Under-valued Vocational Education in Ireland Hinders Economic Growth and Progress
The article discusses the history of vocational and technical education in Ireland from 1930 to 2015. It shows how technical education was first introduced in 1899 and how it evolved over time. The development of vocational and technical education was influenced by changes in the economy and society. Throughout most of this period, vocational and technical education was not fully appreciated for its importance in education and the economy.