Irish Gaelic 2: module 3
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- Course Code: LRG213
- Dates: 17/04/24 - 26/06/24
- Time: 10:30 - 12:00
- Taught: Wed, Daytime
- Duration: 11 sessions (over 11 weeks)
- Location: Keeley Street
- Tutor: William Brady
Course Code: LRG213
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Duration: 11 sessions (over 11 weeks)
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What is the course about?
Focusing mainly on oral communication, this course will help you to communicate more comfortably in Irish at a lower intermediate level.
What will we cover?
- Health, body & wellbeing
- Around the house
- Development of present/past/future tenses.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Feel confident using phrases on the topic of body & health
- Express emotions and feelings using clear and simple language
- Have a basic knowledge of useful, practical language for everyday living at home & around the house.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is intended for those who have completed Irish 2: Module 2 or who have studied Irish for over a year. If you are a speaker of Irish who is coming back to the language after a while it may also be suitable. Contact the languages department for more information if you are unsure of your level.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Our courses are characterised by spoken interaction and communication. Typical activities include pair work, group work, role plays and games. A range of resources will be used to support your learning including presentations, hand-outs, and audio-visual material.
Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Information on course books and materials will be provided during the first session.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Students can progess to Irish Gaelic 3: module 1 in September.
William Brady is a lecturer at St Mary’s University, Twickenham and is from Dublin. In 2019 he received his PhD in English Literature from Trinity College Dublin and has presented his research in Ireland, the United Kingdom, the United States and Croatia. He writes and lectures on contemporary literature, war writing, and psychogeography. A passionate Gaeilgeoir, he is on the committee of Conradh na Gaeilge i Londain, which promotes and organises events relating to Irish language and culture in London. He is also a contributor to the Nuacht Mhall podcast, which delivers news and current affairs at a gentle pace for learners of the Irish language.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.