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Mature Students - An Examination Of Dit’S Policy And Practice, Dáire Mag Cuill
Mature Students - An Examination Of Dit’S Policy And Practice, Dáire Mag Cuill
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This paper examines the current position of mature students in the Technological University Dublin, the largest third-level institute in Ireland. It also deals with the treatment of mature applicants, and the position of mature students in the Republic of Ireland in general. The focus of the paper is on equity issues, and in all discussions of equity the underpinning principle is equality of opportunity. Where places on a third-level course are limited, for example, all applicants must be treated equally and the places allocated in a ‘fair’ manner. This does not mean that one cannot discriminate in the true sense …
Rethinking Philosophy:A Proposed Model Aimed At Improving The Philosophy Of Education Within Hospitality Management In Ireland, Colin O'Connor
Rethinking Philosophy:A Proposed Model Aimed At Improving The Philosophy Of Education Within Hospitality Management In Ireland, Colin O'Connor
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This study explores the philosophy of higher education within hospitality management education in Ireland. The central aim of this study is to develop a model to assist educators examine and improve their philosophy of hospitality education. The study reveals the positive contribution that the philosophy of education can make to educators of hospitality management and the hospitality industry. The purpose and role
of educational philosophy is both a fundamental and valid concept for those involved in
higher education and hospitality management education. The study reviews current literature in the tield of educational philosophy and
hospitality management education. An in·depth qualitative …
Academic Leadership And Curriculum Change: The Development Of A Programme In Applied Social Studies, Perry Share
Academic Leadership And Curriculum Change: The Development Of A Programme In Applied Social Studies, Perry Share
Irish Journal of Applied Social Studies
No abstract provided.
Transformations: Theory And Practice In Early Education: Proceedings Of The Conference Held In University College Cork, Saturday, 5th April, 2003, Noirin Hayes, Margaret Kernan
Transformations: Theory And Practice In Early Education: Proceedings Of The Conference Held In University College Cork, Saturday, 5th April, 2003, Noirin Hayes, Margaret Kernan
Conference Papers
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Information-Literacy Programmes And Course Curricula: The Case For Integration, Anne Ambrose, Brian Gillespie
Information-Literacy Programmes And Course Curricula: The Case For Integration, Anne Ambrose, Brian Gillespie
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"Our ability to think, and to select and use the information at our disposal will be the critical determinant of the future success of the Information Society in Ireland."
(Information Society Commission 2000: 118)
The quotation above acknowledges the critical importance of information skills, and suggests that the very success of the concept of an 'information society' relies upon an information-literate population. Surveys of employers show an increasing demand for 'graduates with an ability to analyse, evaluate and process information effectively' (Big Blue, 2002: 4). Such skills are directly related to the aims and processes of …
A Model Of Social Work Education: Providing Professional Training For Practitioners In Full-Time Employment, Nuala Lordan, Ann O'Sullivan, Margaret O'Connor
A Model Of Social Work Education: Providing Professional Training For Practitioners In Full-Time Employment, Nuala Lordan, Ann O'Sullivan, Margaret O'Connor
Irish Journal of Applied Social Studies
This article provides an evaluation and analysis of a professional social work course for experienced practitioners from the point of view of the course team and the participants at the Department of Applied Social Studies, University College, Cork. Although the initiative described is a unique one the issues examined may be relevant to wider social work training. Central themes of discussion include principles .2f adult education, attempts to bridge the theory practice divide, the use of group work and- "Portfolio as learning contexts. An independent model of practice teaching is also ex~mined. The experience suggests that the development of a …