[…]and enabling the central focus on the learner perspective as co-educators within the education and training system. QQI acknowledges the strategic vision and ongoing commitment of USI in engaging both QQI and HEA as partners in this important initiative.” The morning launch will be followed by a series of workshops showcasing best practice and examining challenges. The Network will be hosted online through the platform developed by the National Forum for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning. The National Student Engagement Network is part of the National Student Engagement Programme (NStEP) is a collaborative initiative under development by the Union […]
[…]in student accommodation has forced students, families and professionals to race for accommodation, and compete for somewhere to live. In many instances, this competition has pushed students to take accommodation that exists outside of their price range.” “More than 25,000 students have already accepted their college places yesterday from the CAO.” Michael Kerrigan, USI President, said. “There is still a shortage of accommodation, and students are being crammed into small spaces, with harsh living conditions and horror stories of the state of living. While most of the accommodation has already been taken up, anyone who has already accepted their place […]
[…]Investment in student accommodation is investment in reduced rates of wasteful non-completion and increased rates of study success.’ added Hoey. The National Student Housing Survey focuses on five areas: demographics, accommodation status and conditions, satisfaction with current accommodation and past experiences of all students living and studying in Ireland. It is divided into 6 modules: current study situation, current housing situation, finding a place, satisfaction with your accommodation, accommodation conditions, past experiences. The survey will be open for three weeks and is available here. By submitting responses, students may enter the draw to win an iPad mini or one of five […]
[…]it puts the student voice at the centre of our work and it will help to provide both inspiration and information for our enhancement mandate. Excellent teachers do more than come to lectures prepared. They set us on career paths, share their passion and they inspire and challenge learners in all sorts of ways. Each of us can remember a teacher that made a lasting difference in our lives. These awards provide students with the opportunity to nominate teachers, who have demonstrated excellence in their teaching and impacted their students’ lifelong learning. We are honoured that Mary McAleese has come […]
[…]third-level institutions in urban areas, and puts actions in place to end the shortage. Minister Bruton said, “Housing output fell by over 90%, from 93,000 homes in 2006 to just over 8,301 in 2013. We lost a decade worth of home building after the crash of 2008 and the construction industry was in ruins with over 160,000 jobs lost. “Eleven months into the implementation of Rebuilding Ireland there is strong evidence that the focus on increasing and accelerating supply is starting to work, with planning permissions and commencement notices both up. “Today, as part of the Rebuilding Ireland Action Plan, I am launching the […]
