[…]to course content, teaching hours, job prospects and more.” Research conducted in 2015 by USI and the National Forum for the Enhancement of Teaching & Learning in Higher Education showed that the adequacy of prior information was the most significant trigger factor for student withdrawal. USI noted that that teaching colleges have a significantly lower dropout rate because prospective students of teaching are well informed of vocational pathways involved in becoming a teacher. Leahy also stated that, “criticism of “prior information” combines how prepared students are to make the transition from secondary school to a more independent third-level environment. There […]
[…]are unclear on the priorities of students: a complete overhaul of the student accommodation system and construction of affordable student accommodation, permanently abolishing the Student Contribution Charge from Budget 2025 and a robust plan for a state-funded solution to the national housing crisis.” As USI has said before, a lack of action on these issues will directly impact how USI campaigns in the next general election and our message to this Government is loud and clear: Change or be […]
[…]difficulties. Together, we can focus on promoting educated and positive attitudes to mental health and wellbeing and a positive approach in what we do as we lead students in looking after their own mental health and those around them”. Let’s Talk, Let’s Change Minds, Let’s Reach […]