asked the Minister for Education if there is any provision for the operation of teacher-exchange schemes with other countries; and, if not, why.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Teacher-Exchange Schemes.
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There is no formal provision for such schemes. The main reason for this is that our teachers are not employees of the State.
It is probable, however, that a higher proportion of our serving teachers have had experience abroad than is the case in most other countries.