See original Neolithic and Bronze Age pottery, handle museum replicas and create a clay model to take home using the same tools and techniques as prehistoric potters.
Workshop at a Glance
Level: 1st - 3rd Year, Transition Year
Group size: 30 students max
Duration: 75 mins
Location: Prehistoric Ireland Exhibition, Ground Floor and Learning Resource Room, First Floor
Days available: Thursdays during term time
Times available: 10:30am
Accessibility: This workshop is not wheelchair accessible.
Curriculum Links
Junior Cert History
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The Nature of History
Working with Evidence/ Developing Historical Consciousness/ Acquiring ‘the big picture’ -
The History of Ireland
Thinking historically- explain the relevance of archaeology to their understanding of Irish history, citing local examples, where appropriate
Statements of Learning for Junior Cert
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Values local, national and international heritage, understands the importance of the relationship between past and current events and the forces that drive change.
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Communicates effectively using a variety of means in a range of contexts
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Appreciates and respects how diverse values, beliefs and traditions have contributed to the communities and culture in which he/she lives
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Creates and presents artistic works and appreciates the process and skills involved
Key Skills for Junior Cert
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Managing information and thinking
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Communicating
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Staying well-being positive about learning
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Being creative- Imagining
Learning creatively
Transition Year
- Teaching methods and approaches
- Study visits and field trips
- Activity based learning
Learning Outcomes
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See real artefacts from the Stone Age and Bronze Age in Ireland
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Learn how people in Stone and Bronze Age Ireland developed skills and used the raw materials available to them to survive
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Learn about the construction, decorating and firing of prehistoric pottery
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Track the development of Irish pottery from the Stone Age into the Bronze Age
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Handle museum standard replicas of Stone and Bronze Age pottery
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Use the skills which you have learned about to create your own prehistoric pot