Hi Kevin,
As an island country there’s has been a historical disconnect from global goings on. However, as you’ve mooted the themes of Development Education are becoming more and more relevant in the connected Ireland our students live in today and it’s incumbent on us as teachers (and of course parents) to ensure they become responsible and aware global citizens. The challenge is, to get them active in this role and interested in making the world a better place and that’s what Development Education is all about, developing understanding and empathy.