Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 31 May 2017
143. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Minister for Education and Skills if his Department has undertaken a review of the senior cycle programmes, including vocational pathways; the status of the review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26139/17]
View answerIncreasing choice at Senior Cycle is important for student motivation and engagement. It will ensure curriculum development continues to respond to the changing needs of learners, society and the economy.
As outlined in the Action Plan for Education 2017, a review of senior cycle programmes (including Leaving Certificate Applied) and vocational pathways in senior cycle, has been commenced by the NCCA, with a view to recommending areas for development. As a first step, to inform this review, the NCCA has commissioned research to scope international developments in Upper Secondary Education, which is due to be completed in Summer 2017.
