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Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · 1d

Delighted to be invited to frame the theme for one of the co-creation labs at #EITEdTech25 "Supporting teachers and educators in digital transition"

EIT Urban Mobility @eiturbanmobility.eu · 1d

🚀 This year's #EITEdTech25 Conference is taking engagement to the next level with Co-creation Labs: interactive spaces where ideas turn into action.

Don’t miss your chance to shape the future of EdTech 👉 eitedtechconference.eu

#EdTech #Opportunity

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Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · 10d

"Improving outcomes for commuter students" - launch of the report on 17 October 2025. www.transforminglearning.ie/resources-pu...
Register for the event at events.teams.microsoft.com/event/35d52b...

Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams

events.teams.microsoft.com

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Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · 13d

Clear and unambiguous statement from @oflynnatu.bsky.social President of @atu-ie.bsky.social on the potential of Professorships in #technologicaluniversities across the country - www.rte.ie/news/educati...

'Ludicrous' professors can't be appointed - ATU President

The inability of Technological Universities to appoint professors is causing significant regional imbalance that needs to be urgently addressed, according to the President of Atlantic Technological Un...

www.rte.ie

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Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · 16d

Good to see @ntutorr.ie needs analysis paper "Unlocking Pathways" referenced in @qqireland.bsky.social 's consultation Green Paper on micro-credentials www.qqi.ie/sites/defaul... = evidence of ongoing impact?

www.qqi.ie

Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · 20d

A great opportunity for the right candidate - CEO of the Technological Universities Association (TUA) www.forvismazars.com/ie/en/servic...

Technological Universities Association CEO | Forvis Mazars in Ireland - Forvis Mazars - Ireland

The Technological Universities Association (TUA) body is seeking an experienced candidate for the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The Technological Universities Association (TUA) is the collect...

www.forvismazars.com

Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · Aug 29

Absolutely agree with this sentiment!

Donncha Ó Treasaigh @denistreacy.com · Aug 29

To all the amazing people who work across our schools and youth - thank you for all you do

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Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · Aug 2

What a wonderful selection of Dublin's uniqueness, eccentricity and joys! www.irishtimes.com/life-style/p...

Gay Spar, the George’s Street Arcade, traffic junctions: 52 reasons to love Dublin right now

A celebration of the capital in all her current glory. The magic, the mischief and the unexpected moments that make Dublin one of the best little towns in the world

www.irishtimes.com

Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · Jul 8

Great news! Check out the latest updates following an extensive review process undertaken by a dedicated and widely representative working group.

StudentSurvey.ie @studentsurveyirl.bsky.social · Jul 7

StudentSurvey.ie is back! Ireland’s national survey of student engagement will relaunch in February and March 2026. Find the new survey questionnaire on our website, and read the latest updates on our blog. Students can win great merchandise and prizes for taking part! Stay tuned for more…

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Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · Jun 25

Looking forward to hearing of the outcomes of this (@ntutorr.ie originating) project to examine the experiences of commuter students. www.transforminglearning.ie #technologicaluniversities #institutesoftechnology

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Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · Jun 20

Delighted to see consultation and communication about Ireland's consideration of the #globalrecognitionconvention - thanks to #DFHERIS and @qqireland.bsky.social for an important approach and logical development for Ireland

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Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · Jun 16

The Interoperability Framework provides really valuable insights into the issues underpinning cross-border learning and collaboration - very helpful for #EuropeanUniversityAlliances #technologicaluniversities #institutesoftechnology. See education.ec.europa.eu/focus-topics...

Interoperability framework: innovating cross-border learning and collaboration in higher education

The European higher education interoperability framework is set to build a interconnected education ecosystem.

education.ec.europa.eu

Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · Jun 12

Great first day of inaugural #IAIE (Irish Association for International Education) conference. Scan the QR for details!

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Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · Apr 11

Look out for the Irish Association for International Education (IAIE) inaugural conference, 'Internationalisation in Higher Education – Looking to the Future', at South East Technological University, Waterford Campus, on June 12th & 13th.
For further information see: www.setu.ie/iaie

Poster of keynote speakers for conference. They are Professor Elspeth Jones (Leeds Beckett University), Dr Anthony Manning (University of Kent), Andrew J. Gordon (DA Global Access Network).

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Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · Apr 11

Look out for the Irish Association for International Education (IAIE) inaugural conference, 'Internationalisation in Higher Education – Looking to the Future', at South East Technological University, Waterford Campus, on June 12th & 13th.
For further information see: www.setu.ie/iaie

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Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · Apr 9

Another valuable analysis of student progression - good to note overall progress AND identify areas for continued focus. Data on transfer to another institution is an informative enhancement. hea.ie/2025/04/09/l...

Latest Student Progression data reveals vast majority of new entrants progress to the following academic year | Higher Education Authority

Almost 90% of 2022/23 new entrants progress to the following academic year, while the vast majority of entrants go on to complete their qualifications in →

hea.ie

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Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · Apr 5

I've fallen across a real gem in terms of entertainment and nostalgia (old now if not always?) with Covers in the Piano Room at the BBC.... Both wonderful and surprising 😁

Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · Apr 2

Check out the first ten strategic horizon-scanning reports at www.ndln.ie

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Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · Apr 2

Really delighted to see the official launch of the #NationalDigitalLeadershipNetwork #NDLN www.ndln.ie

ndln

www.ndln.ie

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Lawrie @lawriephipps.co.uk · Mar 25

And finally

a two panel cartoon - the first panel is a hand hovering over two buttons. The buttons read "help people" and "buy edtech". The second panel is a man mopping sweat from his brow and looking really worried. implying he does not which button to push.

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Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · Mar 20

Good overview of the national Recognition of Prior Learning in Higher Education project and showcase event #RPL #VNIFL
www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQ8O... www.priorlearning.ie

RPL in 2025: Outcomes, Reflections & Next Steps

YouTube video by Recognition of Prior Learning

www.youtube.com

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Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · Mar 19

Delighted to be here at #AHEAD conference, great introduction by Dara Ryder, and now keynote with Anna Lawson

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Orla Flynn @oflynnatu.bsky.social · Mar 7

www.atu.ie/news/stateme...

@atu-ie.bsky.social

Statement from the President of Atlantic Technological University on the US Administration’s Decision to Cancel Fulbright Specialist Award - Atlantic Technological University

Statement from the President of Atlantic Technological University on the US Administration’s Decision to Cancel Fulbright Specialist Award.

www.atu.ie

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StudentSurvey.ie @studentsurveyirl.bsky.social · Feb 28

StudentSurvey.ie is currently under review, and this video provides the latest updates on the redevelopment of a new taught survey for 2026.

Stay tuned for more updates!

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Sean O'Reilly @seanoreillytua.bsky.social · Feb 26

with key presentations from @sharonlflynn.bsky.social and @carinaginty.bsky.social

Summary image of many projects (on screen behind presenter) highlighting that there are 95 stories and 175 projects included in the publication from this overall project.

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