Irish 101: An Introduction to Irish Language and Culture
Course Features
Duration
4 weeks
Delivery Method
Online
Available on
Lifetime Access
Accessibility
Desktop, Laptop
Language
English
Subtitles
English
Level
Beginner
Effort
4 hours per week
Teaching Type
Self Paced
Course Description
Course Overview
International Faculty
Post Course Interactions
Instructor-Moderated Discussions
Skills You Will Gain
What You Will Learn
Compare Irish names and gain an understanding of naming conventions in Irish
Describe your family, your home and your interests
Discuss greetings, blessings and curses in the Irish language
Discuss where you and your people come from
Explore the beginnings of the written language through learning about OGHAM and the origins of the Irish alphabet
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
Engage with the Irish language through culture
Target Students
This course is aimed at anyone interested in Irish language, history and culture If you’ve always wanted to learn Irish, this course gives the ideal starting point, providing context for the language and its origins
