Irish 101: An Introduction to Irish Language and Culture

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Dublin City University

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Irish 101: An Introduction to Irish Language and Culture

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Irish 101: An Introduction to Irish Language and Culture

The course Irish 101: An Introduction to Irish Language and Culture is an online class provided by Dublin City University through Future Learn. It may be possible to receive a verified certification or use the course to prepare for a degree.

Get an introduction to Ireland’s culture by learning the basics of the Irish language.

Course description

Engage with Irish culture and history through language
4 weeks

Ireland is home to a unique language and a vibrant Gaelic culture.
On this course, you’ll discover how Irish people drew inspiration from nature to create their own unique script and alphabet.
You’ll explore Ireland’s rich culture of dance, Gaelic games, music, storytelling and literature. And you’ll gain an insight into the language of Ireland and the people who speak it.
So take the first step on your journey to learn one of the oldest literary languages in Europe.
Bígí linn – join us!

Introduction to the Irish language
Ogham and the first writing in Irish
The alphabet & pronunciation
Greetings, blessings and curses
Irish names and mythology
Me, my family and where I come from
An overview of the Gaeltachtaí and other cultural places in Ireland
Numbers and counting
The home and social life
Amenities, directions and Gaelic sport

Introduction to the Irish language
Ogham and the first writing in Irish
The alphabet & pronunciation
Greetings, blessings and curses
Irish names and mythology
Me, my family and where I come from
An overview of the Gaeltachtaí and other cultural places in Ireland
Numbers and counting
The home and social life
Amenities, directions and Gaelic sport

Engage with the Irish language through culture
Explore the beginnings of the written language through learning about OGHAM and the origins of the Irish alphabet
Discuss greetings, blessings and curses in the Irish language
Discuss where you and your people come from
Describe your family, your home and your interests
Compare Irish names and gain an understanding of naming conventions in Irish
Explore the cultural association of the language with mythology, sport and music
Identify the Gaeltachtaí or Irish speaking areas where Irish is the main language of communication

This course is aimed at anyone interested in Irish language, history and culture.

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Irish 101: An Introduction to Irish Language and Culture

Course Topic

History, Language

University, College, Institution

Dublin City University

Course Skill Level

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Course Language

English

Place of class

Online, self-paced (see curriculum for more information)

Degree

Certificate

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Irish 101: An Introduction to Irish Language and Culture

To obtain a verified certificate from Future Learn / Dublin City University you have to finish this course or the latest version of it, if there is a new edition. The class may be free of charge, but there could be some cost to receive a verified certificate or to access the learning materials. The specifics of the course may have been changed, please consult the provider to get the latest quotes and news.

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