PPLI Annual Report 2022 - Flipbook - Page 21
Collaboration with Initial Teacher Education (ITE) Providers
Action 1.C.1
1.C.11
3 ITE Providers
Overview:
PPLI has worked on collaborating with Initial Teacher Education (ITE) providers and with students preparing to
become language teachers.
Main aims:
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Raise awareness of the work and supports provided by PPLI amongst pre-service teachers
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Make resources and supports for best practice and Continuing Professional Development readily
accessible
Activity:
Throughout 2022 PPLI provided guest lectures and training sessions to a range of students:
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Maynooth University, first year PME students: Overview of programs of ITE
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Dublin City University, fourth year Bachelor of Education in Language students:
Languages Connect strategy and career development for language teachers
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Trinity College Dublin first year PME students: DigiTech in Language Education
Impact:
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Increased awareness and understanding of the specific methodologies and resources for teaching and
learning
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Links established for future language teachers and forums for future collaboration shared
Next Steps:
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Engage with ITE providers
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Encourage pre-service teachers to join their local Communities of Practice
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