Research 2012
This page lists Research Reports published in 2012.
RSM McClure 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 - RB2/2012 357kb
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 five year longitudinal study tracked 378 boys from nine post-primary schools across Northern Ireland, investigating their educational experiences and factors that impacted upon their social, physical, psychological and emotional well-being.
