The PDST Young Economist of the Year (YEOTY) national awards, is organised by the Professional Development Service for Teachers (PDST). The CSO is proud to partner with YEOTY as a sponsor of the Medal for Best Use of Data Award. The YEOTY invites students to explore real-life issues by submitting projects on any area of economics but projects must refer to at least one of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (Economic, Social or Environmental goals).
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Students’ submissions are evaluated by economists and educationalists from a range of universities and economic institutions based on the quality of the investigation and economic analysis. Submissions are accepted by way of poster, essay, report, short video/documentary, PowerPoint, Prezi etc.
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Winners of the CSO Medal for Best Use of Data Award will be announced at the YEOTY Awards Ceremony in May and will also receive an invitation to attend the CSO Awards Ceremony in October where they will be presented with their medal.
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The Medal for the Best Use of Data Award will be presented to the winner at the Annual CSO Awards Ceremony held in the Cusack Suite in Croke Park in October.
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