At a glance
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Course Location
Dublin and Athlone
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Course Dates and Prices
Please check Erasmus+ calendar
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Duration
1 to 2 week options (20h to 25h/week)
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Arrival days
Saturdays and Sundays
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Class Size
15 maximum, 3 minimum
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Student Age
Varies from 22 to 65
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Individuals* and Groups
Both accepted
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Entry Requirements
Minimum level of English: B2, Upper-intermediate Recommended to bring your own device
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Cultural Activities
2 cultural activities included per week
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Accommodation
Residence (summer only) and host family options
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Transport to School
Public transport (if required) and airport transfers upon request
Programme Introduction
Making Artificial Intelligence Work in the Classroom is designed with hands-on workshops which give the teacher lots of practical techniques that they can bring back to their classroom. The course is delivered through the medium of English, which gives participants an opportunity to refresh and improve their communication skills in an authentic workplace environment
Learner Profile
Primary and Secondary School Teachers (of English) who are interested in how Artificial Intelligence can be put into practice in the planning, delivery and reporting on learning.
Learner Outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will have
- Experienced the techniques for the use of Artificial Intelligence in the classroom and exposure to EU colleagues leading to an increased capacity to trigger modernisation and international opening within their organisations
- Devised and prepared to run better quality activities and more attractive programmes for their students in line with their needs and expectations through the use of Artificial Intelligence mediated teaching and learning strategies as demonstrated on this course
- Increased potential opportunities for professional and career development through becoming comfortable with Artificial Intelligence and becoming better equipped to develop as leaders of implementation projects within their school, or in the educational sector generally
- Increased the potential for motivation and satisfaction in their daily work through becoming more comfortable in the English language as a medium for teaching and learning, and through being able to contribute constructively to technology enhancement programmes in their school and have an input into the direction of these programmes.
Sample timetable
Our summer school program is designed to offer a unique learning experience for all participants, providing a perfect balance of educational and enjoyable activities. Check out our exciting Sample Schedule for our Dublin STEAM Residential programme.
*Please contact us for more information about our sample schedules for Host families.
Accommodation
Host Family
Host families are located in the areas of North County Dublin and students will use their travel pass to get to and from school each day. Future Learning is one of the only language schools working in these areas for many years and the quality of host families is very high. We have a large number of wonderful and welcoming host families who are coordinated by our dedicated full time Accommodation Officers.
Living with one of our Host families in Dublin is a truly amazing experience:
- – You get to stay in a real irish home where you will be welcomed by family members and looked after for the length of your stay.
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- – You’ll get to benefit from your family’s knowledge, gain a unique insight into local Irish culture and discover the true heart of Dublin.
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- – You’ll enjoy home cooking, fresh linens, great conversation and an amazing cultural experience.
Residential Accomodation
Dublin city centre has many fine student residential options to offer international students. FL uses the best quality accommodation in the city. Our student accommodation is perfectly located close to our campus so you can easily travel to and from there.
Residential accommodation allows the freedom of being close to your friends and living in the centre of Dublin throughout your stay with us. We typically offer students six to eight single ensuite bedrooms in one shared apartment.
- – You’ll have access to the large shared living and kitchen area with your co-students.
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- – All rooms come with an en-suite shower room, 4ft double bed, spacious work areas, and plenty of storage.
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- – We also offer some great social spaces including an outdoor basketball court, a cinema room, pool tables, a modern gym with hi-spec equipment, a large study area, a cosy roof terrace, and a spacious outdoor courtyard area.
Samples activities & Cultural excursions
On the FL Dublin Summer Programme all of the afternoon activities are focused on the development of the English language through STEAM-focused workshops. We like to utilise all the facilities of the school and we have created a unique afternoon programme which has a strong link with the morning lessons. Sample afternoon workshops which are led by qualified teachers include: Electronics, Science, Baking, Robotics, Photography, Art, Drama and Dance. Afternoon activities take place from 14:00 to 16:20 four times per week, students depart the school at 16:30.
Science & Technology
Electronics: design, create and present an individual piece of work which will include an element of electronics
Robotics: introduction to robotics vocabulary to complete basic coding to make a robot move
Engineering & Maths
Astronomy & Rocket: making explore the planets’ relationship to one another by building a scale model, and then, in teams, you will build a rocket and launch it.
Construction challenge: build your very own standing tower out of wood – precision and balance are the challenge in this game.
Arts & Perfomances
Photography: create unique photographic works of art using the latest photo editing software and techniques
Music & Songwriting: explore the technology and creativity behind music and its production.
Arts
Upcycling Art: You will use recycled materials, and build an eye catching piece and transform trash into treasure.
Collage: Using interesting picture media, you will work with your team to select, sort and cut out images to build an artistic collage.
Weekend Excursions
- City trips: Galway, Sligo, Dublin
- Outdoor trips: Glendalough, Lough boora discovery park, Howth Fishing Village and Hike.
- Activities are combined with sports, guided tours and fun!