Is it time up for education technology?
Have we gone too far in expecting technology to educate our students and is the answer a back-to-basics regime in the classroom? Niall Gormley looks at the evidence. In December 2024 the German broadcaster Deutsche Welle aired a news report from a classroom in Sweden. The children were 9-10 years old and the first class of the…
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Will Scotland’s planned four-day week for teachers work?
Beng Huat SeeProfessor of Education Research, School of Education, University of Birmingham Daniel WheatleyReader in Business and Labour Economics, University of Birmingham The Scottish government recently announced plans to pilot a four-day school week. The proposal comes amid growing concerns about teacher supply and wellbeing. Teaching remains one of the most stressful occupations with stress,…
What is the Circular Economy and why should we care?
By Jack McCarthy Head of Research & Adam BolandResearch Officer The Rediscovery Centre The term “Circular Economy” has become increasingly prominent in public and political discourse in recent years. In this short piece we want to provide an overview of how circularity is currently measured in the EU and why we should care. What is…
Will your school help us end Child Homelessness?
This year, Focus Ireland is inviting schools across Ireland to take part in inspiring campaigns that empower students to make real change. Rock Against Homelessness and Shine A Light being two empowering and impactful events. Done your way. In Ireland, today, over 5,000 children live in temporary accommodation. This is unacceptable. It is wrong. Enough…
Use a year to grow your independence
EIL/AFS Ireland is a not-for-profit educational charity based in Cork with more than 55 years of experience in international learning. We work to create opportunities for young people to explore the world, learn about different cultures, and gain new perspectives. Our mission is clear: to help people become active global citizens through meaningful intercultural experiences….
Apprenticeships in Telecommunications and Data Network Engineering
Who is the programme suited to? People seeking skilled employment often face a challenge that relevant work experience is a prerequisite for many jobs. But for many people, including school leavers, it is difficult to gain the required experience without being in the workplace. An apprenticeship offers the opportunity to gain the knowledge, skills, and…
Earn, learn, and build your career in Logistics and Supply Chain Management!
From the clothes we wear to the food we eat, logistics and supply chains make it all possible. This dynamic industry is all about organising, coordinating, and managing the movement of goods and information – ensuring that products get from where they’re made to where they’re needed, efficiently and on time. Operating 24/7 across every…
Rooted in Sustainability – Advanced Certificate in Arboriculture
Advanced Certificate in Arboriculture for Careers in Tree Management and Environmental Stewardship The National Apprenticeship in Arboriculture (leading to the Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Arboriculture) provides a comprehensive foundation in both the theoretical and practical aspects of tree care, preparing students for diverse careers within this essential and growing industry. Arboriculture professionals play a vital role…
Your route to success – The Transport Operations and Commercial Driving Apprenticeship
Are you looking for a career that’s exciting, hands-on, and full of opportunity? Do you want to earn a wage while you learn valuable skills and acquire qualification that keep the country and world moving? Then the Transport Operations and Commercial Driving Apprenticeship could be the perfect route for you. Why Choose a Career in…
