Higher Education in Ireland.

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Ireland was one of the first European countries to grasp the economic importance of education. But higher education in Ireland is now at a crossroads, with significant challenges to overcome. How can Ireland meet its stated objective of "placing its higher education system in the top ranks of OECD member countries in terms of both quality and levels of participation"? How can it create "a world class research, development and innovation capacity"?. High levels of investment are needed for a major expansion of postgraduate studies and capacity for research, development and innovation. Mechanism.  Read more... Foreword Table of Contents Executive Summary Part I. Examiners' Report Chapter 1. Context and International Comparisons Chapter 2. A Crossroads in the Development of Irish Tertiary Education Chapter 3. The Governance and Management of Irish Tertiary Education Institutions Chapter 4. Widening Participation and Lifelong Learning Chapter 5. Research, R & D and Innovation Chapter 6. The Strategic Management of the Irish Tertiary Education System Chapter 7. The Need for Further Investment in Irish Tertiary Education Chapter 8. Conclusion Part II. Country Background Report.