Welcome! Our newsletter aims to provide digital technology news and information to Principals, ICT or Digital Learning Coordinators and Teams, teachers and all those involved in education.
Online Courses
Leading Digital Learning
Are you looking to develop your skills in digital leadership? School leaders and members of the digital learning team will be interested in this online course, which covers the key things you need to know about leading digital learning in your school. You will also hear from other digital leaders about their roles and experiences. The course takes approximately four hours, at times of your own choosing.
Developing a Digital Learning Plan for your School
Our recently updated online course will help you to use the Digital Learning Framework to improve digital learning in your school. It has four modules, which step you through the full process of creating a Digital Learning Plan. It is also possible to select whatever you consider to be the most relevant of its four modules and just engage with that module, depending on your school's stage on its digital learning planning journey.
Do you want to learn about the benefits of and approaches to digital storytelling, regardless of which subjects you teach at post-primary level? Our one-hour online course explores the potential of digital storytelling to improve key skills across a range of subject areas, including Modern Foreign Languages (MFL), Maths and many others, in a student-friendly and engaging way.
Teacher Vicky Bouché from Christ King Girls’ School outlines how she uses digital tools to engage students in their learning in her French language class, its use in teacher assessment and providing feedback to students.
In this video, a sixth-class teacher and Digital Learning Coordinator at St. Mary’s N.S., shares how AI can be used to support teaching and learning in his large rural school.
Explore practical tools and expert guidance to help your leadership team to make informed and ethical decisions on AI use in your context. These resources are curated for members of the digital learning and wider school leadership teams.
Given the increasing complexity of Digital Technology Infrastructure (DTI) in schools, it is critical that a well thought out planned approach to technical support is in place. Be sure to use the Oide Technology in Education ‘Technical Support Guide’ for schools, which will assist you in managing technical support.
Each November, students and teachers across Ireland shine a spotlight on one of the most important issues in school life—bullying. Anti-Bullying Week 2026 invites us to explore how we can use our words, actions, and influence to be a Power for Good. It’s a chance to speak up, stand together, and build school communities where everyone feels safe, supported, and respected.
New Resources added! From Page to Screen: Storytelling
This recently added resource highlights a collaboration with children's author Dave Rudden and showcases a series of lesson plans designed to educate students on the core concepts underpinning creative writing through the medium of film and TV. Suitable for 5th/6th class.
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Safer Internet Day 2027: Information Session
Join Webwise online on Wednesday, 25th November, from 1pm–1:45pm, to learn how your class or school can get involved in Safer Internet Day 2027. Discover available resources and supports, hear from schools and organisations, and explore this year’s theme: Our Voices, Our Choices: Creating a safe, fair and trustworthy internet.
Safer Internet Day takes place on Tuesday, 9th February 2027.
A new SPHE lesson on Coco’s Law (the Harassment, Harmful Communications and Related Offences Act 2020) is available for schools through the Garda Schools Programme.
The primary objective of the lesson for 1st and 2nd year students is to inform them about Coco's Law, which criminalises certain online behaviours like the non-consensual distribution of intimate images and cyberbullying.
Looking for lessons you can use in the classroom, guidance on images to help protect students and staff, support for updating your AUP, or AI resources for parents and young people? Explore the Webwise AI Aware section to find these resources and more.
Professional Learning Experience (PLE) -Digital Portfolios: A Collaborative Approach
Oide Technology in Education is launching a series of one-day Professional Learning Experiences (PLEs) titled Digital Portfolios: A Collaborative Approach for the 2026/2027 academic year. The second event takes place in Wexford on 17th November 2026, offering post-primary teachers and school leaders an opportunity to explore innovative practical approaches to digital portfolios. View flyer here>>. Complete the Expression of Interest by 5th November 2026.
Bring your story to life! The FÍS Storyboard Storytelling Competition invites primary school pupils to develop and share their ideas for an original film in storyboard form. It’s a fantastic opportunity to explore storytelling and creativity in the classroom. The competition runs right up to the Christmas holidays.
Did you take part in EU Code week with your class? The competition deadline has been extended to Friday 6th November 2026! Make sure to register and pin your activity on the EU Code Week map to be in with the chance of winning a range of innovative prizes such as Lego Spike Education kits, Beebots set and other coding resources for your pupils! Activities from all class levels are welcome!
Science Week will take place from 8–15 November 2026, offering students across Ireland the chance to explore how science and discovery shape the world around us. Whether it’s tackling climate issues, exploring medical breakthroughs, or understanding how everyday technology works, this national event sparks curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking — helping students see science not just as a subject, but as a tool for shaping the future.
Be sure to also check out Scoilnet resources for both Primary and Post-Primary levels.
CESI are pleased to share the save the date and call for proposals for their 2027 conference “Navigating Digital Futures 4.0”, which takes place on 27th February 2027 in Gaelcholáiste Luimnigh.
The call for proposals is open through 11th December. Further details will be shared on the CESI home page in due course.
