The report points out that many teachers do not feel able to tackle SPHE at Leaving Certificate level and the subject does not always enjoy a high status.

The Irish Universities Association expressed “grave concern” to the Minister about the long delay in allocating funding for the Strategic Innovation Fund.

Originating 13 years ago on the streets of Dublin, Kíla has developed from a buskers collective into one of Ireland’s most innovative and creative bands.

Directed by Jack Shepherd (Royal National Theatre; star of TV’s Wycliffe)

Mary Shelley’s classic tale is brought to life in this stunning new adaptation, directed by Neil Sheppeck, at the Pavilion Theatre, Dun Laoghaire.

Professor Jim Browne has been appointed NUI Galway’s twelfth president by the university’s governing body. He succeeds Dr Iognáid Ó Muircheartaigh, who has held the office since 2000.

Minister for Education Mary Hanafin acknowledged that the state had a very poor record over decades in providing for children with special needs.

The principal of a Co Limerick secondary school defended his school’s policy on mobile phones following a complaint by a parent to gardaí.

A college run by foreign businessmen and located at All Hallows College has been accused of offering unrecognised degrees that are in effect “worthless”.

Desperate parents believe that ABA education is the only means by which their children with autism will be able to lead an independent life.

New technology with the potential to make a patient diagnosis 200 times faster than conventional technology was launched this week at TCD`s Institute of Molecular Medicine, based at St James`s Hospital.

According to a section of the 1998 Education Act yet to be implemented, teachers who are not registered with The Teaching Council cannot be paid by the Department of Education.

Funding for nine new engineering posts across Higher Education Institutes in Ireland has been announced by Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment Micheál Martin.

This important book by Anton Trant, pioneer in curriculum studies and educational thought, is reviewed by John T. Medlycott.

Schools, colleges, universities, businesses and other institutions engaged in language initiatives are invited to apply.

Who`s Who introduces people who are making an important contribution to education in Ireland today.

Minister Mary Hanafin’s stance on education for autistic children has been sharply criticised by Dr Rita Honan, Psychology Department, Trinity College.

The long-awaited Student Support Bill, aimed at streamlining the process of application and payment of maintenance grants, has been published and is expected to take effect in the 2009-10 academic year.

IPPN challenges the Education Minister for failing to “meaningfully consult the professional body that represents principals”.

The ‘Buy a Miracle Tree’ campaign is designed to educate everyone about the importance of trees - particularly the Moringa tree - to the development of sustainable livelihoods for the people of the Horn of Africa.