Courses :: Module, IRISH LANGUAGE 1 (SEMESTER 2)

	Overview
	The primary aim of LC101X is to provide a solid basis in the Irish language for beginners, through developing comprehension, speaking, reading and writing skills at a basic level. Classtime will be focused on building a good basic vocabulary, introducing grammatical concepts and focus on pronunciation. Irish language culture and heritage is an integral part of the course and various topics will be presented in lectures by School of Celtic Studies staff. This class will follow TEG Bonnleibh�al 1 (A1) syllabus closely. TEG (Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge, www.teg.ie) is an examination system for adult learners of Irish that is linked to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (Council of Europe, 2001). A1 level is intended for complete beginners. At the end of LC101, students should be able to communicate basic information about themselves through the medium of Irish.

Overview

The primary aim of LC101X is to provide a solid basis in the Irish language for beginners, through developing comprehension, speaking, reading and writing skills at a basic level. Classtime will be focused on building a good basic vocabulary, introducing grammatical concepts and focus on pronunciation. Irish language culture and heritage is an integral part of the course and various topics will be presented in lectures by School of Celtic Studies staff.

This class will follow TEG Bonnleibh�al 1 (A1) syllabus closely. TEG (Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge, www.teg.ie) is an examination system for adult learners of Irish that is linked to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (Council of Europe, 2001). A1 level is intended for complete beginners.

At the end of LC101, students should be able to communicate basic information about themselves through the medium of Irish.

	Learning Outcomes
	On successful completion of the module, students should be able to: Use single words and simple sentences while taking part in a conversation based on topics and general information that relate to everyday life. understand simple speech delivered in a slow, carefully articulated but natural manner. understand texts that are short and simple insofar as they relate specifically to everyday life. understand texts on a phrase-by phrase basis, finding words and recognisable phrases. write simple words and very simple basic phrases. understand some principal aspects of Irish culture, particularly those aspects relating to Irish and the Gaeltacht (Irish speaking areas).

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