An exploration of Irish Newspaper Archive database for local history research

 

 

 

 

 

 An exploration of Irish Newspaper Archive database for local history research

Course is aimed at teaching participants how to operate the Irish Newspaper Archive database and explore how it can be used for local history research in the classroom.

Participants will be able to complete the following:
(a) Identify the various tools and features of Irish Newspaper Archive used for searching records
(b) Demonstrate to participants how to use Irish Newspaper Archive to search for various project ideas
(c) Investigate various newspaper titles used for local history research

Facilitator Bio:

John Phayer, completed an M.A. in Education (Research) in Mary Immaculate College on the following thesis title: “Dyslexia and Assistive Technology in Education: What benefits can be gained by third level students with Dyslexia from the use of the Assistive Technology software package, TextHelp?” under the supervision of Mr. Brendan Barry. John delivers I.C.T in S.E.N courses to primary and post-primary teachers in Education Centres and also provides tuition to students with Dyslexia on how to operate different types of A.T. software and hardware to support their learning needs. John has written various articles based on the themes of Dyslexia, I.C.T / Assistive Technology and teachers use of this technology in various journals on these themes. Johns’ interests include: (a) how Reusable Learning Objects can be used more efficiently in Education, (b) ICT for Special Needs students as well as (c) having an interest in all aspects of ICT in Education and can be contacted at: johnphayer@yahoo.co.uk for further correspondence.