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Acknowledgements

As I approach the end of my thesis, an accomplishment I am very proud of, I would

like to thank the people who have helped me get here.

Thank you:

To my supervisor Dr. Yvonne Crotty who instilled confidence in my abilities,

recognised my creativity and encouraged me to develop it. You guided me
throughout this whole process and did so with genuine interest, passion and a sense

of humour.

To Dr. Margaret Farren for your expertise and guidance.

To my peers on the MEME programme for your support, inspiration and

collaboration.

To my work colleagues at Castle Park Primary School, Dalkey for your interest,

support and encouragement. To the parents and pupils of our school for your
involvement and enthusiasm.

To my parents Mary and Tony Shaughnessy who have imparted their knowledge and

strong work ethic onto me. They have always emphasised the importance of
education. To my sister and brother Tara and Anthony, thank you for listening, your

continuous support and inspiration to succeed.

To my Dublin family the Mahons, thank you for all you’ve done for me over the past

few years.

And finally, I would like to dedicate this work to my wife Pamela. You have been

my constant, there for me through every minute good and bad. You motivated,
encouraged and supported me for the past two years and I wouldn’t have been able

to do this without you. Thank you for everything you did for me.

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