Launch of report on the education of mathematics and science at second level
Release date: Friday, 12 February 2010
On Thursday, 11th February, 2010, the President of Engineers Ireland, Dr. Chris Horn, Chartered Engineer FIEI, launched the Engineers Ireland report on education of mathematics and science at second level.
He explained that "the work arose from a continuing and growing concern over the annual results of leaving certificate examinations, combined with anecdotal evidence from members, of a general demising competence in mathematics and science amongst school leavers".
Whilst Engineers Ireland has no formal role in the education of mathematics and science in our school system, and therefore stands outside of the system, Dr. Horn explained that "we are more than willing to offer our support with our competencies, practical experience and our enthusiasm to both teachers and students alike".
He concluded by saying "an appreciation of mathematics underpins not just engineering and innovation, but science and the humanities, business and the arts". Therefore, "in re-building our economy, all of us must rediscover the intense value of mathematics".