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NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description

This module will focus on language awareness. Students will develop a knowledge of specific linguistic aspects of Irish, eg. Grammar, spelling and phonics in Irish. They will develop an understanding of an inductive approach to the teaching of grammar to meet the challenges of lack of accuracy in all-Irish schools. There will be a focus on the most common inaccuracies. The teaching of minority languages in an international context will be investigated.

Learning Outcomes

1. TBC



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Total Workload: 0

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

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Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment% Examination Weight%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
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