reply to @languagesdude

bflemingauthor Oct 9 @ 3:57 PM EDT

Certainly for working class students the cost issue is a deterrent as is the Irish qaul for primary teacher training. #edchatie

LiamDGuilfoyle Oct 9 @ 3:53 PM EDT

The cost issues needs to be addressed or we risk perpetuating homogeneity in the teaching profession. #edchatie

muinteoirailbhe Oct 9 @ 3:57 PM EDT

Ailbhe, teaching in a Gaelscoil. Professional Master of Education. Feel the extended TP prepares for the reality of teaching #edchatie 1/2

In reply to @fboss

muinteoirailbhe Oct 9 @ 3:58 PM EDT

Yet, elements fundamental to job are completely untouched during training.Basics like literacy & maths programmes,role of parents #edchatie

In reply to @fboss

rob_kelly9 Oct 9 @ 3:59 PM EDT

Currently studying F/T 4Yr degree in PP teaching. We need both, college for theory aspect and School Placement is invaluable #edchatie

In reply to @fboss

johnmayo Oct 9 @ 3:59 PM EDT

#edchatie If we were to redesign ITT in Ireland, what would we change.My experience in ACPS has radically changed what we should be teaching

AshDonohoe Oct 9 @ 4:00 PM EDT

Some elements can only be learned through experience on the job! #edchatie

In reply to @muinteoirailbhe, @fboss

fboss Oct 9 @ 4:00 PM EDT

@johnmayo - got any links to ITT over there in the States? #edchatie

johnmayo Oct 9 @ 3:59 PM EDT

#edchatie If we were to redesign ITT in Ireland, what would we change.My experience in ACPS has radically changed what we should be teaching

LiamDGuilfoyle Oct 9 @ 4:00 PM EDT

I only have anecdotal evidence: someone who completed both a Uni-based BSc.Ed and then distance PME - the former was preferred #edchatie

In reply to @michellebreenUL

CuffeL Oct 9 @ 4:01 PM EDT

Throwing in another issue, what are completion rates like for teachers in either model? #edchatie

muinteoirailbhe Oct 9 @ 4:01 PM EDT

Sin an múnla anois ag MGO Col Phádraig.Allows to gain real life practice when available to sub regularly when not on TP. #edchatie

In reply to @SeanOGraTek

muinteoirailbhe Oct 9 @ 4:01 PM EDT

Agreed but for it to be completely absent isn't acceptable either?! #edchatie

In reply to @AshDonohoe, @fboss

johnmayo Oct 9 @ 4:02 PM EDT

#edchatie Curry School of education (UVA) is beside me I will ask @ADinwitty who is a student tchr in @AlbemarleHigh to share her experience

In reply to @fboss, @ADinwitty, @AlbemarleHigh

AshDonohoe Oct 9 @ 4:03 PM EDT

I don't know how colleges can be expected to account for ALL aspects of the job though. I get your point though. #edchatie

In reply to @muinteoirailbhe, @fboss

sandrinepk Oct 9 @ 4:03 PM EDT

Delighted to take part in the @atsirlanda Teachmeet next Saturday! I will present @EDpuzzle. Sold out event #edchatie #mflire

LiamDGuilfoyle Oct 9 @ 4:03 PM EDT

I don't believe so - need to come back and have space to question/think discuss then go back and try again #edchatie

In reply to @foleyfurniture, @RangOrlaith, @AshDonohoe, @j_loughlin, @fboss

hey_km Oct 9 @ 4:05 PM EDT

I trained in the States, too, but the that’s over a decade ago now! I feel like I had a much different experience. #edchatie

In reply to @fboss, @johnmayo

fboss Oct 9 @ 4:05 PM EDT

Past halfway mark in tonight's #edchatie discussion on “Teacher training -could it be in school training rather than a 2 year, €12k course?”

d14rmuid Oct 9 @ 4:05 PM EDT

#edchatie after studying the pro. dip in maths through distance learning & tutorials cant see why this wouldnt work in apprenticeship style

AshDonohoe Oct 9 @ 4:05 PM EDT

Agree! I think more is to be learned after you've gained experience, with more college time. #edchatie

In reply to @LiamDGuilfoyle, @foleyfurniture, @RangOrlaith, @j_loughlin, @fboss

LiamDGuilfoyle Oct 9 @ 4:05 PM EDT

They can't - a teacher can't be formed from one perspective or institution. "It takes a village" idea applies to teachers too #edchatie

In reply to @AshDonohoe, @muinteoirailbhe, @fboss

muinteoirailbhe Oct 9 @ 4:06 PM EDT

Of course, yet it does raise questions regarding how aware faculties are of realities in schools. #edchatie 1/2

In reply to @AshDonohoe, @fboss

muinteoirailbhe Oct 9 @ 4:07 PM EDT

That itself is a problem. Some institutions do cover these elements others don't. Balanced required. #edchatie

In reply to @AshDonohoe, @fboss

AshDonohoe Oct 9 @ 4:07 PM EDT

Certain courses are currently charging these fees and students are in schools 80% of the year... no reduction in costs! #edchatie

In reply to @j_loughlin, @LiamDGuilfoyle, @foleyfurniture, @RangOrlaith, @fboss

fboss Oct 9 @ 4:08 PM EDT

Do we need more communication between ITEs and schools? Does more communication = more support for teachers in training? #edchatie

In reply to @muinteoirailbhe, @AshDonohoe

LiamDGuilfoyle Oct 9 @ 4:08 PM EDT

The key bit is that there needs to be multiple inputs. Uni ITE is often said to be idealistic, and maybe it is sometimes but...#edchatie

In reply to @j_loughlin, @foleyfurniture, @RangOrlaith, @AshDonohoe, @fboss

foleyfurniture Oct 9 @ 4:08 PM EDT

Yes, shorter placements during the ITE programme followed by a supported paid placement (still as a student teacher). #edchatie

In reply to @LiamDGuilfoyle, @RangOrlaith, @AshDonohoe, @j_loughlin, @fboss

muinteoirailbhe Oct 9 @ 4:09 PM EDT

Haven't we reached that bridge...?! Teaching is no way reflective of society in 21st century Ireland. White, middle class. #edchatie

In reply to @LiamDGuilfoyle

CuffeL Oct 9 @ 4:09 PM EDT

Also training on the job allows teachers to find out if they can or want to teach sooner #edchatie

AshDonohoe Oct 9 @ 4:09 PM EDT

While at uni, a grp of us formed a group to support other student tchrs coming behind us with these queries. Great help to them! #edchatie

In reply to @muinteoirailbhe, @fboss

SeanOGraTek Oct 9 @ 4:09 PM EDT

‘Would we be happy with other professional practice practitioners learning on the job & no theory? ...doctors... nurses etc? #edchatIE

In reply to @d14rmuid

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muinteoirailbhe Oct 9 @ 4:10 PM EDT

Yes! Have serving teachers offer practical seminars in core areas more regularly. experience,combined with theory =best practice #edchatie

In reply to @fboss, @AshDonohoe

CuffeL Oct 9 @ 4:10 PM EDT

An interesting paper on evaluation of teacher ed programs here: https://t.co/H9XMyFdH4x #edchatie

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LiamDGuilfoyle Oct 9 @ 4:11 PM EDT

...we need these alternative ideas too. Many teachers say student teachers bring in some of the best ideas & learn from them #edchatie

In reply to @j_loughlin, @foleyfurniture, @RangOrlaith, @AshDonohoe, @fboss

fboss Oct 9 @ 4:12 PM EDT

Almost like a blood transfusion? #edchatie

In reply to @LiamDGuilfoyle, @j_loughlin, @foleyfurniture, @RangOrlaith, @AshDonohoe

AshDonohoe Oct 9 @ 4:12 PM EDT

Absolutely agree! Have two student tchrs in my dept at min - brill assets to have! #edchatie

In reply to @LiamDGuilfoyle, @j_loughlin, @foleyfurniture, @RangOrlaith, @fboss

catherinem23 Oct 9 @ 4:12 PM EDT

Schools are being asked to do more and more without funding. Provide funding for the schools who host students now #edchatie

In reply to @fboss

foleyfurniture Oct 9 @ 4:13 PM EDT

Agreed! You can only do so much prep in college, you have to stand in the classroom and actually teach! #edchatie

In reply to @CuffeL

muinteoirailbhe Oct 9 @ 4:13 PM EDT

I experienced educational "experts" who had less than 1-2year teaching experience before opting for ed research route. #edchatie

In reply to @fboss, @AshDonohoe

AshDonohoe Oct 9 @ 4:14 PM EDT

In my case, there was a lot to be learned from other student tchrs a year above me. Can't rely solely on either the school or uni! #edchatie

hey_km Oct 9 @ 4:15 PM EDT

More research is still needed! #edchatie https://t.co/WUSKAguvcn

In reply to @muinteoirailbhe, @LiamDGuilfoyle

foleyfurniture Oct 9 @ 4:16 PM EDT

Nothing like a good peer group! #edchatie

In reply to @AshDonohoe

AshDonohoe Oct 9 @ 4:16 PM EDT

Very costly route if you decide you don't! #edchatie

In reply to @CuffeL

MajellaDempsey Oct 9 @ 4:18 PM EDT

#edchatie the cost and ‘privilege’ to study for two years is certainly preventing some joining the profession.

hey_km Oct 9 @ 4:15 PM EDT

More research is still needed! #edchatie https://t.co/WUSKAguvcn
In reply to @muinteoirailbhe, @LiamDGuilfoyle

AshDonohoe Oct 9 @ 4:18 PM EDT

Absolutely! We're all going through the same thing. More empathy. Established tchrs tend to forget the initial tchr ed process. #edchatie

In reply to @foleyfurniture

CuffeL Oct 9 @ 4:19 PM EDT

So get them into the classroom at the first oppertunity, so they can bail early if not suited. #edchatie

In reply to @AshDonohoe

Sullyincork Oct 9 @ 4:19 PM EDT

“@istone_irene: Many in industry would like to teach.why give up salary to spend 2 further years training? #edchatie #dld_ucd” I agree

In reply to @istone_irene

LiamDGuilfoyle Oct 9 @ 4:19 PM EDT

Whatever the metaphor, there needs to be competing voices to fuel discussion/progress. Experiencing more than the status quo helps #edchatie

In reply to @fboss, @j_loughlin, @foleyfurniture, @RangOrlaith, @AshDonohoe

foleyfurniture Oct 9 @ 4:20 PM EDT

Absolutely, some postgrads will try to get experience in a school before committing to a PME course. Helps make up their minds. #edchatie

In reply to @AshDonohoe, @CuffeL

AshDonohoe Oct 9 @ 4:20 PM EDT

Not the route i took so can only go by what others say... they think its dragged out over 2 yrs. #edchatie

In reply to @j_loughlin, @LiamDGuilfoyle, @foleyfurniture, @RangOrlaith, @fboss

fboss Oct 9 @ 4:20 PM EDT

I agree with that - it was some time ago I was in initial teaacher ed. #edchatie

In reply to @AshDonohoe, @foleyfurniture

FoleyKev Oct 9 @ 4:20 PM EDT

Student teachers bring new ideas and enthusiasm to schools.We can learn from them.#edchatie

MajellaDempsey Oct 9 @ 4:20 PM EDT

We couldn’t do what we do without cooperating teachers and schools @MU_Education very generous wt their time & expertise #edchatie

LiamDGuilfoyle Oct 9 @ 4:22 PM EDT

I am not yet convinced- though not saying I cannot be. Speaking to people running PGCE courses: common issue is lack of time #edchatie

In reply to @j_loughlin, @foleyfurniture, @RangOrlaith, @AshDonohoe, @fboss

foleyfurniture Oct 9 @ 4:23 PM EDT

As an observer, yes. To teach, maybe not. I've seen undergrads grow into fabulous teachers with time. #edchatie

In reply to @CuffeL, @AshDonohoe

LiamDGuilfoyle Oct 9 @ 4:24 PM EDT

The question becomes "what should (student) teachers know?" - and if that is limited then it needs less time, I suppose. #edchatie

In reply to @j_loughlin, @foleyfurniture, @RangOrlaith, @AshDonohoe, @fboss

istone_irene Oct 9 @ 4:25 PM EDT

Idea?1Year in college theory and practice? 1/2yrs in school earning money&experience? Commitment to complete PME within 3years? #edchatie

fboss Oct 9 @ 4:25 PM EDT

We're into the famous final five minutes of tonight's #edchatie discussion. Any last thoughts, ideas and/or solutions?

EllenKMetcalf Oct 9 @ 4:25 PM EDT

Yes, it's a major disincentive. Career-changers bring diversity and expertise to any staff; it's encouraging them we should be #edchatie

In reply to @Sullyincork, @istone_irene

MajellaDempsey Oct 9 @ 4:26 PM EDT

We find mature students bing a richness to our courses and they should be supported in entering the profession #edchatie need diversity

LiamDGuilfoyle Oct 9 @ 4:26 PM EDT

But I suppose my beliefs would be that there is a lot a teacher needs to know because the role of a teacher is so broad #edchatie.

In reply to @j_loughlin, @foleyfurniture, @RangOrlaith, @AshDonohoe, @fboss

hey_km Oct 9 @ 4:28 PM EDT

In the States we observed/“participated” straight away. Two dear friends of mine bailed and went on to other rewarding careers. #edchatie

In reply to @CuffeL, @AshDonohoe

LiamDGuilfoyle Oct 9 @ 4:28 PM EDT

And so the rabit hole begins, because now we are back at the question of "what is the role a teacher & the purpose of education?" #edchatie

In reply to @j_loughlin, @foleyfurniture, @RangOrlaith, @AshDonohoe, @fboss

AshDonohoe Oct 9 @ 4:28 PM EDT

So broad that it is learned over a number of yrs in teaching role. Really shouldn't tchrs be coming out wt gd methodologies, 1/2 #edchatie

In reply to @LiamDGuilfoyle, @j_loughlin, @foleyfurniture, @RangOrlaith, @fboss

j_loughlin Oct 9 @ 4:29 PM EDT

Another factor to take into account is most of what tchrs needs to know (apart frm subject knowledge!) is learned on the job! #edchatie

In reply to @LiamDGuilfoyle, @foleyfurniture, @RangOrlaith, @AshDonohoe, @fboss

MajellaDempsey Oct 9 @ 4:29 PM EDT

#edchatie teaching is an incredibly complex, demanding and fulfilling profession and as such needs mix of theory and practice

LiamDGuilfoyle Oct 9 @ 4:26 PM EDT

But I suppose my beliefs would be that there is a lot a teacher needs to know because the role of a teacher is so broad #edchatie.
In reply to @j_loughlin, @foleyfurniture, @RangOrlaith, @AshDonohoe, @fboss

fboss Oct 9 @ 4:29 PM EDT

Next week sees an #edchatie special for Mathsweek 2017. See what happened last year -> https://t.co/ACMf9kwpCr @mathsweek