Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Wednesday, 7 September 2016

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Education and Skills

Educational Research Centre: Discussion with Chairperson Designate

11:00 am

Photo of Fiona O'LoughlinFiona O'Loughlin (Kildare South, Fianna Fail)
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Thank you very much, Dr. Travers. There is no doubt that you have vast experience in the education sector in regard to both students and teachers. It was interesting to hear about the work of the Educational Research Centre and what it has achieved in the past 50 years, particularly the priorities you highlighted relating to educational disadvantage and access.

I will open the floor to members. Please indicate if you would like to ask Dr. Travers any questions either on his opening statement or on the work he proposes to carry out as chairman designate of the Educational Research Centre.