- Course Code
- GH 1507
- Credit Points
- 15
- Course Coordinator
- Ms M M MacIver
Pre-requisites
GH 1007: Gaelic for Beginners 1A
Co-requisites
Overview
The course will concentrate on the acquisition of essential grammar and vocabulary and will build on previous knowledge to further develop ability across all four linguistic skills.
Structure
Four hours per week of formal class tuition structured as follows:
- 3 hours of formal language study that includes grammar, reading and comprehension.
- 1 hour of tutor directed oral study.
As part of the oral element of the course a programme of directed study in the language laboratory is also undertaken by students.
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 will form the basis of the 20% continuous assessment.
The oral assessment (20%) will be based on performance in all classes and the 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.