Teachers must think again [Independent.ie]
- Published: 28 December 2009
Ireland prides itself on the quality of its education system. Primary teachers are drawn from the highest point-scoring Leaving Certificate students, while those taking the Post Graduate Diploma in Education -- the old H Dip -- are drawn from the ranks of honours graduates.
The teachers help Irish pupils perform well in international comparisons of achievements in English, maths and science.
There is always room for improvement but the good standing of our education system is recognised and has helped attract foreign direct investment.
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