Education failures - Skill to solve problems is sadly lacking

Two official reports published yesterday point to disturbing failures of our education system.

The first by Forfás, the Government’s advisory body on trade, science, technology, and innovation. Its report said Ireland must improve the quality and quantity of third-level computing and engineering graduates if the country is to meet demand for skills in this area between now and 2018.

Forfás chief executive Martin Shanahan said it is important to focus on science, engineering, and maths in mainstream education, adding that more women need to be encouraged to consider careers in the information and communication technology sector.