CIT Teaching & Learning Unit

march 7, 2025

Friday, 7th March 2025, 13:00-13:45

“My Career” Online Career Tools with AI for Staff

Introduction to Career Development Resources for Staff

Join us for an informative session exploring the range of career development resources available to MTU staff. This seminar provided an overview of the supports and tools that can assist with professional growth and development.

What We Learned:

• An overview of the Career Planning Process.
• Introduction to MyCareerCorkCampuses/MyCareerKerryCampuses and how to navigate the platform.
• Information on how to upload a CV to the CV scanner and how to improve interview skills.
• Quick overview of CAREERSconnect – a careers portal to browse graduate jobs & events.

This session is ideal for anyone who would like to learn more about interview and job application skills, as their careers develop.

Presented by:

• Annemarie MacFeely, Careers Officer

Resources:

• Slide Deck
• Recording
• Values in Action
• Hollands Code / RIAESEC
• Future of Jobs Report, World Economic Forum

march 13, 2025

Friday, 13th March 2025, 13:00-13:45

Microsoft Excel for Beginners – Session 1

Join us for the first session in our three-part Microsoft Excel series, designed to help you navigate Excel with ease and strengthen your foundational skills. This beginner-level seminar will guide you through essential tools and functions, helping you build confidence when working with spreadsheets.

What We Learned:

• Basic Navigation & Data Entry: Get comfortable moving around Excel and entering data efficiently.
• Formatting Essentials: Learn how to format cells, adjust layouts, and make your spreadsheets clearer and more visually appealing.
• Formulas & Functions: Understand how to use simple formulas and functions to manage data and perform basic calculations.

Presented by:

• Alex McColl, Staff Development Officer, Teaching & Learning Unit, MTU

Resources:

• Recording
• Handbook Session 1

march 20, 2025

Friday, 20th March 2025, 13:00-13:45

Microsoft Excel for Beginners – Session 2

This intermediate-level session was designed to help you navigate Excel with ease and strengthen your foundational skills. This Intermediate level seminar guides you through essential tools and functions, helping you build confidence when working with spreadsheets.

What We Learned:

• Working with Data: Enhance your skills in sorting and filtering data, and effectively use the Find and Replace feature to manage large datasets.
• More on Formulas & Functions: Dive deeper into Excel formulas by understanding relative vs. absolute cell references and exploring common functions like COUNT, MAX, and MIN.
• Charts & Graphs: Learn how to create basic charts, such as bar, line, and pie charts, and customise chart elements to present data clearly and effectively.
• Whether you attended the first session or are joining for the first time, this workshop is ideal for anyone new to Excel or looking to refresh their basic skills in a supportive learning environment.

Presented by:

• Alex McColl, Staff Development Officer, Teaching & Learning Unit, MTU

Resources:

• Recording
• Handbook Session 2

march 27, 2025

Friday, 27th March 2025, 13:00-13:45

Microsoft Excel for Beginners – Session 3

Manage multiple sheets, use conditional formatting, apply data validation, and explore pivot tables for analysis.

What We Learned:

• Basic Navigation & Data Entry: Get comfortable moving around Excel and entering data efficiently.

  Formatting Essentials: Learn how to format cells, adjust layouts, and make your spreadsheets clearer and more visually appealing.

  Formulas & Functions: Understand how to use simple formulas and functions to manage data and perform basic calculations.

Presented by:

• Alex McColl, Staff Development Officer, Teaching & Learning Unit, MTU

Resources:

• Recording
• Handbook Session 3

Thursday, 10th April 2025

Thursday, 10th April 2025, 13:00-13:45

Identifying & Responding to Distressed or At-Risk Students

Learn how to support student mental health by recognising concerns, understanding referral pathways, and maintaining role boundaries effectively.

What We Learned:

• Recognised Mental Health Concerns: Developed an awareness of common signs indicating that a student may have been experiencing difficulties, and learned how to respond with sensitivity.
• Referral Pathways: Gained an understanding of how and when to guide students towards appropriate campus and external support services.
• Role Boundaries: Acquired the skills to offer meaningful support while remaining within the scope of professional responsibilities.

Presented by:

• Edwina Deenihan Walsh, Counselling Service, MTU Bishopstown Campus

Further Learning Opportunities:

You are encouraged to complete the Identifying and Responding to Distressed or At Risk Students e-learning modules. These modules provide practical information about student mental health, referral pathways, and role boundaries. They are designed to support you in offering appropriate assistance to students, while staying within the scope of your role and workload.

Completion of both modules (approximately 30 minutes and 45 minutes each) is recognised with a Digital Badge.

• If you are based in Cork, you can access the modules via Canvas for Cork-based staff.
• If you are based in Kerry, you can access the modules via Canvas for Kerry-based staff.

If you encounter any technical issues, or if you do not currently have a Canvas account, please contact edtech@mtu.ie.

A supporting flowchart is also available to assist you in applying this information. A digital version can be accessed here: Supporting Flowchart (PDF). Liz in Counselling Services also has printed copies available if you would like one for your desk.

Resources:

• Slide Deck
• Recording
• Responding to Students in Distress Flowchart - Cork Campuses

Thursday, 1st May 2025

Thursday, 1st May 2025, 12:00-13:00

An Introduction to Neurodiversity – Staff information session with the DSS

Session Aims

• Introduced the term neurodiversity and what it means.
• Communicated about the support services provided to neurodiverse students at MTU.
• Shared examples of how the Access Service supported neurodiverse students.

This practical session was designed to raise awareness of neurodiversity in the workplace. It offered general insights into neurodiversity and explored ways to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for both students and staff.

What Participants Learned:

• An introduction to neurodiversity and its impact in work and learning environments
• Practical ways to foster inclusion and support neurodivergent individuals
• Guidance on maintaining role boundaries while offering meaningful support
• Information on where to find further resources and assistance

This session was ideal for anyone interested in promoting understanding and inclusivity in the workplace.

Presented by:

• Julie O'Donovan, DSS, MTU Bishopstown Campus

• Sandra Power, DSS, MTU Bishopstown Campus

• Mary B O'Sullivan, DSS, MTU Bishopstown Campus

Resources:

• Slide Deck
• Recording