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DCU Library @dculibrary.bsky.social · Jun 27

We officially left Twitter this week after 16 years on the platform. For those of you who followed us there during the good times (or for anyone who likes a good meme), we've compiled a video of our favourite Twitter moments. We're looking forward to finding friends old and new on Bluesky.

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elainemcd.bsky.social @elainemcd.bsky.social · Jun 21

We are now in peak “wise sage” era with our little schnauzer 🐾 she loves observing everything that goes on.

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elainemcd.bsky.social @elainemcd.bsky.social · Jun 9

Deepest sympathy to our DCU library colleagues & to Joe’s family.

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Education Matters @edmatters4all.bsky.social · Jun 7

𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐭 & 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬!
We speak to Sabrina Fitzsimons about her latest research - “Just plough on and pretend it’s not happening” - buff.ly/boyhwrh

Full show out Mon 8am on YouTube & Spotify
@DCU_IoE @DCU_Research David S. Smith RGU
#burnout #educator #research

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elainemcd.bsky.social @elainemcd.bsky.social · Jun 7

The beauty of the Mayo coastline … sound up for the ocean waves 🌊

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elainemcd.bsky.social @elainemcd.bsky.social · May 17

Deep in thought … about her next treat 🐾

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Anne Marie Kavanagh @amkavanagh.bsky.social · May 2

A great start to the bank holiday weekend…A really positive book review from @teacherscollege.bsky.social ‘s Teachers College Record!🥳🤩🥳

Huge thanks to the 3 reviewers!🙏 @trionacheile.bsky.social @schoolhumandev.bsky.social @dublincityuni.bsky.social @virginiatech.bsky.social

tcrecord.bsky.social @tcrecord.bsky.social · May 2

In their edited volume, Drs. Allen, @amkavanagh.bsky.social , and @trionacheile.bsky.social critique the one-sided narratives within social studies education to attend to marginalized voices. Read Ms. Kadi, Ms. Zuniga, and Dr. Christ’s review here: journals.sagepub.com/pb-assets/cm...

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elainemcd.bsky.social @elainemcd.bsky.social · May 4

One of the most inexplicable rules in sport: Rule 6 (b) Camogie Association Official Rules. Players must wear skirts/skorts or face sanctions. Story reported in The Irish Times (amongst other outlets). Hard to believe this rule is still ratified.

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Royal Irish Academy @ria.ie · May 1

Statement: The Royal Irish Academy is ceasing activity on X (Twitter)

www.ria.ie/2025/05/01/t...

The Royal Irish Academy is ceasing activity on X (Twitter) - Royal Irish Academy

The Royal Irish Academy is committed to creating, convening, and sharing knowledge for the public good and as an organisation we value Independence; Integrity; Curiosity; Openness and Rigour. Therefor...

www.ria.ie

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The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · Apr 26

The final honor guard for Pope Francis included migrants, prisoners, transgender people, the homeless and others selected by the Vicariate of Rome as a symbol of the late pope’s mission of inclusion and outreach.

Read more from the funeral: wapo.st/3YdDGqM

“That they should be the ones to welcome Pope Francis’s coffin in the basilica is because these people are those who represented the focus of his mission,” said Father Giulio Albanese, head of missionary cooperation and communications for the Vicariate of Rome. “They are those who live on the peripheries, geographical and existential peripheries.”

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DCU Library @dculibrary.bsky.social · Apr 22

Ease exam pressure with our De-stress Stations!
Pick up some earplugs or tune into a curated playlist to help you focus, take a break with chocolate and tea, adopt a plant as your new study buddy, or find some mental clarity while working on our community jigsaw🤗
@dublincityuni.bsky.social

grid of 3 images. large image on the left shows table with colourful tablecloth. On the table are bowls of chocolate bars, earplugs, and tea bags. Jigsaw pieces are scattered on the table, as we'll as info about playlists and plants to adopt. 2 images on the right, one on top of the otehr, show similar tables with similar items in different locations

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elainemcd.bsky.social @elainemcd.bsky.social · Apr 19

Beautiful sunset in Clontarf, Dublin. Taken during a lovely sunny spell.

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Carlow Weather @carlowweather.bsky.social · Apr 14

Just captured the most amazing rainbow I have ever seen!

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European Commission @ec.europa.eu · Apr 13

🚆 Are you 18 and ready to explore Europe?

You could get a free travel pass with #DiscoverEU to explore Europe’s culture, history and diversity.

Applications close soon — don’t miss out! 👇
europa.eu/!9dCdNV

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Enda @donenda.bsky.social · Apr 10

Outstanding work from @dublincityuni.bsky.social @dcuioe.bsky.social colleagues @sabrinafitzsimons.bsky.social, Pia O'Farrell, and Catherine Furlong - hugely important research regarding the teaching profession in Ireland 👏👏👏 @dcucreate.bsky.social @esai-irl.bsky.social

Dublin City University @dublincityuni.bsky.social · Apr 10

Crisis in the classroom: burnout and stress amongst Irish teachers.
Piece by DCU's Dr Sabrina Fitzsimons, Dr Pia O’Farrell and Professor Catherine Furlong @dcucreate.bsky.social, for @rtebrainstorm.bsky.social.
Read here: launch.dcu.ie/43Iojdm
#RTEBrainstorm

Crisis in the classroom: burnout & stress amongst Irish teachers

86% of teachers in a new survey reported some level of burnout, indicating troubling levels of stress and poor mental health in Irish schools

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DCU Library @dculibrary.bsky.social · Apr 3

We are so proud of Killian Downing, Celine Campbell, Eilís O'Neill and SS&D's Hayley Brabazon whose library-led History in Your Hands project has been nominated for the @dublincityuni.bsky.social President's Award for Engagement. Good luck at today's ceremony! www.dcu.ie/civic-engage...

A man and three women facing the camera. Trees and a building are in the background.

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Aoife Brennan @aoifebren.bsky.social · Mar 29

An extra special @dublincityuni.bsky.social
graduation ceremony yesterday with
6 @dcuioe.bsky.social doctoral graduates 👏🏻
We are immensely proud of these inclusive education changemakers 🎉
@dcuresearch.bsky.social @inclusivepedagogy.bsky.social @alangorman.bsky.social @fiona-king.bsky.social

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Sabrina Fitzsimons @sabrinafitzsimons.bsky.social · Mar 18

Delighted to share this Research rdcu.be/ed0hG @dublincityuni.bsky.social @elainemcd.bsky.social @donenda.bsky.social @annalogan.bsky.social @alangorman.bsky.social @mbrowndcu.bsky.social @hadjertaibi.bsky.social @sarahgardezi.bsky.social
@pt-phone-home.bsky.social

Understanding Teacher Educators' Quality of Life: Insights from the PERMA Model

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Dr Martina Crehan @crehanm.bsky.social · Mar 26

There is a new Doctor in the DCU TEU house! Many congratulations to @lwnyrb.bsky.social We were delighted to have a small celebration with him today. We are all thrilled for you, Rob

Man standing with glass of champagne in front of a screen with the words congratulations Dr Lowey

Group of people in front of screen with words congratulations Dr Lowney

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Enda @donenda.bsky.social · Mar 12

The Doctor of Education (EdD) programme at the DCU Institute of Education is now accepting applications for 2025 entry. The programme has a number of Areas of Professional Focus, including one on 'AI and Emerging Technologies in Education'. See www.dcu.ie/courses/post...

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DCU Doctor of Education

YouTube video by Dublin City University

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elainemcd.bsky.social @elainemcd.bsky.social · Mar 6

Beautiful #Clontarf 💙

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Peter Tiernan @pt-phone-home.bsky.social · Mar 3

Thoroughly enjoyed this, and it was a pleasure as always working with @donenda.bsky.social

Enda @donenda.bsky.social · Mar 3

Thanks to @cesi-ie.bsky.social for the kind invitation to myself and @pt-phone-home.bsky.social to deliver the keynote address at #cesicon 2025. We discussed the impact of AI on education and society, some opportunities and challenges presented by AI in education, and our Erasmus+ project (PAIDEIA)

Title slide for the Keynote Address at CESI 2025 conference.

Selfie shot of keynote presenters with delegates in the background

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Enda @donenda.bsky.social · Mar 2

The Doctor of Education (EdD) programme the DCU Institute of Education (@dcuioe.bsky.social) is accepting applications for 2025 entry. The programme has a number of Areas of Professional Focus, including one on 'AI and Emerging Technologies in Education'. Find out more at www.dcu.ie/courses/post...

Doctor of Education |

This programme, the only member of The Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate outside the US, will help you hone your writing, research, analytical and leadership skills to the highest standards....

www.dcu.ie

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Dublin City University @dublincityuni.bsky.social · Feb 28

Dr Marlene McCormack of @dcuioe.bsky.social said the high number of early-years educators leaving childcare facilities is having a drastic effect on children’s education and development.
Read more in @independent.ie: launch.dcu.ie/3XnozKS

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Raven Books @ravenbooks.bsky.social · Feb 27

I feel very fortunate to have had her come into the shop a few times, a gentle soul and always a pleasure to talk to. Solas na bhFlaitheas dá h-anam uasal.

Irish PEN/PEN na hÉireann @irishpen.bsky.social · Feb 27

We send our sincere condolences to the family of the esteemed Irish novelist Jennifer Johnston, who died on 25 February.

There will be a public commemoration ceremony this Saturday 1 March at 2pm in the Public Theatre, Trinity College Dublin.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.

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