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We have created a new series in which Susan interviews teachers who are using the "Money Matters" textbook. This is to help us understand exactly what is happening in our classrooms across Ireland and the impact the book is making. Additionally, it allows other teachers to learn from the people we interview, ultimately enhancing financial literacy in classrooms nationwide by listening to those who work directly with our young people. Today's interview is with Marian Freeman from Lucan Community College.

When planning sessions with guest speakers, it's important to consider different formats to keep things engaging. One often overlooked but easy format is to rotate the guest speaker between groups. In this blog post, we will explore how this format works and why it can be beneficial. 

In this blog post, we will discuss a type of session that works really well for guest speakers and participants. This format involves reviewing the work of the participants beforehand. We will explore how guest speakers can prepare for this type of session, provide feedback to the participants, and offer additional advice to enhance the quality of their work. 

When it comes to guest speaker sessions, one type of activity that often gets overlooked is facilitation. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of incorporating activities into guest speaker sessions and provide an example to give you a better idea of how it can be done. 

In this blog post, we will discuss an interesting session format for conducting sessions with guest speakers. Specifically, we will focus on Format 3, which involves addressing participants' assumptions.

In this blog, we will discuss how to choose a topic for a presentation and how to engage the audience using interactive elements. We will also explore what a guest speaker can do after their presentation ends, in case they have extra time.

Welcome to the first installment of our "Your Questions, My Answers" series! In this series, we'll explore different types of sessions that you can conduct with guest speakers. In this blog, we'll focus on Format 1 which is a Q&A session.

Work experience offers an invaluable opportunity for 16-year-old students to gain practical insights into the world of work. As they embark on this important learning journey, it's common for students to have questions and seek guidance. In this blog post, we will explore a list of questions typically asked by 16-year-old students during work experience and provide insightful answers to help them navigate this exciting phase of their lives.

As a guest speaker addressing students about careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), you have the opportunity to inspire and provide valuable insights. Students are often curious about various aspects of STEM careers and seek guidance from professionals who have firsthand experience. In this blog post, we will explore typical questions asked by students and provide tips to help you effectively answer these questions.