This collection includes a blog and a recording of a webinar on creating and using Welsh medium and bilingual resources that were created by JISC in summer 2021. The blog is bilingual and the webinar is in Welsh with bilingual slides. Guest contributors to the webinar included the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol (Dr Lowri Morgans, Joanna Evans, Mary Richards and Enfys Owen), Welsh Government (Gareth Morlais) and Sgiliaith (Helen Humphreys).

Jisc is working in partnership with Welsh Government to drive forward Digital 2030, which aims to see learning providers in Wales harness the potential of digital technology underpinned by principles of innovation, collaboration, co-production and social partnership. To support this, Jisc has sourced and developed six examples of successful collaborative initiatives using digital tools and technology in post-16 learning and teaching in Wales. We outlined the key success factors for these case studies and showed where each collaborative approach could be scaled up or was beneficial to address particular issues or subjects. As a whole, these case studies offer an insight into the exciting possibilities opened up by collaboration within and across sectors, enabled by digital technology, when partners in a collaboration share a common vision and sustainable approach. Key themes supporting Wales’ digital ambitions The case studies can be seen as exemplars of the four key national priorities outlined in the Welsh Government’s call to action for FE institutions in December 2022: Work collaboratively to widen access to learning opportunities Develop learners’ and staff digital capabilities and confidence for learning, life and work Maximise the potential of technology to empower, enthuse and inspire learners Embed agile, resilient and sustainable approaches to delivery The case studies The six case studies encompass colleges across Wales and collaborations across FE and with sixth forms, HE, work-based learning and community learning (see Appendix 1). The digital tools and technology in use range from virtual classrooms and virtual reality technology to apps and collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Teams. In brief, the case studies cover: Digital Diamonds: an active Welsh community of practice helping practitioners and managers deliver Essential Skills Wales (ESW) Digital Literacy across post-16 education and training. Educ8 and CEMET (University of South Wales): developing virtual reality resources for work-based learning through a collaborative approach with HE and employers. Growing Comms: installing connected active learning spaces in HE and FE through cross-sector collaboration, with strongly positive impacts on learners. St David’s WeConnect: collaboration between sixth forms to provide a wider curriculum through virtual classrooms. Target Tracker: colleges working collaboratively to develop digital tools to support learners with additional needs. Urdd Gobaith Cymru and the Gwreiddio Scheme (Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol): developing Welsh language skills through collaborative learning for apprentices and teaching staff.

Revision guides kindly provided by Coleg Gwent to assist students and learners sitting Maths GCSE exams. There are separate guides for the foundation and intermediate levels.

A careers resource from Hwb  for learners in Key Stage 3 onwards highlighting what it means to have a portfolio career in the visual arts. Showcasing 15 videos that demonstrate opportunities in the visual arts, including art in healthcare, education, public art, exhibiting and working within galleries.

A HWB resource pack to improve the knowledge of learners following the City & Guilds: Advanced Technical Extended Diploma Level 2 and 3; BTEC Level 2 and Extended Level 3 in Equine Studies, as well as the work-based learning courses. The pack contains the following resources: Unit 1: Health and safety in the horse industry Unit 2: The signs of health and ill-health in a horse Unit 3: First aid in horses  Unit 4: Horse and rider equipment  Unit 5: Horse nutrition Unit 6: Preparing horses for presentation Unit 7: Shoeing

The Science Conference aims to provide an opportunity for scientists to showcase their research in Welsh. Providing a space to discuss science in Welsh has been integral to Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol since its inception, and the conference is going from strength to strength, with a wide range of topics being discussed, from designing a new drug to microplastics!   This year for the first time it will be hosted as a hybrid conference in the Council Room, National Library of Wales, on Thursday 15 June 2023.   The conference will be hosted in Welsh and simultaneous translation service will be available. To register for the conference please follow the link below. There will be an option to decide if you want to join us in person or online.

Choose Lefel A Cymraeg is a Welsh Government funded campaign that aims to encourage more young learners to study Welsh A-Level by providing promotional assets to raise awareness around the endless benefits the language has on your academic, cultural and working life. The campaign, launched by Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol and Welsh Government, includes content that can be used by teachers and schools to engage learners, parents and carers in the Welsh language and A-Level course by: Highlighting that Welsh A-Level opens doors to a wealth of university pathways Emphasising the variety of careers and industries where Welsh is a highly-valued skill Giving an insight into the breadth and variety of the Welsh A-Level curriculum Showcasing Welsh A-Level as a modern, creative and relevant subject Inviting learners to join a thriving community of Welsh speakers that are passionate about their culture, heritage and the Welsh language Resources include: Visual content: instazines, profile cards, quotes, Q+A cards, search-it posts Videos Posters Social media assets (GIFs) School toolkit The resources can be used and shared digitally or in print, on social media or by incorporating them into presentations and prospectuses. All content is available bilingually for download via the Dropbox link below. For more information on the campaign or about Welsh as a subject, please contact Dr Ffion Eluned Owen, Welsh as a Subject Promotion Officer at the Coleg: ff.owen@colegcymraeg.ac.uk.

Public messages use a variety of methods to encourage sustainable behaviour (i.e. pro-environmental behaviour), including emphasizing the intrinsic value of nature (the value of nature beyond its usefulness to people) and the relational value of nature (the value of people’s relationship with nature). In this study, we present the results of a survey of adults in the United Kingdom (n = 499) who completed questionnaires that reflected the intrinsic value of nature (intrinsic value beliefs and biospheric values) and two that reflected the relational value of nature (connectedness to nature and empathy towards nature). The sample reported that they perform low-cost behaviour very often (e.g. taking short showers), consumption behaviour less often (e.g. buying a product with less packaging material), and committed behaviour very rarely (e.g. participating in conservation work). No variable predicted low-cost behaviours. Biospheric values and connectedness to nature were found to predict consumption behaviour. Only the relational value beliefs (connectedness and empathy) predicted committed behaviour. The results have implications for presenting environmental messages from the point of view of the intrinsic and relational value of nature. Recommendations are made for future work in this area.

This is a valuable opportunity to hear a panel of experts and familiar faces discuss the award-winning film, Hedd Wyn, scripted by Alan Llwyd and directed by Paul Turner. During the session, there will be a discussion on various aspects of the film including the historical and industrial context, themes, the characters and the use of symbolism in the film. The importance of the film in Wales and internationally will also be discussed.  The panel includes Dr Manon Wyn Williams and Professor Gerwyn Wiliams, Bangor University, actor Huw Garmon and Noami Jones, Head of Cultural Heritage at yr Ysgwrn. Specifically suitable for year 12 pupils who are studying the film for the AS Welsh (Unit 1) oral exam, but of wider interest as well. A session recorded in Pontio, Bangor, during March 2023, in collaboration between Bangor University's Department of Welsh and Pontio. Sponsored by the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol. Session in Welsh.   Looking for more resources on Hedd Wyn? Watch our Ar-lên study session available here.

Interested in studying Mathematics at University? Want to get a glimpse of life as a Maths student and find out what career a Maths degree could lead to? This is your chance to find out more, get a taster of some modules and ask lecturers and alumni your questions!  Join us in March for a series of live online Maths workshops. Thursday 9 March 2023, 7pm – Aberystwyth University.  Thursday 16 March 2023, 7pm – Cardiff University. Monday 19 June, 09:30 am - Employability If you have any questions please contact l.rees@colegcymraeg.ac.uk.

Poor mental health and well-being is an unprecedented problem among children today. Seligman (2011) proposes that well-being and happiness should be supported through positive psychology approaches. The PERMA-profiler (Positive emotion, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, Accomplishments/Achievements) (Butler and Kern 2015) requires individuals to self-assess levels of ‘flourishing’. This pilot project aimed to assess the value of the PERMA-profiler as a tool to identify the general mental health and well-being of year 7 pupils in three secondary schools. Following the first questionnaire, teachers were offered general class design strategies before pupils were reassessed at the end of the term. Results suggest the value of a self-assessment tool in identifying the overall levels of pupils’ mental health and well-being and also the early identification of individuals who may experience subsequent difficulties.

An opportunity to hear a panel of experts and familiar faces in the world of Welsh drama discussing the play Siwan by Saunders Lewis. The panel includes Dr Manon Wyn Williams, Bangor University, Dr Llio Mai, and actors Ffion Dafis and Dyfan Roberts. Specifically suitable for year 12 pupils who are studying Siwan for the AS Welsh (Unit 1) oral exam, but of wider interest as well. A session recorded in Pontio, Bangor, during March 2023, in collaboration between Bangor University's Department of Welsh and Pontio. Sponsored by the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol. Session in Welsh.   Looking for more resources on Siwan? Watch our Ar-lên study session available here.