Calling all post-primary English teachers! Dive into the complexities of Shakespeare’s Othello in this engaging and insightful webinar designed to enhance your teaching practice.

Discover fresh perspectives, dynamic teaching strategies, and discussion points tailored for modern classrooms. We’ll also take a close look at exam-style questions, breaking down how to approach them effectively and helping students build strong, confident responses.

Whether you're looking for innovative ways to make Shakespeare accessible or keen to deepen your own understanding of the text, this session will equip you with the tools to bring Othello to life for your
students—and prepare them for assessments with clarity and confidence.

Presenters:

Ann Marie Garvey has over twenty years teaching experience and is currently a teacher of English and Geography and a Year Head in Coláiste Cholmcille, Ballyshannon. She spent three years as an English Advisor with Junior Cycle for Teachers. She has been an Advising Examiner of Leaving Cert Higher Level English for the past nine years and works as an English Associate with Oide.

Elaine McGowan has over twenty years teaching experience and is currently a teacher of English and History and a Year Head in St. Attracta's Community School. She was an Examiner for both Junior and Leaving Cert English . Elaine returned to the classroom after a four year secondment to Junior Cycle for Teachers as English Advisor.