Norma Foley (Kerry, Fianna Fail)
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Some initial teacher education programmes facilitate that type of approach. I acknowledge that. I also acknowledge the benefit of practical experience in the classroom, which I know from my own experience. We have seen the manner in which students have come on board with us, particularly during the Covid pandemic. I further acknowledge our summer provision programme, in the delivery of which many young students play an intrinsic part. We are moving towards providing the maximum opportunity for children to avail of the expertise of trainee staff who are coming on board. There are opportunities in this area.