S5Ep7: Roderic O'Gorman on Early Childhood Education

S5Ep7: Roderic O'Gorman on Early Childhood Education

Author: Paula Walshe & Celine Govern March 13, 2025 Duration: 39:58
Current Leader of the Green Party and former Minister for the DCEDIY, Roderic O'Gorman TD joins us on the podcast! We have a great discussion with Roderic about his time as the Minister of the Department with responsibility for the ECEC sector and his early childhood experiences which shaped him as a future member and leader of the Green Party. We also ask Roderic some important questions about recent issues impacting the ECEC sector such as professionalisation and terminology, funding, plans for a public system and the change of the sector name from ECEC to ELC. This was such an insightful and interesting chat.......we hope you enjoy it!

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Paula Walshe and Celine Govern are your guides through the complex, rewarding world of early childhood education. Their The ECE Quality Ireland Podcast sits at the heart of a vital conversation for educators, practitioners, and anyone invested in the care of young children. Rather than offering simple answers, each episode delves into the nuanced realities of quality and professional practice, creating a space for genuine reflection and shared learning. You’ll hear discussions that feel like a thoughtful staff room dialogue, covering practical strategies, evolving pedagogical approaches, and the broader landscape of ECEC both in Ireland and internationally. This podcast serves as a dedicated forum for dissecting what truly makes a difference in early years settings, moving beyond theory to examine the everyday decisions that shape a child's experience. Tune in for a consistently insightful and grounded perspective that treats early childhood education with the depth and seriousness it deserves, all while fostering a sense of community among those committed to this essential work.
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