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The
Minister for Education and Science decided to introduce
a third year into the Senior Cycle of second level
schools commencing in September, 1994. This meant that
all third year students were entitled to spend three
further years of study in school before completing their
Leaving Certificate.
The three years consist of a Transition Year followed by
a two year Leaving Certificate programme. The Transition
Year provided a bridge to help students take greater
responsibility for their own learning, decision making
and problem solving.
The Transition year is a one year education programme
available to all students who have completed their
Junior Certificate. It is a broadly based programme and
includes traditional academic and technological subjects
as well as career guidance, personal and social
development, project work and work experience.
Young people in Ireland leave school at a much younger
age than their European peers. The Transition Year
provides the opportunity for these young people to
remain in school and to mature. They acquire the
necessary knowledge, skills and techniques to become
better and more confident students with greater
possibilities of achieving their aims in life.
During the Transition Year we would hope to see our
students become better equipped and motivated for their
responsibilities in school and for their
responsibilities in their future lives.
Kay Browne
Transition Year Co-ordinator
Michael J. Daly
Príomhoide
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Main Advantages of Transition Year |
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In order to maximise the benefits of the Transition Year
the programme will be subject /theme based with students
as far as possible sampling their Leaving Certificate
Subjects throughout the Programme.
The Transition Year timetable will include Subject
areas, such as:-
Compulsory Non-Subject centred areas will also be
included such as:-
I.C.T. / FETAC Computer
Applications
Physical Education
Religious Education / Studies
Career Guidance / Counselling
Social, Personal and Health
Education
Music, Speech & Drama
Environmental Studies
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Gaeilge/Cultural
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Aim—To develop a love of the Irish language and an
appreciation for Irish Culture.
Objective—Through encouraging our aim that students
would be better prepared for and appreciation of all
that is Irish and be more prepared for Leaving
Certificate Gaeilge Programme.
Encourage work in the following areas throughout
Transition Year
Cluastuiscint—tape work
Bealtriail—oral work. Aim for Fáinne.
Nuacht—listening to and providing news “as Gaeilge”.
Advertising—encourage development of ‘fograi’ notices as
gaeilge. Dual signposting syndrome.
Irish Week—plan activities for and around March 17th
Seachtain na Gaeilge.
Cultural Activities—e.g. Irish Dancing / See play by
Irish Playwright. Have Irish Poet to school etc………
Sport—hurling and football / Gaelic Games.
Encourage Debates on ‘Irish Issues’ e.g. sport / Croke
Park being used for other sports etc……. In English and
‘As Gaeilge’.
Have trip to Gaeltacht area.
Work on Modules of e.g. Essay/Aiste,
Letter/Litir, Comprehension/T. Tuisceanna, Nuachtain/Newspaper.
Assessment Modes:
Projects
Written Examinations.
Aural / Oral Examinations.
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English/Communications |
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Aim—To develop a love for reading and writing and
becoming critically aware of all forms of communication.
Objective—That students develop the ability to assess
objectively to good, bad and indifferent in all forms of
communication be it literature, advertising, media
etc……..
That they be able to become effective communicators
themselves.
Encourage work in the following areas throughout
Transition Year
Analysis of news reports e.g. Newspapers, / T.V. News,
etc.
Making their own reports e.g. Transition Year activities
for publication(s).
Develop / practice at fax, e-mail, etc.
Creative writing e.g. poetry /short story / drama.
Encourage debating / public speaking. Enter
competitions. Video tape in-house activities.
Production of school magazine.
Use library—Read / Book Reviews / have Authors / Poets
in etc.
Field Trip—to Theatre / R.T.E., etc.
Work on some module(s) of Leaving Certificate Programme
e.g. Essays, Functional Writing, Media Studies.
“Communications Week” - Encourage various activities
around readathon and World Book Day (October/March).
Assessment—Projects, Written Examinations.
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Mathematics |
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The Transition Year Programme
contains mathematics as one of its essential subjects.
At present students are following a Mathematical Module
devised by Mary O’Connor, C.I.T. Carlow, specifically
for use with Transition Year. The module endeavours to
clarify mathematical techniques which are problematic to
students e.g. Algebra, Calculation, Trig. Difficulties
with basic mathematical techniques hinder a students
progress not only in mathematics but in any
mathematically based subject. A thorough understanding
of fundamental mathematical principles e.g. mathematical
functions, is a paramount importance for any student
embarking on a technology based career be it in any form
of science, engineering or a career in business studies.
Transition Year affords an ideal opportunity to
strengthen basic mathematical skills e.g. factorising,
solving equations, estimation. It also provides time to
let students become aware of the practical applications
of mathematics e.g. showing how mathematical equations
have a use in Physics, Business and Electronics.
Assessment - Written Examinations. Continuous
assessment—class work.
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French/European
Studies |
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The French Programme includes a module on European
Studies with a large focus on EU enlargement. Projects
will be done on new EU Member States. Coláiste Eoin is
twinned with other schools in the EU and an exchange is
planned from 2005 onwards.
Course Work—will consist of Aural, Reading, Writing and
Oral.
The programme will also include French Plays and Firms.
Assessment—Projects, Written / Aural / Oral
Examinations.
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Biology |
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Those taking Biology will concentrate on areas such
as—environmental studies, first aid and project work.
First Aid—classes will show how to deal with accidents
in an emergency situation, dressings and bandages used,
resuscitation. Injuries to bones and muscles will also
be dealt with. Project work will be based on ecology
field trips and experiments in Biology e.g.
Grassland/Hedgerow Study, Food Analysis and Microscopy.
These will seek to explore some of the contemporary
issues in Biology/Ecology and develop more advanced
skills in dealing with science apparatus.
Assessment—Folder. Portfolio of relevant material.
Assignments / Projects completed / Written / Oral /
Practical on First Aid.
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Business Studies |
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Starting a Business
Sources of ideas
SW (C) OT—Decision Making |
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Enterprising Characteristics and Skills |
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Business Plan
SMART |
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Management
Skills / Leading / Motivating and Communicating
Activities / Planning / Organising and
Controlling |
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Marketing 4 x P’s Product Service, Price, Place,
Promotion (4) |
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Human Resource Management (HRM)
Functions
Teamwork |
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Finance
Sources and Applications
Short, medium and long
Time, type and application |
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Communications
Types and Barriers
Reports, letters, memoranda |
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Business Law
Contract—elements
Sale of Good and Supply of Services Act 1980
Employment Equality Act 1998 |
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Young Entrepreneur Scheme (YES)
Business Reports for Enterprises |
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Assessment
Folder / Portfolio of relevant material
Assignments / projects completed. YES Business
Reports (3)
Written Examination |
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Home Economics |
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Home Economics is an integrated subject, that is made up
of separate parts that overlap at times. It also
integrates other subjects e.g. Science, Geography,
Technology and Art.
Home Economics is also a practical subject and it is
this element which will be incorporated in the
transition year. The course content will be based on
developing the food and catering aspect and also the
interior design aspect to the topic.
CATERING CONTENTS
Nutrients and their functions. Planning the diet for a
healthier lifestyle. The science of food and the
practical aspect of preparing food—Soups, Starters,
Meat, Fish, Eggs, Cheese, Milk, Fruit, Vegetables,
Desserts, Simple Baking and Advanced Baking.
Cooking Methods
Personal Hygiene
Kitchen and Food.
A mini enterprise will also be set up in liaison with
Business Studies. The idea is to set up a small catering
business to cater for the school tuck shop and the
special events e.g. Christmas, Easter, Valentines Day,
etc.
The second half of the course will develop the Interior
Design and Fashion aspect of the course. The following
are a list of options available for students to do.
COURSE CONTENT
Jewellery making using fimo and stones; Curtains,
Cushion covers; Wall hangings; Rag dolls, Seat pads;
Make up of garments which have been dyed in art class
e.g. Screen printing, silk painting, tie dyeing, batik.
Use of commercial patterns; Simple tailoring.
Students can redecorate aspects and rooms of their own
homes using techniques learned in class. It is hoped at
the end of the Transition Year students will have a good
knowledge of catering and design.
ASSESSMENT
Assignments, Projects, Written Examinations,
Mini-Companies (County Enterprise Board).
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Construction Studies/
Woodcraft |
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CAD: Introduction to AutoCAD Package.
CNC: Introduction to CNC machining on Router.
Timber: Types, properties and uses of hardwoods,
softwoods and manufactured boards.
Tools: Use and maintenance of hand tools, power tools
and machine tools with particular emphasis on care and
safety.
Joining Timber: Knowledge of use of woodwork joining
methods.
Shaping Timber: Woodturning, Scroll saw work, routing,
Bandsaw techniques, carving and veneering.
Assembly and Finish: Knowledge of adhesives, preparation
of surfaces, wood stains and dyes, types of finish.
Furniture making: Use of the above techniques in making
pieces of furniture.
ASSESSMENT
Regular assessment of project work completed in the
different areas during the course of the programme.
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Chemistry |
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This module will deal with the modern trends in the
physical sciences, such as “Date logging” - using probes
and calculators to do certain investigations e.g.
chemical reactions involving heat.
These and other investigations such as:- Determination
of amount of Iron in Iron tablets / Flame testing for
metals / Preparation of Soap,
will seek to enhance practical skills and where
appropriate will deal with contemporary issues in
Chemistry.
Assessment
Continuous assessment with written examination.
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Art |
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The Art, Craft and Design Transition year syllabus aims
to:
Develop in the student an understanding of the
principles of Art, Craft and Design.
To promote in the student a practical knowledge of the
principles and skills underlying visual and
constructional design and problem solving.
To develop the student’s aesthetic awareness and powers
of critical assessment, appreciation and evaluation.
To enhance the student’s qualities of imagination,
creativity, originality and ingenuity.
Students will be involved in the following work:
Mini-company project.
Students will design a product which they will take from
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concept stage, to the development stage and through to
the production
and sale of the product. Students will write a report on
their project de tailing the process and what they
learned from it. A selection of 2 Mini- companies may be
entered into the C.E.B. Young Entrepreneurs Scheme
Competition.
A range of work may also be selected from the list
below:
Drawing: Observational and analytical
Printing: Lino and Fabric
Painting: Oil, watercolour, gouache.
Design: Packaging, posters, book covers, fashion.
Mixed-media work.
Clay modelling.
Assessment modes may be taken from the list below:
Practical
Portfolios/Folders
Project Displays
Exhibition of Work
Rating scales
Certification by Educational/Skill bodies etc. Y.E.S.,
CERT, etc.
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Technical Drawing and
Computer Aided Design |
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The emphasis will be on areas that include—cams, gears,
the cycloid, parabola, hyperbola, ellipse, threads,
linkages, assemblies, detail drawings and more complex
developments.
CAD (Computer Aided Draughting) will be an introduction
to computers for drawing purposes whereby students will
familiarise themselves with the input devices, output
devices, software, hardware, care of the computer and
DOS. There will be an introduction to packages such as:-
Autosketch, AutoCAD and helpful DOS Commands.
Other software packages will also be used. The student
will be able to do 2D drawings on the Computer using the
keyboard for Building Construction and Engineering
classes.
ASSESSMENT
The students will be assessed at the end of the year by
doing a small Project on the computer and they will have
a test in Technical Graphics. Assessment modes may also
be taken from the following list:-
Folder of work completed
Assignments given in class
Practical work in class
Tests given during year.
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Geography/Tourism |
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Geography is an all encompassing subject involving the
study of physical, economic, social, regional, mapping
and environmental aspects of our world.
AREAS TO BE STUDIED INCLUDE:
World Geography—to increase students awareness of
current events. Environmental problems, areas of
political unrest and change, areas of natural
disasters—famines, floods and earthquakes etc.
Locational Geography—Including physical and man made
features. Computer programmes may be one of the methods
used in achieving this end.
Cartography/Ariel Photographs—Develop skills in map
reading, map symbols, sketch maps, measuring, physical,
historical and man made features.
Tourism—its relevance to world economics with specific
reference to Irelands tourist industry.
All the above material is relevant to Leaving
Certificate Geography.
Assessment
Project Work
Class Assessment
Written Examination
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Engineering |
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An introduction to electronics. This will involve making
simple circuits. Learning about all the different
electronic components and making up a model such as a
motor vehicle/electronic game from the information
gained.
C.N.C. Lathe
The student will learn how to operate the CNC Lathe and
be able to make a component which involves parallel
turning, facing, parting off, threading, etc.
PNEUMATICS
This will be a simple introduction to pneumatics and
will involve making up circuits with the pneumatics
components.
Assessment modes may be taken from the following list:-
Practical work undertaken / Project work completed /
Mini-company project / Practical test at end of year /
Theory Test.
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I.C.T. /
FETAC Computer Applications |
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Students will be brought from basic computing through
the following Modules where appropriate.
The Modules are:
Information Technology—Learning the theory of computing.
The hardware and its peripherals. Software that runs the
system.
Data Entry and Keyboard / File Management–How to
create and manage electronic filing. Creating folders
and sub-folders and storing files for retrieval.
Word Processing—Learning to create and edit documents,
create tables, insert graphics, prepare portfolios of
work for required subject areas.
Spreadsheets—Used for calculations and analyses
spreadsheets will be used to create budgets and analyse
financial information. Results will be shown in figures
and graph format.
Databases—Students will learn how to set up databases.
How to retrieve files and information as required and
how to keep database files up to date and easy to query
and sort.
Graphics—Students will learn how to use Graphics
Software.
The Internet—Students will learn how to browse the
Internet for data on curriculum subjects also for
researching project work. Students will also know how to
send and receive e-mail including adding and opening
attachments.
Assessment—Further Education and Training Awards Council
(FETAC). Appropriate Modules—Computer Applications
and/or Information Technology Skills.
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Physical Education |
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The aim is to develop an awareness of the various
leisure activities available in our area. The student
will be encouraged to become involved in various
activities and maintain this involvement in the long
term. This will assist pupils in developing a healthy
lifestyle by modifying destructive behaviour patterns.
The students may be involved in the following
activities:- indoor and outdoor soccer, basketball,
tennis, uni-hoc, badminton, Camogie, hurling Gaelic
football, and self-defence, cross country running and
athletics.
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Religious
Education / Studies |
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Students will be helped to appreciate fully the
Christian message and the social dimension of the
Gospel. The deepening of the students Christian Faith
will be an important content area particularly the
Christian view of work and unemployment (Text—”Workways”).
The students would confront moral issues of the day,
using such strategies as:- (a) Expert guest speakers on
topics such
ics such as—substance abuse, sexuality, religious
vocations and the role of the laity, (b) investigative
project work on important moral dilemmas, (c) Students
organisation and participation in the schools special
events like, Religious Services, Christmas and Easter
Celebrations, Reflections/Retreats, personal encounter
days etc.
We would expect students to consider objectively the
areas of self awareness, relationships with others and
with God, personal and community prayer, respect and
dignity of the human person and the principles of
morality, including Third World issues.
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Career Guidance
/ Counselling |
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This Programme will offer students the chance to assess
their capabilities and make judgements on the type of
work/career most suitable for them. They will be given
information on courses available in Third Level
Colleges. They will do aptitude tests which will be
necessary when applying for certain jobs. They will
carry out self assessment and career interest tests.
They will prepare for job interviews which may include
speakers from different walks of life. They will also
write out their C.V’s., learn how to fill in application
forms and to write letters of Application. They will
participate in two weeks work experience and write up a
report. They will attend College Open Days and other
career events.
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Social,
Personal and Health Education |
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Social, Personal and Health Education will involve the
giving and working with information so that our student
will be free to take charge of their own health,
physical, mental and emotional, their own self worth,
their esteem and therefore this involves the effort to
foster maturity and responsibility. This can only be
done on a basis of real respect for oneself.
In order to achieve and implement this positive
approach to oneself and to others a number of important
issues will be dealt with.
Some areas include:
Self esteem
Developing Interpersonal Skills
Confidence building
Assertiveness
Decision making process
Maturity and responsibility
Making choices
Relationships/sexuality
Equality.
Substance Misuse
Various approaches will be used e.g. projects,
brainstorming, role play, the challenging of each other
and also the presence of guest speakers. All of these
coupled with the skills of listening and communication
bring students to a new level of awareness and personal
responsibility in oneself. The ability to question
values, attitudes, feelings and judgements in every are
of ones adolescent life.
Assessment—Projects, Questionnaires, Surveys.
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Music, Speech &
Drama |
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AIM - To develop the students communication skills. To
develop confidence in front of an audience. To increase
their technical understanding of a play to introduce
students to various levels of drama—comical, tragic,
musical etc. To develop a basic understanding of music,
how it is written, read played etc.
OBJECTIVES - The Music, Speech & Drama class is a class
which depends entirely on the participation of the
students. Initially, we work on role-play, mime etc. to
allow students to familiarise themselves with each
other, and their various reactions to a situation. After
Christmas the students will be expected to produce a
show, all the work is performed by themselves, props,
lighting, etc. is also their own work. Following
Christmas they receive and introduction to drama a
various levels including soap-operas to tragic
Shakespeare. They will write their own soap-opera which
gives them an insight into how important props, scenery
etc. are in drama.
Finally, they will do a short film-studies course which
links in with a film production
Module involving Mr. Terence White.
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Environmental Studies |
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This module
of the transition year course will be based on two main
subject areas Biology and Geography. Working together on
a field trip, to accumulate the necessary information to
impart on the participants the following:-
1. The nature of the environment—Biotic factors,
Ecosystems, Biomes, living (flora, fauna).
Physiographic, aspect, topography mapping, levelling,
(cf. simpsons rule mathematics). Physical features,
climatic, edaphic, fire.
2. The effect of man on the environment and the social
issues associated with different environments or
anthropogenic factors.
3. Delicate balance of the environment, conservation.
The trips will be supplemented with video material and
project work where appropriate.
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Work Experience |
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During the year students go out for two single weeks
work experience. The students make out their own C.V’s.
and secure the job placement by making contact with the
work centre themselves. Report forms are returned to the
school on each student and the student themselves write
up a report on their experience.
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During
Transition Year various speakers may come to the school
to address many topics of special interest to the
students. The list may include:-
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Moral Development |
Body Positive |
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Peace and Reconciliation |
Aware |
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Young Entrepreneurs |
Retreat |
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Amnesty International |
Cura |
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Health Promotion |
Lapple |
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Community Aware on Drugs |
Samaritans |
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Carlow Rape Crisis Centre |
Concern |
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Alcoholics Anonymous |
Rehab Foundation |
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Travelling Community |
Environmentalist |
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Garda Youth Liaison Officer |
Irish Farmers Association |
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Educational Trips |
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A number of
educational visits are usually planned the year, with
costs being kept to a minimum. Visits may incorporate
centres such as: Dail Eireann, Ice Skating, Bank of
Ireland Dublin, Lapple Carlow, Christ Church Cathedral,
Walking in Wicklow Hills, The Mosque Dublin, Refugee
Centre Dublin, Gym Carlow, Zoological Gardens, Golf
Lessons, Guinness Brewery Dublin, Baltinglass Outdoor
Pursuits Centre, Slobs Wexford, Synagogue Dublin,
Wexford Heritage Centre, Kilkenny Castle, Collins
Barracks Dublin, Aran Islands, Galway City, Faraday
Centre Carlow, National Gallery, National Museum, G.A.A.
Museum.
Activities & Events |
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The following
activities and events may be covered during the year:
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Assessment &
Evaluation |
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The assessment of
the Transition Year will be an integral part of the
learning and teaching process. It will provide accurate
information with regard to students strengths and
weaknesses and help students to perform better.
Students will be assessed on all relevant aspects of the
Transition Year Programme and a variety of modes of
assessment will be used, such as written, practical, oral
and aural assessment, overall statement of student
performance by teachers, projects, portfolios and
exhibitions.
At the end of the programme students will have a student
profile and record of achievement from the school.
Students will be required to complete
self-assessment/self-evaluation exercises to identify
their skills and qualities and then to set targets or
goals form themselves to be achieved during the
programme. Students will be positively encouraged to
assess themselves where possible on an ongoing basis and
this will lead to greater self awareness and an
increased ability to manage and take responsibility for
personal learning and performance.
In conjunction with the students self appraisal model
the school will assess the students at regular intervals
with emphasis not only on academic and practical
abilities but also on the students overall capabilities
including personal and social development. Student swill
be assessed on areas such as their willingness to learn,
organise, follow instructions, co-operate, be punctual,
be reliable, be enthusiastic and be even tempered.
Communicating well with teachers and fellow students,
and contributing to class and group work etc. will also
be an important section of the assessment procedure.
Evaluation of the programme will be regular and thorough
both by teachers and students. Students will be readily
given the opportunity to make their views known
regarding the operation of the Transition Year Programme
and will be involved in the review and adaption of the
programme where necessary.
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Certification |
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The Transition Year Programme will be certified by
Coláiste Eoin and the Department of Education and
Science.
Particular modules or topics dealt with on the Programme
will be certified by outside national bodies where
appropriate, such as E.C.D.L., First Aid, Taekwando,
G.A.A., County Enterprise Board. Further certification
will also be available to those students who participate
in certain areas such as Concern Debates, the Rotary
Club Leadership Awards or the presidents Gaisce Awards,
European Studies.
At the conclusion of the Transition Year Programme
students will be awarded on of the following
certificates:
Certificate of Distinction
Certificate of Merit Honours
Certificate of Merit Pass
Certificate of Participation
Certificate of Attendance
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