NCCA considers college dedicated to Gaelscoil teacher training

A DEDICATED teacher training college for those seeking work in all-Irish schools has been proposed as part of a review of teaching of the language.

The proposal is one of a number in relation to teacher education being considered by the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA) before presenting advice on the issue to Education Minister Mary Hanafin, probably in January.

A discussion document was submitted to a seminar held by the NCCA and An Chomhairle um Oideachas Gaeltachta agus Gaelscolaíochta (COGG), a statutory body catering for the needs of the 350 Gael- scoileanna and schools in Gaeltacht regions.