Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The discussions that take place between the students and the teacher ensure that the teacher knows the range and capacity of each student and he or she can give guidance based on what the NCCA will set out as to how best the work should be completed. Teachers know the situation best and it is for that kind of project work that 40% of the marks are awarded. That is eminently achievable by teachers. Deputy Martin was wrong to say there were preconditions-----

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