It is important when working with young people that they read at a level that is called proficiency level (at a 95% accuracy level).

It monitors precisely learners’ progress in acquiring sight vocabulary. It is about building a sight-vocabulary using a visual method. This is learning to read words by looking at them and remembering them, rather than sounding them out.

SNIP is a resource pack aimed at increasing the reading ages of pupils with reading ages of 10+.

It includes curriculum words and words that often contribute to reading hesitation.

A cross-aged peer tutoring approach, in that the tutor (helper) would normally be at least two years older than the tutee (learner). Can be run in mainstream Post Primary schools, or in a special class setting. Schools are encouraged to select young people with literacy difficulties to participate in the scheme both as helper and learner.

Designed to show quick and measurable improvements in reading and spelling for young people with literacy difficulties.

• Target Audience: Suitable for young people aged 8+ with standardized literacy scores of 80 or less.

• Focus: Uses primary high frequency words (HFW) grouped by visual differences to aid recognition and fluency.

• Analytic Phonics: Emphasizes the makeup of words to address gaps in phonics knowledge.

Literacy Lift-Off (LLO) is based on the Reading Recovery programme developed by (PDST).

LLO is a within class programme, where SET Teachers join the class-teacher and establish ‘station teaching’ or teaching in small groups. Young people spend approximately 10-12 minutes/station, working on core skills, typically; familiar reading, letter/ word work, writing, and reading of ‘new’ (unfamiliar) texts. Schools organise for a block of Literacy Lift-Off to be delivered to students, 40-50 mins/day, 4 to 5 days/week, for a period of 8 to 12 weeks.

Adaptive PE is the term for a Physical Education program that has been tailored for a student with differing abilities from her peers. It uses alternative forms of common activities, and alternate equipment, as well as strategies for including the student with physical disabilities to the fullest of his/ her abilities.  As well as developing physical skills, PE teaches children intellectual skills, helps them navigate complex social situations, nurtures their emotional development and it is more FUN. This program is developed as part of an IEP (Individualized Education Program) and every child has a legal right to PE class and Federal Law states that all children, regardless of handicap & condition, are entitled to free and appropriate education.

It focuses on seven genres, this list is not exhaustive. Appropriate assessment tools are suggested, along with a variety of practical activities. In maths class for example, students will be encouraged to use the language of maths and the structure of procedural writing to explain how they have solved a problem. In this way, writing becomes a pathway to learning.

• Oral language development

• Methodologies that support speaking and listening.

• Methodologies that support reading.

• Spelling.

• Explicit vocabulary instruction.

• Vocabulary strategies.

• Writing Supports

• Keyword journals

• Graphic Organisers

They facilitate the learning process by providing a scaffold for the development of ideas and the construction of knowledge.

They can all be used at the various stages of the learning process:

• Pre - teaching

• Introducing a topic

• Teaching a topic

• Independent Learning

• Study and revision

• Preparing answers to examination questions.

Visual, auditory and kinaesthetic learners all benefit from using the organisers.

• KWL Charts

• Writing Checklists

• Bloom’s Taxonomy / Prompt Questions

• Writing Frames

• Keywords

• Semantic Mapping

• Dictionary / Thesaurus

• Digital tools: Padlet, etc.

They facilitate the learning process by providing a scaffold for the development of ideas and the construction of knowledge.

They can all be used at the various stages of the learning process:

• Pre - teaching

• Introducing a topic

• Teaching a topic

• Independent Learning

• Study and revision

• Preparing answers to examination questions.

Visual, auditory and kinaesthetic learners all benefit from using the organisers.

They facilitate the learning process by providing a scaffold for the development of ideas and the construction of knowledge.

They can all be used at the various stages of the learning process:

• Pre - teaching

• Introducing a topic

• Teaching a topic

• Independent Learning

• Study and revision

• Preparing answers to examination questions.

Visual, auditory and kinaesthetic learners all benefit from using the organisers.

K- Know

• What I Know: Students list what they already know about a topic before starting the lesson.

  
  

W- Want to Know

• What I Want to Know: Students write down questions or what they want to learn about the topic during the lesson.

L- Learned

• What I Learned: After completing the lesson, students summarize what they have learned.

Purpose

• Activate Prior Knowledge: Helps students recall what they already know.

• Set Learning Goals: Encourages curiosity and sets a purpose for learning.

• Reflect on Learning: Allows students to synthesize and reflect on new information.

Usage

• Subjects: Can be used across various subjects like reading, science, social studies, etc.

• Group or Individual: Suitable for whole group, small group, or individual activities.

Aims to help students manage their behaviour and reactions to various situations.

F- Feeling Worried

R- Relax and feel good.

I – I can do it.

E- Explore solutions and coping step plans, N- Now reward yourself,

D – Don’t forget to practice and

S- Stay cool!

There are three components in ‘FRIENDS’ based on CBT principles;

(1) Learning/ Behaviour,

(2) Cognitive and

(3) Physiological.

The Learning/Behaviour component involves helping young people to problem solve, use coping skills, expose themselves gradually to feared situations, reward themselves for brave behaviour and identify positive role models and support networks.

The Cognitive component

involves helping children and adolescents to use positive self talk (green thoughts), challenge negative self-talk (red thoughts), evaluate themselves realistically and reward themselves.

The Physiological component

involves teaching young people to be aware of their body clues to use relaxation techniques and to self-regulate.

1. Personalized Reading Goals: Students set individual reading goals based on their reading levels and interests, which helps keep them motivated and focused.

2. Quizzes and Assessments: After reading a book, students take quizzes to assess their comprehension. These quizzes help teachers track progress and provide feedback.

3. Wide Selection of Books: The program offers over 220,000 book choices, allowing students to select titles that interest them.

4. Progress Reports: Detailed reports give insights into students' reading habits and progress, helping teachers and parents support their learning.

5. Engagement and Motivation: By celebrating reading achievements and providing tailored recommendations, AR helps create a culture of reading.

The platform includes instructional videos, practice exercises, and personalized learning dashboards to help students learn at their own pace.

One of the unique features of Khan Academy is its integration of Khanmigo, a tutor powered by GPT-4, which enhances the learning experience by providing personalized support.

The site includes webinars, articles, and community support to foster the development and well-being of gifted children.

Studyclix helps students prepare for their Junior Certificate (JC) and Leaving Certificate (LC) exams by providing a wide range of study resources. These include:

• Past exam papers organized by topic.

• Marking schemes to understand how answers are graded.

• Notes and guides to help with revision.

• Quizzes, flashcards, and videos to make learning interactive and engaging.

Read & Write Gold is a versatile literacy support tool designed to assist individuals with reading, writing, and comprehension tasks.

• Text-to-Speech: Reads text aloud, helping users understand written content.

• Translation: Offers translation capabilities to support multilingual users.

• Writing Assistance: Provides tools to improve writing skills, including grammar and spell check [2].

You can download and install Read & Write Gold on both Windows and Mac devices.

A tool that allows you make visual, text-based or audio maps as you choose. This allows you to pull in video clips and audio files and so appeals to different types of learners.

• Visual Mapping: Create diagrams, concept maps, and mind maps to organize thoughts visually.

• Text-Based Outlines: Switch between visual and outline views to support structured thinking.

• Multimedia Integration: Add video clips, audio files, and images, making it ideal for auditory and visual learners.

• Customizable Templates: Useful for brainstorming, planning essays, or organizing projects.

• Cross-Curricular Use: Supports subjects like English, science, history, and more.

It’s especially useful for students with dyslexia, ADHD, or those who benefit from multi-modal learning.

Audio Notetaker by Sonocent – Key Features:

• Record and Annotate: Captures class recordings and add notes, images, and slides alongside the audio.

• Color-Coding: Highlight key parts of the audio with colour for easy navigation and review.

• Visual Layout: Audio is displayed as coloured bars, making it easier to scan and organize than traditional waveforms.

• Import Slides and Images: Sync visual materials with audio for richer context.

• Export Options: Create summaries or study guides from your notes.

The platform includes instructional videos, practice exercises, and personalized learning dashboards to help students learn at their own pace.

One of the unique features of Khan Academy is its integration of Khanmigo, a tutor powered by GPT-4, which enhances the learning experience by providing personalized support.

Behaviour training that empowers SLT sand school staff to create safe and respectful environments.

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Lifelong Guidance Services

This interactive map aims to increase the visibility and awareness of lifelong guidance, employment and career advisory services across Ireland.

Filter by service category, public accessibility, mode of delivery, and more to connect with guidance services nationwide.