CONFERENCE ARCHIVE
Reflection on Conference 2024
Where: Marino Institute of Education, Dublin
When: Tuesday, 9 April 2024 This year marked the seventh STER conference and publication of the sixth volume of the e-Journal.We were delighted to support education students across the country to share their research in various creative ways. The STER Conference was a space for us to discuss the value and impact of education research for practice. We had presentations from students from University College Cork, Marino Institute of Education, Trinity College Dublin,University College Dublin, and St Angela’s College, ATU Sligo. All presentations were based on students’ dissertation research and cover a range of themes. 
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Keynote address
We hosted our first Keynote Address by Dr Máirín Glenn. Formerly a primary school teacher and school principal, Dr Máirín Glenn is now an independent advisor in the field of action research, on postgraduate teacher education programmes. She is a co-convener of the Network for Educational Action Research in Ireland (NEARI). Máirín is passionate about practitioner-based action research and she has co-authored five books on the topic including Action Research for the Classroom: A Guide to Values-Based Research in Practice (2023). Attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions following the talk and learn more from Máirín extensive experience in the field. Dr Glenn will discuss the importance of education research for professional development as an educator.
PANEL DISCUSSION
We hosted a panel discussion involving four students/graduates representing different HEIs in Ireland, focusing on their different 'Perspectives on the Research Journey'. Participating in the panel are four conference presenters who represent a diverse group in terms of their unique research journeys. Given the different areas of research (including language, inclusion, education studies), the different methodologies used, and the different universities and programmes attended (UCC, UCD, St Angela’s Sligo and MIE), we had a varied and interesting discussion on the theme of"Perspectives on the Research Journey". This panel was led by Holly Smith who will ask participants about their engagement with the research process and tips they have for conducting research.
journal launch
The sixth volume of the STER e-journal was launched at the Conference. This volume presents eight articles prepared by education students of MIE, TCD, UCD, SETU, DCU and our first international article from the University of Graz. All articles are based on students’ undergraduate or postgraduate dissertation research (to Masters level) and have undergone a double-blind peer review process. Articles cover a diversity of themes including religious education, professional development, play therapy, diversity and inclusion, English language teaching and literacy education.
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Reflection on Conference 2022
Where: Marino Institute of Education, Dublin
When: Wednesday 27 April 2022 This year the STER Conference is back face-to-face! We had presentations from students from Marino Institute of Education, Queens University Belfast, Trinity College Dublin, University College Dublin, Institute of Technology Carlow, Dublin City University and the Children's Therapy Centre. We hope you enjoy the presentations. This year's conference will feature individual presentations by students and graduates on their dissertation research, spanning early years, primary, post-primary and further education. 
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There are a range of interesting topics covered by participants including religious education, well-being, science, inclusion and the impact of COVID-19 on education.
journal launch
At Conference 2022, we launched the first ever Special Issue of the STER e-journal. Our guest editor, Dr Barbara O’Toole launched the journal. Articles focus specifically on the topic of Intercultural Education and have been prepared by education students and graduates of Marino Institute of Education, Dublin, National University of Ireland, Galway and Mary Immaculate College, Limerick. The foreword was written by Dr Roland Tormey, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne.
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Reflection on Conference 2021
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Where: Online via Zoom
When: 15 April 2021 The STER conference is unique in that it is designed, led and delivered by education students for education students.The conference places the student voice at the heart of the research dissemination process. It is a pioneering initiative designed with the main goal of supporting education students to share their research with the wider education community. At the STER Conference 2021, we welcomed 22 presenters, 15 authors and over 175 attendees to our virtual campus and to the first ever virtual STER Conference. Working online was challenging for us all, but the STER team maximized on the opportunity of working remotely. We brought STER to our international colleagues in the university of Barcelona; and forged partnerships with national organisations and encouraged students from across the country to present and attend this evening.
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individual presentations
We had presentations from 22 students from MIE, TCD, DCU, NUIG, UL, MIC Limerick & Thurles. All presentations are based on students’ dissertation research and cover a range of themes including; inclusive education, climate change, gender, ability grouping, digital technology and more! The conference featured presentations in various formats including; live presentations, pre-recorded presentations, poster presentations and Q&A sessions with students.
journal launch
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Minister Simon Harris (DFHERIS) and Dr Tony Hall (General Editor of Irish Educational Studies) launched the fourth volume of the STER e-journal. Incredibly, this was the largest collection of articles that we’ve published to date - a bumper issue of more than 150 pages. This fourth volume of the STER e-journal presents fifteen articles prepared by education students and graduates of Marino Institute of Education, Trinity College Dublin, Mary Immaculate College, National College of Ireland, and Dublin City University.
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Reflection on Conference 2020
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Where: Online
When: Wednesday 27 April 2022 Due to COVID-19 the annual STER Conference was postponed, but an online launch of volume 3 of the STER e-Journal was held. The review team pivoted from face-to-face work, to online meetings in March 2020. In her Foreword to the journal, Dr Julie Ui Choistalbha said "amidst the storm that is COVID-19, the STER e-journal is like a beacon guiding us toward the safety of shore and reminding us that solid ground lies ahead". It was a privilege to work closely with students who bring such wonderful energy, enthusiasm, and willingness to contribute to the education community.
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Reflection on Conference 2019
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Where: Mary Immaculate College, Limerick
When: Tuesday 2nd April 2019 The second STER conference was a cross-campus, interdisciplinary event involving almost 50 student teachers and education graduates from across a wide variety of programmes. The conference was attended by students and staff from both the MIC Limerick and MIC Thurles campuses. The themes of the conference included social inclusion, leadership, well-being and work-based learning and their relevance to experiential practice of teaching is clearly evidenced. Opening the Conference, Prof Hourigan said “Each generation has new concerns, original insights and innovative research methods which they bring to their research. The publication and dissemination of the STER online journal not only raises the profile of student teacher research at national level but critically disseminates the findings of that research."
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Reflection on Conference 2018Where: Mary Immaculate College, Limerick
When: Tuesday 3 April 2018 The inaugural STER conference and journal were established by Dr Aimie Brennan to give student-teachers a platform to share their research in a collegial and supportive environment. This year, PME students in MIC were invited to participate. In keeping with the student-centred ethos of STER, articles were reviewed by a student peer review panel in a double-blind process, and a student organising committee was formed to assist with the running of the conference. The committee would like to thank the Institute for Educational and Social Policy Studies (PRISEM), who provided funding for the printing of student research posters.
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