Ireland Cultural Project by Katherine Landis https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485 EDUC-565 en-us 2019-04-28 00:57:47 UTC 2023-04-18 06:44:46 UTC hello@padlet.com Educational Beliefs katherinelandis2016 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355125645 Education has always been a priority and highly valued in this culture. Prior to the establishment of a national system of primary education in 1831, there was already in existence a vast network of schools. 

Education is now regarded as a central plank in the economic, social, and cultural development of Irish society. 

Governments and social partners view it as strategically interlinked with national planning.

There is also a high level of public interest in educational issues, which has been further developed by the consultative approach adopted by the Government in the formulation of educational policy. ]]> 2019-04-29 17:28:23 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355125645 Beliefs and Values katherinelandis2016 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355126526 Ireland does not have an official state religion. The Irish Constitution allows individual's the right and freedom to profess and practice a religion of their choice. 

With this being said, the Catholic Church and the Irish state have a longstanding historical, cultural, and political connection.

Most of the population identifies as Christian, with 84.7% affiliating with Catholicism, 2.7% identify with the Church of Ireland, 2.7% identify with some other branch of Christianity, 1.1% identify as Muslim, and 1.7% did not specify their religion affiliation. ]]> 2019-04-29 17:30:10 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355126526 Practices and Traditions katherinelandis2016 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355126613 Dates of Significance:
New Year's Day (1st of Jan.)
St. Patrick's Day (17th of Mar.)
Good Friday (Varies)
Easter (Varies)
May Day (2nd of May)
June Bank Holiday (6th of June)
August Bank Holiday (1st of August)
October Bank Holiday (31st of October)
Christmas Day (25th of Dec.)
St. Stephen's Day (26th of Dec.)
New Year's Eve (31st of Dec.)]]> 2019-04-29 17:30:20 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355126613 Artifacts and Symbols katherinelandis2016 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355126731 The Irish Flag:
Consisting of three stripes, green for the Catholic population, white for harmony and unity, and orange for the Irish Protestants. This was the symbol of hope and peace and was adopted by the Irish Republic during the Irish War of Independence (1919-1921).

The Irish Harp:
It is a traditional symbol of Ireland. This reflects the immortality of the soul and is one of the more popular instruments.

The Claddagh Ring:
Originated for the Irish village of Claddagh, is traditionally given to represent love, the heart, loyalty, the crown, and friendship, the hands. ]]> 2019-04-29 17:30:33 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355126731 Educational System: Overview katherinelandis2016 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355138081 Education in Ireland
Education is required for children in Ireland from the ages of six to sixteen or until students have completed three years of second-level education.

The Irish education system is made up of:
State-funded education is available at all levels, unless you choose to send your child to a private institution.
]]> 2019-04-29 17:51:34 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355138081 Educational System: Primary School katherinelandis2016 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355262089 Children do not have to attend school until the age of 6. Some children can attend school in September once 4 years of age.

The primary school curriculum is child-centered. 

Though primary schools are generally privately own by religious communities or boards of governors, the schools are still funded by the state.]]> 2019-04-30 01:37:31 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355262089 Educational System: Preschool and Special Ed katherinelandis2016 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355262480 Preschool education is provided by privately funded childcare facilities or providers.
The Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) Scheme provides free early childhood care and education for children of this age. 

While other preschool initiatives are funded by the Department of Education and Skills for being focused primarily on children at risk.

Special Education can range from additional support in schools to specialist support in specialized schools.]]> 2019-04-30 01:39:35 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355262480 Educational System: Secondary School katherinelandis2016 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355264076 Secondary-level education is three different types of post-primary schools that generally starts at the age of 12.

This will consist of a 3-year junior cycle followed by a 2-year or 3-year senior cycle. 
(This can be depending on if the child takes an optional transition year following the Junior Certificate examination.)
The transition year allows students to experience a wide range of educational inputs and work experience free from formal examinations. 

During their senior cycle, students will take one of the 3 programs, leading to a State examination-Leaving Certificate, Certification Vocational Program, or the Leaving Certificate Applied. ]]> 2019-04-30 01:48:51 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355264076 Educational System: Secondary School Cont. katherinelandis2016 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355265498 Leaving Certificate: the main basis which places in universities, institutes of technology, and colleges of education are allocated.

Leaving Certificate Vocational: placing a concentration on technical subjects and including modules which have vocational focus. 

Leaving Certificate Applied: preparation of participants for adult and working life through relevant learning experiences.]]> 2019-04-30 01:56:26 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355265498 Educational System: Third-Level Education katherinelandis2016 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355266339 This is made up of the university sector, the technological sector, and the colleges of education, which are funded by the state. These would be your bachelors, masters, and doctorate degree level schoolings. 

The technological sectors includes technological universities and institutes of technology. 

The colleges of education train for the primary school teachers. ]]> 2019-04-30 02:00:22 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355266339 Timeline of Irish Art katherinelandis2016 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355268509 2019-04-30 02:10:14 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355268509 Artifacts and Symbols Cont. katherinelandis2016 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355272103 Celtic Cross:
This is a combination of the traditional Christian cross with a ring, which is a symbol of energy/life, surrounding the intersections.

Celtic Tree of Life:
Though there are many tree symbols, each tree species represented a different meaning.
For example, ash represents connection, wisdom, and surrender; willow signifies imagination, intuition, and vision; and oak is for strength, stability, and nobility. 

The Trinity Knot:
This could represent promises to a relationship; symbolize unity and trinity of soul, heart, and mind; or three distinct interlocked levels of physical, mental, and spiritual self. ]]> 2019-04-30 02:26:01 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355272103 Artifacts and Symbols katherinelandis2016 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355273502 The Triskelion:
This is similar to the idea of the Trinity as the triskel stands for unity of the physical, mental, and spiritual. The Triskelion can also symbolize eternal life, the flow of nature, and spiritual growth. 

Brigid's Cross:
This is a small cross usually from rushes, with four arms at tied at the ends and woven square in the middle. Brigid's cross is associated with the patron saint of Ireland and they were set over doorways and windows to protect the home from any kind of harm. ]]> 2019-04-30 02:31:38 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355273502 Educational System In Ireland katherinelandis2016 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355278997 The picture below represents the different level of schooling in Ireland. On the left shows the typical age of completion of that level and the arrow represent the different pathways a student could choose when deciding what path they want to follow to contribute to as a future member of society in Ireland. ]]> 2019-04-30 02:58:46 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355278997 Colcannon ewest701 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355669404 Colcannon is a potato and cabbage dish.]]> 2019-05-01 00:54:29 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355669404 Barmbrack Bread ewest701 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355669744 A sweet bread made with raisins.]]> 2019-05-01 00:57:02 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355669744 Yellowman Candy ewest701 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355670044 A very hard sugar candy.]]> 2019-05-01 00:59:06 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355670044 Boxty ewest701 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355670154 Potato pancakes made from both mashed and shredded potatoes.]]> 2019-05-01 00:59:57 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355670154 Inis Mór ewest701 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355670301 A popular island off the Irish coast.]]> 2019-05-01 01:00:57 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355670301 The Blarney Stone ewest701 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355670442 Climb a castle and lean upside-down to kiss it and you will receive the gift of gab!]]> 2019-05-01 01:01:52 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355670442 The Book of Kells ewest701 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355670546 Beautiful, hand-written copy of the Gospels that's over a thousand years old.]]> 2019-05-01 01:02:40 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355670546 Hill of Tara ewest701 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355670786 Sacred site associated with Irish kings.]]> 2019-05-01 01:04:29 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355670786 Cliffs of Moher ewest701 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355671014 Most popular tourist attraction in Ireland.]]> 2019-05-01 01:05:42 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355671014 Traditional Irish Music https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355672085 Altan is a popular Irish traditional band.]]> 2019-05-01 01:14:02 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355672085 Dance an Irish Jig ewest701 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355672136 One famous Irish dance step is the jig.]]> 2019-05-01 01:14:26 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355672136 Gaeilge ewest701 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355672703 Is i an Ghaeilge an teanga is aille ar domhan.]]> 2019-05-01 01:18:30 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355672703 English Learner Policy https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355673562 Recommendations for teaching English learners in Ireland.]]> 2019-05-01 01:25:12 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355673562 Behavior Management https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355674146 Irish policies on classroom management.]]> 2019-05-01 01:28:51 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355674146 Student-Teacher Interaction https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355674304 Novel ideas to make relationships in the classroom stronger and more supportive of learning.]]> 2019-05-01 01:30:25 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355674304 Ireland Cultural Project ewest701 https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355675493 2019-05-01 01:39:25 UTC https://padlet.com/katherinelandis2016/bkc0tmntn485/wish/355675493