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TEANGA 4 / LANGUAGE 4

Module code: EDF232
Credits: 5
Semester: 1 and 2
Department: FROEBEL EDUCATION
International:
Coordinator: Máire Nic an Bhaird

	Overview
	This module integrates aspects of Irish methodologies and children’s literature in Irish. In addition it is designed to complement and integrate with Modules Language 1, 2 and 3 through students’ engagement in discussion seminars and reflection activities. Particular emphasis in this module will be placed on language pedagogy appropriate for the teaching of Irish in the primary school. The teaching of oral language, reading and writing will be explored, along with classroom practices for literacy development. Immersion education in Irish-medium schools will also be studied. Story-telling, poetry, folklore, myth and legend in Irish language literature will be studied in the context of their value for all age groups within the primary school. The contribution of these genres to cultural self-identity will be analysed both inside and outside the classroom environment. To further underline the integrative nature of this course, students will spend one week on placement in a Gaelscoil.

Overview

This module integrates aspects of Irish methodologies and children’s literature in Irish. In addition it is designed to complement and integrate with Modules Language 1, 2 and 3 through students’ engagement in discussion seminars and reflection activities.

Particular emphasis in this module will be placed on language pedagogy appropriate for the teaching of Irish in the primary school. The teaching of oral language, reading and writing will be explored, along with classroom practices for literacy development. Immersion education in Irish-medium schools will also be studied.

Story-telling, poetry, folklore, myth and legend in Irish language literature will be studied in the context of their value for all age groups within the primary school. The contribution of these genres to cultural self-identity will be analysed both inside and outside the classroom environment.

To further underline the integrative nature of this course, students will spend one week on placement in a Gaelscoil.

	Learning Outcomes
	On successful completion of the module, students should be able to: Identify linkages between language theories, literature, methodologies and classroom practice in order to promote literacy and language. Critically reflect on the benefits of language learning in society and in the classroom Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of methodologies for the teaching of Irish in the middle and senior classes Develop a pedagogy for teaching reading and writing in Irish using an integrated approach Develop knowledge and understanding of the genres of story-telling, poetry, folklore, myth and legend in Irish language literature Evaluate and plan for the appropriate use of Irish literature texts for the classroom setting

Learning Outcomes

Teaching & Learning methods

Assessment

	Repeat options
	Supplemental assignment. If completion of Gaelscoil placement is unsatisfactory, students must complete a supplemental Gaelscoil placement in May.

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TEANGA 4 / LANGUAGE 4

Semester 1

Semester 2