The Leaving Cert Song

‘I’ve Got Me Leaving’ by Jim-Jim Nugent. We love it!

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05 2010

Leaving Cert Links 21st March

The Agricultural science body is asking for an update of Leaving Cert syllabus.

A possible return of third-level fees look set to face a legal challenge.

The physics teacher asks “Why aren’t we teaching about global warming in schools?”

Sean is revamping theleavingcert.com - check it out!

For JC students - Choosing the right Leaving Cert subject combination.

A good article from the New York Times on the Irish language.

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03 2009

Dia dhuit, Zulunotes is ainm dom

It’s that time of the year! Even if I had my head in the sand it’d be impossible not to know that everyone’s starting their oral exams. The Irish Oral notes page has shot to the number 1 most viewed in the last few weeks.

Have a look at the page views (each week since before Christmas) for all the oral exam notes and you’ll see what I’m talking about:

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If you’re looking for help with the orals we have some helpful samples for the Irish Orals. If you’re doing orals in othe languages why not share your notes (French, German, Spanish) to help out your fellow students?

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03 2009

Leaving Cert Links - 12th March 2009

I came accross a post (rant) called “Exams….Ugh!!“, know how they feel!?

Rechecks delay cost student his place in Trinity. Poor guy.

Some of the Blackrock College guys are going to Malawi again.

Some free Chemistry PowerPoint Lessons & Instructional Materials.

Grade 6th: Math Problem - Solution
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photo credit: arjin j

12

03 2009

World War II (simplified)

For anyone doing History:

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03 2009

Leaving Cert Links - 2nd March 2009

Applicants to some CAO courses may be vetted by the Gardai before taking a place on the course.

The learning toolbox from James Madison University.

The learning course has a CAO course guide for 2009.

No bonus points for Maths, says the minister.

If you’re in 3rd or 4th year, read about chosing the correct leaving cert subjects.

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03 2009

Leaving Cert Links - 23rd Feb 2009

Students are shying away from construction courses on the CAO.

Is there too much media coverage of schools rugby? A debate between a Rock and Belvo lad.

An excerpt from the Irish times on how to treat the mocks.

5 notetaking methods from the California Polytechnic State University… fancy!

How To Use Office 2007 To Write A Great Essay

Microsoft Office:How To Use Office 2007 To Write A Great Essay

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02 2009

Leaving Cert Links - 20th Feb 2009

8 useful applications for taking notes.

Looks like the recession is bringing back a record number of people (4,400) to sit the leaving cert.

Jennie on leaving-cert.net blogs about how to avoid the reality of exams.

Students urged to build an ‘exciting’ career in property…. seriously?

Irish students are learning more about the holocaust.

20

02 2009

LC Links - 16/2/9

Exam Revision by Twaise

Thinking of going into teaching? Rozz is wondering why.

The Indo repots on a possible disruption to the Irish Orals.

Apparently this is the single most important study strategy you will ever hear. It’s actually quite useful.

Asked on Gaire.com - University Education: A Privilege Or A Right?

What is an economic depression? Leavonomics explains.

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02 2009

Yu Ming Is Ainm Dom

For anyone feeling worried about the Irish Orals, if Yu Ming can do it:

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02 2009