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About this event: The focus of this online session is on supporting the assessor working in a further education and training environment, where the assessor is required to develop local assessment instruments and related documentation. The following topics will be covered: An overview of the assessment process, including key milestones Ensuring an understanding of the standard associated with levels 1 – 6 of the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) The role of the assessor in the assessment process The target audience for this session is: those assessing learners for the first time, using locally devised assessment instruments. A link to this online session will be emailed in advance. Register here [1].

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[1] https://fess.ie/an-introduction-to-locally-devised-assessment-22-september-2026/individual-registration

About this event: This webinar has been designed to respond to the theme of Building Digital Competence which is our focus here in the PL&D hub for September. It responds to the Pillar of Future-Ready Knowledge and Skills in the new SOLAS Creating Futures FET Strategy 2026-2030. Technology possibilities are everywhere. Within these technologies, tools, and devices, the presence of Assistive Technology offers us choice. In the session, we will explore the learner journey and the types of challenges that arise from their assignments. Matching Assistive Technology to their challenges and providing context for Assistive Technology can facilitate the adoption of technology as a support. By the end of the session, we will identify the types of Assistive Technology, how they can be used, and how we can advance awareness of Assistive Technology. Bring curiosity and questions to the session as we navigate this technology space. Please register here [1].

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[1] https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a73add86-a804-417e-bb33-6bc5cc568af5@f5366bb4-0485-4544-8baa-c80ddc368234/registration

ABOUT THIS EVENT:

This event will cover recent developments in generative AI, associated technology and its impact specifically on education. It will also examine and summarise best practice as determined by many recently published national and international policy documents. The role of AI as a digital tool to assist educators will also be covered, with specific emphasis on specialist tools beyond chat GPT. The ways in which generative AI can assist and support learners will be outlined and demonstrated using a variety of sophisticated tools. Areas such as academic integrity and assessment design will also be highlighted along with specific advice for the use and integration of generative AI into every day educational tasks.

TARGET AUDIENCE: Those in teaching roles in FET, those in management and senior management, staff with responsibility for QA.

FACILITATION: Professor Jim O Mahony

Professor Jim O’Mahony is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Biological Sciences at Munster Technological University (MTU) since 2005. In addition, Jim is the AI Lead for the Teaching and Learning Unit, MTU Cork and Co-Chair of MTU’s Working Group on Generative Artificial Intelligence. He serves as a member of the National Advisory Group on Generative AI for the National Forum for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, contributing to the strategic development of AI integration in Irish higher education and works with the National Association of Principals and Deputy Principals (NAPD) to support school management teams in their work. A passionate advocate for innovation in AI in education, Jim specialises in making AI tools more accessible to educators and demonstrating their practical applications in enhancing student learning experiences. His expertise spans a range of AI platforms beyond Chat GPT and he is dedicated to exploring how technology can transform education while keeping the work we do as teachers very much human focused. Jim produces the popular LinkedIn newsletter AI Simplified – for Educators sharing the latest tools, tips, and Gen AI platforms to help educators work better and smarter.

Please register here [1].

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[1] https://fess.ie/gen-ai-challenges-and-opportunities-in-education-september-2026/individual-registration

ABOUT THIS EVENT:

This webinar has been designed to respond to the theme of Building Digital Competence. which is our focus here in the PL&D hub for September. It responds to the Pillar of Future-Ready Knowledge and Skills in the SOLAS Creating Futures FET Strategy 2026-2030. This webinar will cover the cybersecurity risks facing further education and how we as educators, leaders and learners can become resilient in a time of increasing threats. We will look at recent events in the Irish Education sector, how AI is adding more risks and how it can be used to tackle them.

Please register here [1].

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[1] https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/08b6bd8f-1402-4517-b461-0d646ce7d27b@f5366bb4-0485-4544-8baa-c80ddc368234/registration

ABOUT THIS EVENT:

The focus of this online session is on supporting the assessor working in a further education and training environment, where the assessor is required to devise local assessment briefs (NFQ levels 1 to 6) and examination papers (NFQ levels 4 to 6). 

TARGET AUDIENCE: those assessing learners for the first time, using locally devised assessment instruments.

A link to this online session will be emailed in advance. 

Please register here [1].

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[1] https://fess.ie/devising-assessment-briefs-and-examination-questions-29-september-2026/individual-registration

ABOUT THE EVENT:

Microsoft 365 is an essential part of the City of Dublin FET College digital environment. This practical session will introduce you to the key Microsoft 365 tools available through your college account and show you how they can support your learning, teaching and day to day work.

We will look at how to access and install Microsoft 365 apps, organise and manage your files, collaborate with others, and make use of useful accessibility and productivity features.

WHAT WE WILL COVER

* Accessing your Microsoft 365 account
* Installing Microsoft 365 apps on your own device
* Desktop apps and web apps
* OneDrive and SharePoint
* Outlook, Teams and OneNote
* Microsoft Edge and useful features
* Accessibility tools including Immersive Reader, Dictation, Read Aloud and Live Captions
* Tips for staying organised and working effectively

Please register here [1].

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[1] https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/769039e8-1e33-4950-a925-bfeade3f5ead@21e59550-f664-424e-9d88-c5d48edaaa23/registration

ABOUT THIS EVENT:

The focus of this online session is on devising marking schemes and outline solutions, as part of local assessment, at NFQ levels 4 – 6, for both assessment briefs and examination papers.

TARGET AUDIENCE: those assessing learners for the first time, using local assessment.

A link to this online session will be emailed in advance. 

Please register here [1].

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[1] https://fess.ie/devising-marking-schemes-6-october-2026/individual-registration