Huge numbers opting for higher level maths who 'aren't able for it' 

Huge numbers opting for higher level maths who 'aren't able for it' 

Maths teachers have some 'serious concerns' about recent developments in the direction of the teaching of mathematics.

A “huge” number of Leaving Cert students are insisting on taking higher level maths despite their capabilities, to pick up the extra bonus points, teachers have warned.

The Oireachtas committee on education met on Tuesday to continue its discussions on the future of science, technology, engineering and maths (Stem) in Irish education. 

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