GAELIC FOR BEGINNERS 1A

GAELIC FOR BEGINNERS 1A
Course Code
GH 1007
Credit Points
15
Course Coordinator
Ms M M MacIver

Pre-requisites

 

Overview

The course will develop a basic understanding of the Gaelic language through focussing on all four linguistic skills.

Structure

Four hours per week of class tuition structured as follows:

  • 3 hours of formal language study that includes grammar, reading and comprehension.

  • 1 hour of tutor directed oral study.

The oral element also includes a programme of directed study being undertaken by students in the language laboratory.

Assessment

1st Attempt: 1 two-hour examination (60%); Continuous Assessment (20%); Continuous Oral assessment (20%).

Resit: 1 two-hour examination (100%).

Formative Assessment

4 formative assessments on different aspects of written Gaelic language.

These four pieces of work form the basis of the continuous assessment (20%).

The oral assessment (20%) will be based on performance in all classes and completion of certain assignments throughout the course.

Feedback

The above assessments are given CAS marks and written feedback. General verbal feedback is given in class. Additional written and/or verbal feedback is given on an individual basis as required.