Open Source Articles Yearbook 2016-2017
Five articles from Education Matters Yearbook 2016-2017 have been published on Creative Commons. View and download these...
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Review of ‘Education Matters Yearbook 2015-2016’
This Education Matters volume strongly suggests that we should ignore the “background noise” and target a system which we feel is true to the values and principles of holistic and expansive student learning.
Read MoreMajor expansion of apprenticeship route to education, training and careers
Apprenticeships offer a tried and tested method of developing highly skilled workers using a powerful mixture of course work and practical on-the-job learning.
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What course? The dilemma of education provider and learner alike
The two key agents in the education process are learners and providers; both are making choices about courses…
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Implementation of the Further Education and Training Strategy
The first Further Education and Training (FET) Strategy was formally approved by the Minister for Education and Skills in April 2014. It provides a framework for the continued development of a strong integrated Education and Training sector.
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Evolution in Further Education & Training Sector
There is a strong association between a person’s education/training history and their employment outcomes, participation in lifelong learning, levels of civic engagement and quality of life and individual well-being.
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Minister launches Education Matters Yearbook 2015-2016
Address by Minister for Education & Skills Jan O’Sullivan at the launch of Education Matters Yearbook 2015-2016 in the National University of Ireland on 8 December 2015.
Read MoreShould we keep taking the tablets?
In this article, taken from Education Matters Yearbook 8, Peter Lydon explores current and potential use of tablets for teaching and learning. I have been using computers for over 36 years. I am an advocate of the utility of...
Read MoreA memorable year for Education Matters
As the 2014 calendar year winds towards its end we at Education Matters are savouring the conclusion of a very busy but tremendously rewarding and successful twelve months. We are naturally very proud of our latest Yearbook...
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