Draft Specifications for New Leaving Cert History: What We Know and What It Means

When	Tuesday 24th Mar 2026
Time	7pm – 8pm
Zoom Online	Webinar format
Facilitator	Patrick Hickey
Audience	Post Primary

 

Overview
A focused session for teachers ahead of the rollout of the new Leaving Certificate History specification, expected in early spring.

Learning Outcomes
I’ll outline what’s new, what’s staying the same, and what it all means for how we plan, teach, and support student learning in the years ahead.

This webinar will cover:

• Overview of confirmed changes in the new specification
• Key areas of continuity
• Likely implications for teaching and learning
• Recent exam trends, including the growing focus on two-aspect essays

A session designed to help teachers prepare early and with confidence.

Facilitator – Patrick Hickey

Delivered by Patrick Hickey, better known as @lchistorytutor. His resources and insights are used by teachers and students nationwide to raise standards and deepen historical understanding.

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