Research reports 2012

The Department of Education (DE) Research Report Series is designed to provide easy access to research findings for policy makers, researchers, teachers, lecturers, employers and the public.

Any views expressed in the Research Reports are those of the authors and not necessarily those of the Department of Education.

This page lists Research Reports published in 2012.

Needs assessment and feasibility study for the development of high level diagnostic tools in Irish for children with special education needs in the Irish medium sector - Report No. 57 - pdf 657 kb

Needs assessment and feasibility study for the development of high level diagnostic tools in Irish for children with special education needs in the Irish medium sector - Appendices - pdf 727 kb

RSMMcClure Watters (formerly FGS McClure Watters)was commissioned by the Department of Education to undertake a Needs Assessment and Feasibility Study for the Development of High Level Diagnostic Tools in Irish for Children with Special Educational Needs in the Irish Medium Sector. The aims of the research were to identify and define the exact need for high level diagnostic tools in Irish; and assess the technical, operational and economic feasibility of the development of such tools, through examination of existing models and research.

Research into improving attendance in schools serving deprived areas - Report No 58 - pdf 546 kb

Research into improving attendance in schools serving deprived areas: Appendices part 1 - pdf 1Mb

RSM McClure Watters was commissioned by the Department to undertake research into improving attendance in schools serving deprived areas. The aim of the research was to provide DE with information that will inform policy and practice in those schools with low attendance rates to help them in improving attendance.

This page was last updated on 21 May 2012.