15 Amendments of Seán KELLY related to 2011/2088(INI)
Amendment 10 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital A
Recital A
A. whereas young people, in order to participate fully in society, must possess a broad spectrum of knowledge and essential skills, including effective communication, working in teams, problem-solving and the ability to critically evaluate information,
Amendment 20 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital F
Recital F
F. whereas ESL has severe consequences not only for the EU's economic growth, the European skills base and social stability but also for the career paths, health and well-being of young people, as lack of education is also a key cause of poverty and negative health outcomes,
Amendment 38 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4 a (new)
Paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. Highlights the link between ESL and youth unemployment; notes that more than half of early school leavers in the EU were unemployed in 2009 and that ESL can lead to an overdependence on precarious jobs as well as exacerbating the problem of structural unemployment in the broader population;
Amendment 42 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5 a (new)
Paragraph 5 a (new)
5a. Notes that early school leavers are less likely to be actively involved in social and economic entrepreneurialism which has negative consequences for the economy and society;
Amendment 44 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. States that equality of opportunities and choice in education for individuals of all backgrounds is vital in creating an equal cohesive, innovative and vibrant society;
Amendment 54 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. Calls for a personalised and inclusive approach to education, beginning at early school education and care, which includes targeted support for individuals at risk of ESL where necessary;
Amendment 58 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Suggests that each secondary and vocational schools set up a counselling services, separate from teaching staff, to enable students with personal problems to talk them through in confidence; stresses that staff providing counselling must have adequate training;
Amendment 64 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Encourages a more hands-on learning approach, and suggests that efficient early- warning mechanisms and follow-up procedures be put in place to prevent problems from escalating; points out that, in order to achieve this, two-waymultilateral communication and closer cooperation between schools and parents and community leaders are crucial;
Amendment 71 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. Encourages better career guidance and work experience schemes at school, including exposure to entrepreneurialism, in order to demystify the world of work for pupils and motivate them to set realistic goals; stresses that career guidance counsellors must receive appropriate and ongoing training to proactively engage with potential early school leavers;
Amendment 79 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11
Paragraph 11
11. SuggestRecommends that mentoring schemes be set up in schools to provide students with exposure to high-achieving individuals, especially if they were formerly at their educational institution;
Amendment 94 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14
Paragraph 14
14. Emphasises the crucial importance of state and voluntary schooling systems offering the highest qualitypossible quality and choice;
Amendment 121 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 17
Paragraph 17
17. ENotes that the targeted provision of high quality early childhood education and care by highly trained professionals leads to a subsequent reduction in ESL; encourages Member States to invest in qualified and well-trained staff for both preschool and compulsory education; suggests that teaching assistants be employed in schools to work with struggling pupils and to assist classroom teachers in their work;
Amendment 133 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 18
Paragraph 18
18. Notes that students must be made aware as early as possible, of the range of career options open to them and suggests that schools forge partnerships with local companies and organisations, enabling students to meet professionals from different fields;
Amendment 144 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20 a (new)
Paragraph 20 a (new)
20a. Recognises the benefits of sport, cultural activities, volunteering and active citizenship in providing a forum for non- formal education and lifelong learning;
Amendment 148 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 21
Paragraph 21
21. Stresses the importance of varied educational pathways for students, combining academic and vocational skills training, and calls on schooleducational institutions, where possible, to match educational programmes with labour market demand; stresses also the importance of opportunities to learn a second European language to facilitate youth on the move and to motivate young people to develop interests and perspectives outside their own narrow environment;