Vol. 513 No. 3
325 Ms Shortall asked the Minister for Education and Science the precise arrangements in the 2000 junior certificate for the examination of students who suffer from dyslexia; if different arrangements from 1999 will apply; the way in which their assessments will be carried out; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2472/00]
326 Ms Shortall asked the Minister for Education and Science the main recommendations of the expert advisory group with regard to the assessment of dyslexic students; if the groups deliberations have been completed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2473/00]
I propose to take Questions Nos. 325 and 326 together.
The report and recommendations of the expert advisory group on certificate examinations in relation to the arrangements for the assessment of candidates with special needs in certificate examinations has just been published.
The advisory group identified a set of principles as a basis for dealing with this complex and difficult area. My Department has begun the process of implementing the recommendations and applying the principles to applications on hand for this year's examinations.
The full text of the report and a circular setting out revised arrangements that will come into effect immediately have been circulated to schools and other interested parties. I am arranging to have the Deputy provided with copies of these documents.
