Detailed introduction of Christian Leadership in Education Office:

Introduction

Christian Leadership in Education Office (hereinafter referred to as CLEO) is located in Cork, Ireland. It mainly provides postgraduate training courses in the field of education and is committed to cultivating professionals with Christian education leadership.

Overview

Course settings: CLEO offers a variety of education-related postgraduate courses, including Advanced Certificate in Educational Research, Advanced Diploma in Educational Research, Master of Education (MA), Doctor of Education (EdD), Doctor of Education (PhD), etc. In 2019, CLEO also partnered with St. Patrick's College in Maynooth and the Catholic Education Alliance at the University of Notre Dame to begin offering a Diploma in Catholic Education.

Student Outcomes: Since partnering with the University of Hull, more than 250 teachers have obtained a Master of Education degree, more than 20 teachers have completed a doctorate, and their Master of Education degrees have been recognized by the Irish Department of Education. About 50 graduates have been appointed as school principals.

History and Establishment

CLEO was founded in 1991 as the Christian Formation Resource Centre (CFRC), which was founded by several Catholic religious groups. In 1997, it was transferred to the Oblates and renamed the Christian Leadership in Education Office. Since 1992, it has been collaborating with the University of Hull to offer postgraduate degree courses.

School Strength

Teaching Staff: The specific number of teachers is not explicitly mentioned, but judging from the quality of its courses and student outcomes, its teaching staff should have a high level of professionalism and teaching skills, and be able to provide students with high-quality education and teaching services.

Academic Cooperation: CLEO It has established a long-term and stable academic cooperation relationship with the University of Hull, and its postgraduate courses have been certified by the University of Hull, ensuring the quality and academic recognition of the courses. In addition, CLEO has also cooperated with institutions such as St. Patrick's College in Maynooth and the Catholic Education Alliance of the University of Notre Dame, further expanding its academic resources and educational influence.

Teaching mode: The course adopts a combination of face-to-face teaching and after-school learning. The teaching location is in Cork City, and the teaching time is after school. This teaching mode is convenient for in-service teachers to learn, and can ensure the quality of teaching and interaction between teachers and students.

Institutional nature

CLEO is an educational institution with a Catholic background and is affiliated to the Oblates.

Educational philosophy

Emphasis on integrating Roman Catholic traditions into education, focusing on cultivating students' Christian education leadership, and by providing high-quality postgraduate education courses, enabling students to better spread and practice Christian values ​​in the field of education and contribute to the development of Christian education.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Education is its key discipline area, covering multiple aspects from basic educational theories to educational practice applications, such as educational leadership, religious education, and educational research methods. Its curriculum is closely centered around the core knowledge and skills of the education discipline, aiming to improve students' professional literacy and practical ability in the field of education.

Key Laboratory: No specific key laboratory was found. CLEO has a dedicated key laboratory, but from the perspective of its educational practice, it may cooperate with local schools and other educational institutions to establish a practical teaching base to provide students with opportunities for educational internships and practical research, so as to enhance students' educational practice ability and understanding of the educational scene.

Department

No clear division of CLEO's departments was found, but from the perspective of its course level and subject area, it can be roughly divided into the Graduate Education Department, which is responsible for organizing and managing the teaching and research of various types of education graduate courses.

Ranking

No specific comprehensive ranking of CLEO in Ireland or internationally was found, but from its cooperation with well-known institutions such as the University of Hull and its professionalism and influence in the field of education, it has a certain degree of popularity and recognition in the field of Christian education in Ireland.

Cost

No clear tuition standards were found, but generally speaking, the tuition fees for its graduate courses may vary depending on factors such as course type, level and duration. For specific fees, please consult CLEO's admissions department or visit its official website for the latest information.

Campus

Location: CLEO is located in Mardyke, Munster, Cork, Ireland. The specific address is Mark Dye House, Mardyke, Cork.

Campus Facilities: The teaching activities on campus are mainly carried out in Mark Dye House, which provides students with a suitable learning environment and teaching facilities to meet the needs of postgraduate course teaching, seminars, lectures and other activities. In addition, the annual CLEO reunion lecture will also be held in Mardyke House, providing a platform for communication and learning for students, alumni and educators.