A teacher from Kiltimagh has won a national competition, which recognised his lesson comparing ancient Egypt with ancient Mayo, as one of the most creative school classes in the country.
Danny Charlton, a teacher from the Craggagh National School, was awarded the honour after winning the Encyclopaedia Britannica and Scoilnet National Teacher Competition, which sought the most innovative lesson plans from primary and post-primary teachers throughout Ireland.
His lesson plan, which encourages students to contrast artefacts from ancient Egypt and Mayo, was selected as the winner of the primary level category by a panel of independent adjudicators for its innovative approach to teaching, ability to inspire students, and commitment to differentiated learning. It will also be made available for schools to share through the Scoilnet Education Portal.
