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Award: Distance Learning
Study Mode: Distance Learning, Part-time
Course Contact: Distance Learning Team astar@smo.uhi.ac.uk

Description

An Cùrsa Inntrigidh is a supported distance learning Gaelic course for complete beginners and learners with a little Gaelic. The emphasis during learning is on speaking and listening skills, but reading and writing skills are also an important part of the course.

Course materials are accessed online and consist of study workbooks, sound files (or CDs) and tutorial workbooks. Most of the learning is through self-study while weekly telephone tutorials allow contact with other course students and a tutor, and allow students to practice what they have been learning. Further conversation practice and revision is available on one of the course's optional Weekend Schools, normally held at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig.

On completion of the course, and having participated fully in its learning programme students should be able to use Gaelic reasonably confidently and will be eligible for entry to a first year University Level Gaelic course taught through Sabhal Mòr Ostaig. For further details on this, please see An Cùrsa Comais and An Cùrsa Adhartais.

An Cùrsa Inntrigidh was awarded a CILT European Language Award in 2004 and the Routledge Prize for Adult Learners in recognition of its innovative approach to distance delivered second language learning.

Student Handbook 2019-20

Course Content

An Cùrsa Inntrigidh is a self-study tutor-supported Gaelic course for beginners made up of three parts - Earrann 1, 2 and 3. There are a number of start dates between August and June each year. See timetables below.

Study and weekly tutorials

Course materials are accessed online and consist of study workbooks, soundfiles (or CDs) and tutorial workbooks and make up a carefully structured learning programme.

Students learn in their own time in advance of a weekly group telephone tutorial. The tutorials are an essential part of the course, allowing students to practice and use what they have learnt and are led by experienced tutors. Each tutorial lasts about 45 minutes. Read and listen to a sample exercise here

Certificate of completion

In order to gain a Sabhal Mòr Ostaig certificate of completion, students are required, for each part of the course, to pass assessments and to attain a minimum of 60% attendance at tutorials.

Assessments

Assessments are an important part of the learning process and are issued at the end of each part of the course. For further information refer to the An Cùrsa Inntrigidh Student handbook above.

On successful completion of the course students may, subject to interview, gain entry to An Cùrsa Comais or progress to An Cùrsa Adhartais.

Extra study

Subject to interest, study weekends are held, normally at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig for each part of the course. They are optional and offer the chance to consolidate and put into practice what has been learnt in the course. For further information on weekend schools and to book, please select the Weekend School tab above.

A range of supplemental study materials, designed to compliment the course, are offered. Access to a Discussion Board is also available which allows students to keep with each other.

Entry Requirements

Access to a phone and a computer. See computer_requirements

Fees and Funding

For course costs please follow this link http://www.smo.uhi.ac.uk/en/cursaichean/cisean/

Help with funding

If a student thinks they will have difficulty with the payment of fees they should speak the course admin staff. Sabhal Mòr Ostaig is always willing to help find solutions.

Progression Routes

Successful recent completion of An Cùrsa Inntrigidh allows entry to An Cùrsa Adhartais.

How to Apply
Please click here and submit the Enquiry form
Any questions regarding the course should be directed to the Distance Learning admin team on 01471 888 449 or by submitting the above enquiry form. The next intake of Earrann (part) 1 is in August 2020 and after than there will be another Earrann 1 in September 2020.

Timetables

There are a number of start dates for each part of the course between August and June each year. The course can be studied through the Standard Track or the Accelerated Track. Which track a student chooses depends on their knowledge of Gaelic, on their language learning experience and the time they have available to commit each week of the course. For each week of the Standard Track, study time is estimated at between 8 and 10 hours and for each week of the Accelerated Track, study time is estimated at between 10 and 12 hours.

The intake pattern for the course is shown here.

Intake Pattern

The next Earrann 1 will start in August 2020 and another Earrann1 will start in September 2020. Timetables for 2019/20 are here. New timetables (2020/21) wlil be here in July 2020.

Timetables for Accelerated Track

Accelerated Track Earrann 1, 2 & 3 2019 -20

Timetables for Standard Track 2019/20

Standard Track Earrann 1 and 2, September 2019 - June 2020

Standard Track Earrann 2 and 3, September 2019 - June 2020

Standard Track Earrann 3, September 2019 - January 2020

Standard Track Earrann 1, February - June 2020

Tutorial times

Tutorial time choices are given before Induction week and each student'€™s tutorial time is confirmed during Induction Week. A number of times, Monday to Friday, are available and students retain the same tutorial time for each part of the course.

Preparation and Induction to the course

For registered students of the course there is an online induction week two weeks before the course start date, which allows students the opportunity to ensure that they are familiar with the practical and technical aspects of the course, and to get in touch with other students. Preparation week takes place a week before the course start date and gives students the opportunity to phone at their scheduled tutorial time to talk to other students and their tutor, and to start their coursework.

Holiday dates

Sabhal Mòr Ostaig is closed during the Christmas and New Year period. In addition, there is a summer break for Distance Learning students and also a week in October and at Easter. No other local, National or Bank holidays are taken.

Closing dates for registrations

Closing dates for registrations are in place to allow Sabhal Mòr Ostaig staff to complete registrations, finalise student numbers, and to allocate tutorial times for Preparation and Induction Weeks.

Weekend Schools

For registered Cùrsa Inntrigidh students, and subject to interest, two-day study weekends are normally held at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, for each part of the course. They are optional and offer the chance to revise and practice what has been learnt in the course and to meet other students and tutors. Students should book as far in advance as possible. Dates and prices are on the Virtual Learning Environment

Timetable

Saturday 9.45am to 4.45pm and Sunday 9.30am to 1.30pm (subject to slight change).

Costs

Bookings for weekend schools include College accommodation, if required, and food. There is no charge for tuition.

Accommodation

For local accommodation click here click here or go to www.visitscotland.com

For College accommodation options see information below

Travelling to SMO and map of College

Click here to view map of the college.
The Sabhal Mòr Ostaig library
A specialized collection which focuses on Scottish Gaelic language, culture and heritage will normally be open when weekend schools are running.

To book a weekend school, please read the following information:
Sabhal Mòr Ostaig reserves the right to alter weekend schools or to cancel them. A separate booking and payment must be made for each weekend school.

Enquiries about College accommodation should be e-mailed to the Distance Learning admin team at astar@smo.uhi.ac.uk Payment will be taken when your booking has been confirmed.

Any questions about the weekend school should be e-mailed to the Distance Learning admin staff at astar@smo.uhi.ac.uk

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Comasan Labhairt ann an Gàidhlig (CLAG) / Gaelic Speaking Abilities

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Comasan Labhairt ann an Gàidhlig (CLAG) / Gaelic Speaking Abilities

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This self assessment grid will enable you to assess your level of spoken Gaelic and therefore equip you with the ability to choose a Gaelic language course suitable to your needs.

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LearnGaelic follows the Comasan Labhairt ann an Gàidhlig (CLAG) [Gaelic Speaking Abilities] scale for structured learning. If you're unsure of what level you are, this self-assessment tool will help. Tha LearnGaelic a' leantainn Siostam Comasan Labhairt ann an Gàidhlig (CLAG) [Gaelic Speaking Abilities] airson ionnsachadh structarail. Mura h-eil thu cinnteach dè an ìre aig a bheil thu, feuch an t-inneal aca gus d' ìre a dhearbhadh.

Introduction to Gaelic RLDs for learners

The Reference Level Descriptions (RLDs) are scales which aim to support adults who are learning Gaelic and their tutors. There are two parts:

They simplify the wide range of spoken fluency into six bands which provide a common frame of reference when describing spoken ability in Gaelic. You will already know how complete beginners differ from very advanced learners but there can be a lot of variety in what is meant by terms like 'beginner', 'intermediate' or 'advanced'.

The six bands

By reviewing the grid and the checklist, you will find out which band best describes your spoken ability. These scales cover speaking ability only. They do not describe skills in reading and writing.

There are six bands on a continuum from the beginner level at A1 to the most proficient level of C2. Although these bands are a simplification of the wide variety of language ability, they are useful to help track your progress so far and identify what your next goals might be.

Each level is a band of ability. Within each band there is a breadth of knowledge, covering things like vocabulary, fluency and pronunciation. Therefore, two learners at B1 might not have exactly the same proficiency, although their skills will be similar.

NEXT: About the self-assessment grid

About the self-assessment grid

The self-assessment grid is based on and expands for Gaelic the 'Self-assessment grid (Table 2)' in the CEFR. You can read a bit more about the CEFR in the FAQs, About the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, and access the full text here. You can see self-assessment grids for other languages here.

What does it do?

The self-assessment grid is intended to help you get a general idea of your skills when speaking (remember it does not include reading and writing skills). The bands are a simplification; they provide a general overview.

What does it cover?

There are six bands of ability in the grid, grouped under three broader levels: Basic User (A levels), Independent User (B levels), and Proficient User (C levels). Each level builds on the previous one so if you self-assess at C1, the statements in A1 to B2 also apply to you.

A1 is not the lowest possible level. Rather, it is the lowest level at which you can use your language in a simple way, instead of relying on set phrases you have memorised. If you are a beginner, you may be at pre-A1 level when you are using set phrases to communicate.

Similarly, C2 does not describe an 'ideal' native speaker, although some native speakers might be at C2 for certain skills. Rather, C2 is intended to describe the level of ability that is typical for very successful learners.

What the grid does not do

Each learner has their own set of interests and goals, and the grid is not intended to tell you everything you have to aim for or what you have to learn. The grid is not a prescribed ticklist of everything you have to do to be a 'good speaker'. Many learners want to get to a level where they can feel comforatable in conversation and this might be B1 or B2.

If you have further questions, there is more information in the FAQs - the grid section.

How to use the grid

Read over the grid and decide which band best describes how you are able to speak Gaelic. Which one is most appropriate to describe your ability?

It is not necessary for you to be 100% confident that you can do everything that is in a box. Think of them as bands of ability and the band for you is the one that describes your ability better than the other bands. If there is one bit that doesn't seem quite right, that's okay. That band can still be the best one for you.

You can interpret elements like 'topics I'm familiar with' appropriate to your situation, e.g. you might be able to talk confidently about your hobbies but not know a lot of language about nature.

Next: Self-assessment grid

The self-assessment grid

Basic User A1
I can use simple phrases and sentences to describe where I live, my family, people I know, what I like doing, my job, and the weather. I can interact, provided the other person is prepared to repeat or rephrase things at a slower rate of speech and help me formulate what I'm trying to say. I can answer simple questions on very familiar topics. When it's my turn in a conversation, I usually say one short sentence (3-4 words) before it goes back to the other person. I can ask the other person to repeat what they've said using 'can sin arithist'.

A2
I can use a series of phrases and sentences to describe in simple terms my family and other people, where I live, my work, and likes and dislikes. I can describe a situation or tell a story, as long as I pause after every couple of words to help me plan. I can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring direct exchange of information on familiar topics and activities. I can handle short social exchanges, even though I can't usually keep the conversation going myself.

Independent User B1
I can enter unprepared into conversation on topics that are familiar, of personal interest or relevant to everyday life, e.g. family, hobbies, work, and current events. I can link my thoughts into longer sentences to describe experiences, events, and possibilities such as hopes and ambitions. I can briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. I can tell a story about myself or something that happened or relate the plot of a book or film. In conversation I generally contribute as much as the other person. I can indicate that I agree or am following what the other person is saying, using phrases like 'cinnteach', 'seadh', and 'tha f(h)ios agam'.

B2
I can talk about a wide range of subjects and do so in some detail if I am quite familiar with them. I can explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options. I can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with very fluent/proficient speakers quite possible. I can take an active part in discussion in familiar contexts, giving and explaining my views. I can use phrases like 'tha mi a' tuigsinn' and 'dìreach' to indicate when I am following what other people are saying. When it's my turn in a conversation, I can give longer responses, up to three sentences at a time.

Proficient User C1
I can give clear, detailed descriptions of complex subjects integrating sub-themes, developing particular points and rounding off with an appropriate conclusion. I can talk fluidly about things that are conceptually difficult even though I may pause sometimes to help me plan. I can express myself fluently and spontaneously although I do still sometimes hesitate when talking about something complex. I can use colloquial and professional styles of language in appropriate contexts. I can use longer, more complex sentences to discuss ideas with nuance and precision. I can relate what I am saying skilfully to what other people are saying. I can lead a conversation if other speakers are speaking less than me.

C2
I can present a clear, smooth-flowing description or argument in a style appropriate to the context and with a structure which helps those listening to notice and remember significant points. I can take part effortlessly in any conversation and have a good familiarity with idioms and colloquialisms. I can express myself fluently even in complex sentences, and convey finer shades of meaning precisely. If I do have a problem I can backtrack and restructure around the difficulty without disrupting the flow of conversation. I rarely need to pause mid-sentence in order to formulate my ideas.

About the self-assessment checklist

The self-assessment checklist is based on and expands for Gaelic the 'Checklists of Descriptors' developed by Eaquals. Why not read other languages' checklists?

The self-assessment checklist has a section for each of the six bands. Each section breaks down speaking ability into a series of statements about things you can say or do.

You don't have to think that you could do that task perfectly with perfect grammar, pronunciation, etc. Rather, consider whether you could successfully complete it by communicating effectively.

How to use the checklist

The checklist contains a list of statements and next to each one the option of two boxes to tick:

I can do this - Tick this if you can do this

My goals - Tick this if it is a current learning goal or could be ashort-term goal for you (maybe for your current course or over the next six months).

If neither box applies, continue with the next statement until the end of the section. You don't have to place a tick for every statement. When you have finished a section, have a look over your answers.

Have you ticked 'I can do this' for most of the statements? If yes, continue with the next level.

Where do I start?

Complete the self-assessment checklist.

When do I stop?

When you get to a level where you can't tick mostly 'I can do this', you can stop.

If you can tick 80% of the statements, you have achieved this level.

If you have other questions as you complete the checklist, you can check our FAQs - checklist section.

Next: Self-assessment checklist

FAQs

About CLAG

CLAG, or Comasan Labhairt ann an Gàidhlig, was a project researching Gaelic ability in adult learners. It interviewed 150 adult learners and 16 native speakers, and worked with Gaelic tutors to get a detailed understanding of the Gaelic skills people have at different levels of proficiency. It measured various factors including the vocabulary and grammar structures speakers know, people's ability to communicate in different contexts, and how quickly or slowly people at different levels are able to speak.

This evidence-based description of the Gaelic that learners know and use was then aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The recorded interviews provided authentic learner language to illustrate language points at a particular CEFR level. The results are these Reference Level Descriptions (RLDs) for Gaelic which are intended to support adults who are learning the language.

The CLAG proficiency scales, self-assessment grid, and self-assessment checklist draw on resources developed by the Council of Europe and Eaquals. The proficiency scales and self-assessment grid build on similar scales in the Common European Framework of Reference (see About the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). The self-assessment checklist builds on 'Checklists of Descriptors' developed by Eaquals.

The project was funded by Bòrd na Gàidhlig and the Scottish Funding Council under the auspices of Soillse, the National Research Network for the Maintenance and Revitalisation of Gaelic Language and Culture. It was led by Professor Roibeard Ó Maolalaigh and Dr Nicola Carty at the University of Glasgow, where the scales were researched and created with Dr Susan Ross. Dr Michelle Macleod from the University of Aberdeen compiled the native speaker section of the corpus, and analysed the relationship between the CLAG proficiency scales and other Scottish accreditation frameworks, including the SCQF. The project assistants involved in transcribing and coding the data were Dr Stuart Dunmore and Ms Catrìona Nic A' Phì.

Recordings and transcripts of the corpus are available form the Digital Archive of Scottish Gaelic.

The proficiency scales developed for tutors provide more detail about different language skills.

About the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages

The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) was created by the Council of Europe as a standard frame of reference for describing language ability. The CEFR provides a common basis for the elaboration of language syllabuses, curriculum guidelines, examinations, textbooks, etc. across Europe.

The Council of Europe's general CEFR is not tied to any specific language and does not itemise the vocabulary and grammar in the language that is being learned. These Reference Level Descriptions (RLDs) for Gaelic produced by CLAG localise the CEFR by providing an evidencebased description of the Gaelic that learners know and use at each CEFR level.

For more information, visit the CEFR's website.

FAQs - the grid

What if I think I'm between two levels?

As the creators of the CEFR note, language proficiency is a continuum, like the colours of the rainbow. When you look at a rainbow, there is some fuzziness at the boundaries between colours, but the main bands of colour are still clear, so you can distinguish red from orange, orange from yellow, etc. In the grid, you might be on the boundary between A2 and B1, but overall more firmly in A2.

In the checklist, you can answer more specific questions that will help clarify what you can do. The grid is designed to be concise but the checklist provides more detail.

What if I think, 'I can do this but to what extent'?

You will find that in the checklist, you can answer more specific questions in greater detail. This will help guide you further. It's okay to be unsure at this stage. Remember that each level is unlikely to a perfect fit for every individual. Choose the band that suits you better than the others.

What if I think, I can do this on some days but not on others?

Sometimes, we know we can do things but can't do them all the time. This checklist covers your linguistic ability, not things that might interfere sometimes on bad days or at the end of a long day, like fatigue, anxiety or a neuro-atypical condition. If on the 'good days', you can do these things, then that's the accurate measure of your linguistic ability; you still have the skills, it's just that sometimes you don't have access to them.

What if I don't want to aim for all the things mentioned here?

The aim of the self-assessment grid is to be a common reference guide that gives an overall picture. It is not a prescribed list of everything that everyone should try to do. Each learner has their own set of interests and goals, so the grid is not intended to tell you everything you have to aim for or what you have to learn.

Even if you are not trying to progress to another level, the grid can be a useful way to reflect on what you can do at the moment and to clarify how far you've already come.

What if I'm better at reading and writing than speaking?

The self-assessment grid and checklist relate only to speaking skills, not all kinds of knowledge of Gaelic. Therefore, they do not rate your overall knowledge of Gaelic. Think of them as only applying to your proficiency in speaking the language.

What if I don't always speak 'fluently' and 'smoothly'?

Remember that as you progress, you are likely to begin talking about more complex things. This might mean that you pause more often as you try to formulate your ideas about something, just as you do in your native language. Pauses at higher levels don't necessarily indicate less proficiency, as we all need to pause in every language to get our thoughts out, especially when thinking out loud.

FAQs - the checklist

What does 'most' of the statements mean?

There are a different number of statements in each section so 'most' isn't a fixed number. However, if there's only two to three statements that you haven't ticked, that means you probably have ticked 'most' of them.

What if I think I can do the task better than it is described?

You can consider the description to be a minimum. If there is a limiting condition that doesn't apply to you, you can still tick 'I can do' and continue.

Consider the following example: "I can keep a conversation going comprehensibly, but have to pause to plan."

If you can do this without having to pause to plan, tick 'I can do' anyway and continue with the checklist to the more advanced statements.

What if I can do these things sometimes, but not all the time?

Sometimes, we know we can do things but can't do them all the time. This checklist covers your linguistic ability, not things that might interfere sometimes on bad days or at the end of a long day, like fatigue, anxiety or a neuro-atypical condition. If on the 'good days', you can do these things, then that's the accurate measure of your linguistic ability; you still have the skills, it's just that sometimes you don't have access to them.

What if I can do these things to some extent but it depends on the situation or if I've had time to prepare?

Unless specified in the statement, consider that these are things that you can do spontaneously or at least with minimal preparation (a minute's thought without researching dictionaries or preparing a written text).

What if it asks about something I don't do, such as interviews or storytelling?

Consider whether there is a similar context that is appropriate to you. You might not tell children bedtime stories but you might often tell friends or colleagues a story about something that happened to you.

Or imagine that you were going to interview someone about their life. Consider whether you are confident that you could do this without a lot of linguistic preparation (researching dictionaries, asking someone else how to form a particular question)?

Remember: the checklist is not asking if you could do that task perfectly with perfect grammar, pronunciation, etc. Rather, consider whether you could successfully complete it by communicating effectively with other people.

I don't think I have any particular goals right now. What should I do?

You don't have to use this column if it is not appropriate for you. However, you might want to consider it as asking if you would like this to be a next step. You can use this exercise to reflect on whether you would like to set some goals or next steps.

Even if you are not trying to progress to a particular level right now, you might find the exercise useful to reflect on what you can do at the moment and to clarify how far you've already come. If you are completing the checklist for a particular course, ask the tutor or course organiser to clarify what information they would like to know about your priorities and goals.

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Welcome to our free online course for absolute beginners! Get started by selecting a lesson, or use the question mark to go directly to a quiz on what you've learnt. It may be easier to begin with Lesson 1 and work through to Lesson 60, as there is some progression in the level of language difficulty.

Talking about the weather

The weather is often a topic of conversation in Scotland. Probably because we usually have five different types of weather before breakfast!

Describing physical characteristics

You'll also learn the phrases he is and he is not so that you can put sentences together and join in the chat when it starts!

More physical characteristics

You'll learn the phrases I am and I am not so you can describe yourself.

You'll also learn how to say you are and you are not, so you can describe others.

Then you'll meet a nice young man who's looking for love!

In this lesson you'll search for more people.

Then you'll learn how to ask where are they?

In this lesson you'll learn how to describe locations.

But first, you'll take a look at some of the ways in which in the is used.

You'll also learn more words to describe locations, like at the church and at the shop.

In this lesson you'll learn words to describe meals such as breakfast or lunch.

If you are inquisitive like the people in this lesson you'll definitely want to know how to ask questions using who and who is.

You'll then be able to put them into sentences to describe the actions of other people.

In this lesson you'll learn how to describe people in the plural. You'll be able to talk about the boys, the girls, the children and the teachers.

You'll also learn how talk to about negatives by learning the words for he wasn't and they weren't.

Numbers and telling the time

In this lesson you will learn how to count from one to six and how to tell the time.

You will also learn the word for clock and how to ask what time it is.

What time is it?

In this lesson you'll take some of the verbs you learnt in lessons 14 and 16 and you'll discover how to use them when talking about the past.

Learn how to say he came, he walked, he leapt and he fell. You'll also learn the words for in, out and homewards so that you can describe where someone is going.

Past tense verbs in the negative

You've learnt how to use verbs to talk about things in the past. Now you'll learn how to use the negative forms of verbs.

This lesson builds on what you learnt in lesson 20. You'll learn how to count from 7 to 12 and how to tell the time.

You'll also learn how to ask and answer the question what time did he come?

In this lesson you'll learn how to ask simple questions by putting an do in front of the sentence.

You'll also learn how to ask a question in the negative by using nach do.

In this lesson you'll learn words to describe school activities.

Negative past tense verbs

Don't worry, there are only ten irregular verbs in Gaelic (or eleven if we include the verb is) compared to hundreds in English. You'll soon get the hang of them!

You'll learn how to ask questions using verbs so you'll be able to keep a close eye on everything your friends are up to.

Counting money from 7 to 12

This lesson extends your ability to talk about money. You'll learn how to count from 7 to 12.

You'll also discover how to ask and reply to the question how much did you pay for it?

You'll also learn how to talk about putting them on.

You'll also learn the verb to have so that you can talk about what you have or haven't got.

Counting money from 11-16

In this lesson you'll learn to count from 11 to 16 as well as how to talk about money.

You'll revise the verb to give and then put everything together to talk about what you've bought when out shopping and how much things cost!/p>

In this lesson you'll learn words for clothing such as jacket and scarf.

In this lesson you'll learn words to describe the seasons.

In this lesson you'll learn the verb to say or to tell.

You'll learn new words such as milkman and postman and you'll follow a young boy as he tries to find someone to play with. Will he have any success?

You'll also learn another way of saying to think or to suppose and put it all together in sentences.

You'll also learn the verb to come in both present and past tenses. And you'll learn how to to ask questions.

You'll also learn the verb to give in both present and past tenses, as well as being able to ask questions.

You'll also learn how to construct the verb to be so you can talk in the present and the past, and ask questions.

In this lesson you'll learn words to describe cold weather in the past and present.

You'll be able to say it is raining, it is snowing and it is freezing as well as it rained, it snowed and it was freezing. You'll also learn the verb to put.

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Welcome to our free online course for absolute beginners! Get started by selecting a lesson, or use the question mark to go directly to a quiz on what you've learnt. It may be easier to begin with Lesson 1 and work through to Lesson 60, as there is some progression in the level of language difficulty.

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Since launching in 2016 to address teacher shortage in the Western Isles, e-Sgoil has developed into a nationwide community for online teaching and learning.

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So You Want to Teach in Gaelic - GTC Scotland

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So You Want to Teach in Gaelic - GTC Scotland

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Urras Brosnachaidh na Gàidhlig / The Gaelic Language Promotion Trust was established to encourage and promote the teaching, learning and use of the Gaelic language throughout Scotland.

We have historically provided grants to students of Gaelic at diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate levels, particularly those who are aiming to work in Gaelic Medium Education.

The Trust has also provided funding for Gaelic-language publications and youth drama projects. The expansion of the Trust's funding portfolio provides an opportunity to extend the range and nature of grant funding that is available to support and promote the use of the Gaelic language.

More information on our funding guidelines and details on applying for grants can be found here.

Donation of funds to GLPT

At the AGM on 18th April 2017, Mary Sandeman stepped down as the Chair of the Gaelic Language Promotion Trust following a 25-year tenure. Bill Innes stepped down from the position of Vice-Chair at the same meeting. The Trust is delighted that they have both agreed to maintain their roles as Trustees. Following the AGM,... Continue reading New Chair and Vice-Chair

'S e cuspair mo chuid rannsachaidh ùrnaighean beul-aithriseach nan Gàidheal ann an Uibhist agus Barraigh san 19mh linn agus san 20mh linn. Saoilidh mi gu bheil an rannsachadh seo gu math feumail dhan choimhearsnachd Ghàidhlig agus sinn a' dèanamh oidhirp gus ar fèin-aithne a ghabhail os làimh ann an iomadach seadh, agus spioradalachd na phàirt... Continue reading Teisteanas - Kathleen Reddy

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Urras Brosnachaidh na Gàidhlig / The Gaelic Language Promotion Trust was established to encourage and promote the teaching, learning and use of the Gaelic language throughout Scotland. We have historically provided grants to students of Gaelic at diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate levels, particularly those who are aiming to work in Gaelic Medium Education.

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Go!Gaelic - Gaelic Langauge Learning as L2 or L3 in Scotland

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The Gaelic Books Council is the lead organisation with responsibility for supporting Scottish Gaelic authors and publishers, and for raising the profile and reach of Scottish Gaelic books in Scotland and internationally.

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Fàilte gu làrach-lìn Chomhairle nan Leabhraichean

Am Prìomh Bhuidheann airson Litreachas Gàidhlig na h-Alba

Fàilte gu làrach-lìn Chomhairle nan Leabhraichean, am prìomh bhuidheann a tha a' cur taic ri sgrìobhadairean agus ri foillsichearan Gàidhlig na h-Alba, agus a tha ag àrdachadh ìomhaigh agus ruigsinneachd leabhraichean Gàidhlig ann an Alba agus gu h-eadar-nàiseanta.

Tha fiosrachadh mu obair Chomhairle nan Leabhraichean ri lorg air an làrach-lìn, cuide ri naidheachdan is dealbhan mu na tachartasan anns a bheil sinn an sàs. Tha sinn an dòchas gun còrd e ribh.

Ma tha sibh a' lorg leabhraichean cloinne, ficsean ùr, ceòl Gàidhlig, no ma tha sibh airson Gàidhlig ionnsachadh, gheibh sibh leabhraichean tlachdmhor bho Chomhairle nan Leabhraichean. Gabhaidh leabhraichean agus ceòl Gàidhlig a cheannach air-loidhne bhon làrach-lìn seo, agus cuimhnichibh gu bheil bùth-leabhraichean spaideil againn aig cridhe baile Ghlaschu. Feuch gun tadhail sibh oirnn - bidh fàilte chridheil romhaibh!

Tha sinn a' moladh

Tiotalan as Motha a Chaidh a Reic

Taghadh de leabhraichean mu dheidhinn a' Chiad is an Dàrna Cogaidh - ficsean, bàrdachd agus eachdraidh-beatha..

Air a sgrìobhadh le Shelagh | Air 26.10.2017 | Air ùrachadh air 26.10.2017 | Air a chur ris Blog |

Tha Comhairle nan Leabhraichean air cruinneachadh de dhàin ùra agus aithnichte le Catrìona NicGumaraid, ùghdar Rè na h-Oidhche / The Length of the Night (Canongate, 1994), a chur ri chèile.Leugh'Àilleagan am Measg nam Flùr / The Beauty Amongst the Flowers' air-loidhne..

Air a sgrìobhadh le Micaela Ash | Air 23.06.2017 | Air ùrachadh air 23.06.2017 | Air a chur ris Blog |

Blog mu dheidhinn turas a bh' aig Micaela Ash gu na Ranntairean Palastaineach.

20 leabhar Gàidhlig stèidhichte ann am bailtean mòra ann an Alba agus air feadh an t-saoghail

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Comhairle nan Leabhraichean | The Gaelic Books Council

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Am Prìomh Bhuidheann airson Litreachas Gàidhlig na h-Alba Fàilte gu làrach-lìn Chomhairle nan Leabhraichean, am prìomh bhuidheann a tha a' cur taic ri sgrìobhadairean agus ri foillsichearan Gàidhlig na h-Alba, agus a tha ag àrdachadh ìomhaigh agus ruigsinneachd leabhraichean Gàidhlig ann an Alba agus gu h-eadar-nàiseanta.

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Since launching in 2016 to address teacher shortage in the Western Isles, e-Sgoil has developed into a nationwide community for online teaching and learning.

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LearnGaelic - Find a course

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With our free mobile app and web, everyone can Duolingo. Learn Scottish Gaelic with bite-size lessons based on science.

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An Cùrsa Adhartais - University of the Highlands & Islands

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An Cùrsa Adhartais - University of the Highlands & Islands

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Successful recent completion of An Cùrsa Inntrigidh is the standard entry point for An Cùrsa Adhartais. Alternatively, students will be permitted entry to the course with two Highers or equivalent plus completion of a written assessment and oral interview to gauge whether the applicants' prior learning is broadly equivalent to the pre-requisite level. Students will also need access to a computer and printer, a telephone, a headset with integrated microphone and have internet connection. In order to make the most of An Cùrsa Adhartais we recommend that students upgrade to the latest versions of programmes and that their computer meets the correct specifications. Please see Computer requirements in the PDF below.
Computer_Requirements.pdf
For course costs please follow this link http://www.smo.uhi.ac.uk/gd/cursaichean/cisean/

Help with funding

Students resident in Scotland may be eligible for help with course funding through the 'part-time fee grant' (PFG),a scheme operated by SAAS (Students Award Agency for Scotland) with help available to students studying modules worth 30 credit points or above, in an academic year. More information is available at http://www.saas.gov.uk .

Applications for SAAS PFG should be made before the start of the Course.

If a student thinks they will have difficulty with the payment of fees they should speak to the course admin staff. Sabhal Mòr Ostaig is always willing to help find solutions.

Students who get at least 50% in assessments for modules CA5-CA7 of the An Cùrsa Adhartais have the opportunity to progress to the HE Diploma in Gaelic and Related Studies.

Please submit this enquiry form . The closing date for consideration for the August 2022 intake of the course is 20th June 2022. Please contact us using the enquiry form and a course application form will then be sent to you. If you're reading this after that date please get in touch anyway.

Any questions regarding the course should be directed to the Online Courses admin team on 01471 888 449 or by submitting the above enquiry form.

The course starts each year in August or September and takes two academic years to complete. In the first year there are four language modules and in the second year students will complete the two final language modules and a subject based module. Modules are taken sequentially and are taught through the medium of Gaelic.

Timetables are available below and include assessment and holiday dates. 20th June 2022 is the last date for applications for 2022/23.

Timetable 2020 - 21 Modules 1 - 4

Timetable 2020 -21 Modules 5 - 7

Tutorial times

Tutorial time choices are given before Induction and preparation week (see below) and each student'™s tutorial time is confirmed during that week. A number of times, Monday to Friday, are available and students normally retain the same tutorial time for each Module.

Preparation and Induction to the course

There is an online induction and preparation week a week before the course start date, which allows students the opportunity to ensure that they are familiar with the practical and technical aspects of the course, to get in touch with other students and to start their coursework.

Holiday dates

Sabhal Mòr Ostaig is closed during the Christmas and New Year period. In addition, there is a summer break for Distance Learning students and also a week in October and at or near Easter. No other local, National or Bank holidays are taken.

Closing dates for registrations

Closing dates for registrations are in place to allow Sabhal Mòr Ostaig staff to complete registrations, finalise student numbers, and to allocate tutorial times for Preparation and Induction Week. 20th June 2022 is the last date for applications for 2022/23.

For registered Cùrsa Adhartais students, and subject to interest, two-day study weekends are held at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, for every two language modules. They are optional and offer the chance to revise and practice what has been learnt in the course and to meet other students and tutors. Students should book as far in advance as possible.

Timetable

Saturday 9.45am to 4.45pm and Sunday 9.45am to 1pm (subject to slight change)

Costs

Bookings for weekend schools include College accommodation, if required, and food. There is no charge for tuition.

Accommodation

For local accommodation click here or go to www.visitscotland.com
For College accommodation options see information below.

Travelling to SMO and map of College

Click here to view map of the college.

The Sabhal Mòr Ostaig library

A specialised collection which focuses on Scottish Gaelic language, culture and heritage will normally be open when weekend schools are running.

Book a Weekend School
To book a weekend school, please read the following information:
Sabhal Mòr Ostaig reserves the right to alter weekend schools or to cancel them

A separate booking and payment must be made for each weekend school

Dates and booking form for 2021-22 will be available after the course starts.

Enquiries about College accommodation should be e-mailed to the Distance Learning admin team. Payment will be taken when your booking has been confirmed.

Please note that payment is required on confirmation of booking.

Any questions should be e-mailed to the Distance Learning admin staff at *protected email*

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Successful recent completion of An Cùrsa Inntrigidh is the standard entry point for An Cùrsa Adhartais. Alternatively, students will be permitted entry to the course with two Highers or equivalent plus completion of a written assessment and oral interview to gauge whether the applicants' prior learning is broadly equivalent to the pre-requisite level.

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Intensive Language Course: Gaelic Record of Achievement - University of Dundee

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Intensive Language Course: Gaelic Record of Achievement - University of Dundee

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School of Humanities

Jump start your Gaelic language with our intensive course. Study from home, and learn the basics up to Scottish Higher and beyond.

Study mode
Distance Learning

Our 25 week Intensive Courses are intended for those wishing to jump-start a language.

You would normally be expected to have some basic knowledge of the language you want to study, but if you are a competent linguist and are willing to dedicate sufficient time (approximately 4 to 5 hours per week), then you could start from scratch.

These are flexible courses which you study from home, and will take you from the basics up to the equivalent of SQA Higher and beyond.

If you complete the course satisfactorily you will receive a Certificate of Course Completion and 20 SCQF credits.

These courses are often taken by people wishing to take the Graduate Diploma who lack the necessary qualifications.

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Intensive Language Course: Gaelic Record of Achievement

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School of Humanities Jump start your Gaelic language with our intensive course. Study from home, and learn the basics up to Scottish Higher and beyond. Study mode Distance Learning Our 25 week Intensive Courses are intended for those wishing to jump-start a language.

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Education Scotland is the national body for supporting quality and improvement of learning and teaching in Scottish education.

We are driven by the shared ambitions of supporting the development and wellbeing of all those who work in education and ensuring positive experiences and outcomes for all learners.

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Education Scotland is a Scottish Government executive agency responsible for supporting quality and improvement in Scottish education.

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A resource for delivering Gaelic as L2 or L3 at Primary School

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Go!Gaelic - Gaelic Langauge Learning as L2 or L3 in Scotland

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Tha tidsearan sàr-mhath aig cridhe foghlam na Gàidhlig, agus ann an Alba, feumaidh teisteanas freagarrach aig ìre Oilthigh a bhith aig tidsear sam bith airson clàradh profeiseanta fhaighinn le Comhairle Choitcheann Teagaisg na h-Alba.

Tha an cothrom ann fo-cheum a dhèanamh ann am Foghlam Gàidhlig, ach cuideachd tha cùrsaichean iar-cheumnach ri fhaotainn ann an Alba cuideachd. Tha an cothrom ann a bhith a' teagasg sa Ghàidhlig sa bhun-sgoil, a' teagasg Gàidhlig mar chuspair san àrd-sgoil no a bhith a' teagasg chuspairean eile tro mheadhan na Gàidhlig san àrd-sgoil.

Tha barrachd fiosrachaidh ri fhaotainn san leabhran "A bheil thu airson teagasg sa Ghàidhlig?" leis an GTCS.

Tha taic-airgid airson oileanaich teagaisg ri faotainn tron sgeama thabhartasan foghlaim aig Bòrd na Gàidhlig. Tha barrachd fiosrachaidh ri fhaotainn an seo.

Teagasg sa Ghàidhlig aig Ìre Bun-sgoile

Tha sàr thidsearan aig cridhe ath-bheòthachadh is leasachadh na Gàidhlig, agus tha e na phrìomhachas aig Bòrd na Gàidhlig is a chom-pàirtichean a bhith a' cumail taic ri seo.

Ma tha thu airson a bhith nad thidsear sa Ghàidhlig aig ìre bun-sgoile, feumaidh tu na riatanasan àbhaisteach a choileanadh airson teagasg ann an Alba fo sgeama clàraidh Chomhairle Choitcheann Teagaisg na h-Alba. Tha làn fhiosrachadh an seo.

Tha taic-airgid airson oileanaich teagaisg ri faotainn tron sgeama thabhartasan foghlaim aig Bòrd na Gàidhlig. Tha barrachd fiosrachaidh ri fhaotainn an seo.

Bidh Bòrd na Gàidhlig a' cumail co-labhairt do thidsearan ùra gach bliadhna airson taic a chumail riutha aig toiseach an cuairt-obrach. Cuir fios thugainn airson an fhios as ùire mu dheidhinn seo. Tha sinn cuideachd a' cumail taic ri Stòrlann a bhios a' ruith chothroman CLPL do thidsearan air feadh na bliadhna.

Ma tha thu mu thràth nad thidsear, agus ìre de sgilean Gàidhlig agad an-dràsta (co-dhiù B1 air CEFR), ma dh'fhaodte gum bi ùidh agad anns an Sgeama Bogaidh do Thidsearan sa Ghàidhlig. Feumaidh tu bruidhinn ris an ùghdarras ionadail agad anns a' chiad dol a-mach. Gheibear stiùireadh an seo.

Ma tha thu nas fhileanta, agus ma tha thu airson na sgilean cànain agus eòlas air foghlam dà-chànanach a leasachadh, ma dh'fhaodte gum biodh an cùrsa STREAP freagarrach dhut.

Teagasg sa Ghàidhlig aig Ìre Àrd-sgoile

Tha sàr thidsearan aig cridhe ath-bheòthachadh is leasachadh na Gàidhlig, agus tha e na phrìomhachas aig Bòrd na Gàidhlig is a chom-pàirtichean a bhith a' cumail taic ri seo.

Ma tha thu airson a bhith nad thidsear sa Ghàidhlig aig ìre àrd-sgoile, a' teagasg Gàidhlig mar chuspair do dh'fhileantaich no do luchd-ionnsachaidh, no a' lìbhrigeadh chuspairean eile tro mheadhan na Gàidhlig, feumaidh tu na riatanasan àbhaisteach a choileanadh airson teagasg ann an Alba fo sgeama clàraidh Chomhairle Choitcheann Teagaisg na h-Alba. Tha làn fhiosrachadh an seo.

Tha taic-airgid airson oileanaich teagaisg ri faotainn tron sgeama thabhartasan foghlaim aig Bòrd na Gàidhlig. Tha barrachd fiosrachaidh ri fhaotainn an seo.

Bidh Bòrd na Gàidhlig a' cumail co-labhairt do thidsearan ùra gach bliadhna airson taic a chumail riutha aig toiseach an cuairt-obrach. Cuir fios thugainn airson an fhios as ùire mu dheidhinn seo. Tha sinn cuideachd a' cumail taic ri Stòrlann a bhios a' ruith chothroman CLPL do thidsearan air feadh na bliadhna.

Ma tha thu mu thràth nad thidsear, agus ìre de sgilean Gàidhlig agad an-dràsta (co-dhiù B1 air CEFR), ma dh'fhaodte gum bi ùidh agad anns an Sgeama Bogaidh do Thidsearan sa Ghàidhlig. Feumaidh tu bruidhinn ris an ùghdarras ionadail agad anns a' chiad dol a-mach. Gheibhear stiùireadh an seo.

Ma tha thu nas fhileanta, agus ma tha thu airson na sgilean cànain agus eòlas agad air foghlam dà-chànanach a leasachadh, ma dh'fhaodte gum biodh an cùrsa STREAP freagarrach dhut.

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Teagaisg sa Ghàidhlig - Bòrd na Gàidhlig

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LearnGaelic - Find a course

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An Cùrsa Comais - University of the Highlands & Islands

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An Cùrsa Comais - University of the Highlands & Islands

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Communication A

Formal and Professional Language

The Gaelic World 1

Communication B

Workplace Experience

Optional modules

Language in the Community

The Gaelic Media

Music Performance and Gaelic Song 1

Computing for Gaelic

Literature: Critical Skills

Theory, Arrangement & Composition 1

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Communication A Formal and Professional Language The Gaelic World 1 Communication B Workplace Experience Optional modules Language in the Community The Gaelic Media Music Performance and Gaelic Song 1 Computing for Gaelic Literature: Critical Skills Theory, Arrangement & Composition 1

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LearnGaelic - Find a course

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GTC Scotland - the independent regulator for teachers in Scotland

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The General Teaching Council for Scotland is the teaching profession’s independent regulator. We work to maintain and enhance trust in teaching.

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Videos promoting and explaining Gaelic Medium Education at every stage.

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Welcome to Comann nam Pàrant, the national parents' advice
and support organisation on Gaelic Medium Education.

Comann nam Pàrant (CnP), means "Parents' Organisation", consists of a network of around 30 local groups, representing the interests of parents whose children are educated through the medium of Gaelic at the various levels, from pre-school to secondary level. The main aim of all CnP groups is "to promote and support the establishment and maintenance of education through the medium of Gaelic". It was as a result of the efforts of parents that Gaelic medium education (GME) first began in 1985. On our site you will find further information about Gaelic Medium Education, resources, videos and about local Comann nam Parant groups.

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For more information regarding using Gaelic in the home and early years, please check out our other website Neadan.

Gaelic Medium Education

Gaelic medium education is one of the main ways of achieving or maintaining fluency in Gaelic. This is especially true of children from a non-Gaelic speaking background. Gaelic medium education is open to everyone, those who speak Gaelic and those who do not.

In any education system, parents have a crucial role to play and where Gaelic is concerned this role takes on an added dimension; it was as a result of the efforts of parents that GME began in 1985.

Parental support is vital at all stages of Gaelic medium education.

Put Gaelic at the heart of your home

Our sister website full of information, advice and materials for parents to embed Gaelic into the home. Also our new podcasts are available here - give them a listen!

Annual Report

To read the latest Annual Report , please click here

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Comann nam Parant represents the interests of parents whose children are educated through the medium of Gaelic at the various levels, from pre-school to secondary level.

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Welcome to the official website of Fèisean nan Gàidheal, the organisation which supports the development of community-based Gaelic arts tuition festivals throughout Scotland. You can see where all of the fèisean are taking place by clicking here.

Due to the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) all Fèisean nan Gàidheal staff are working from home. Please use Skype, email and mobile phone to contact them meantime.

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Welcome to Fèisean nan Gàidheal - Fèisean nan Gàidheal

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Welcome to the official website of Fèisean nan Gàidheal, the organisation which supports the development of community-based Gaelic arts tuition festivals throughout Scotland. You can see where all of the fèisean are taking place by clicking here. Due to the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) all Fèisean nan Gàidheal staff are working from home.

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Gaelic with Immersion - University of Glasgow

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Gaelic with Immersion - University of Glasgow

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Course structure

STRUCTAR A' CHÙRSA

This one-year programme consists of three courses:

Leughadh is Sgrìobhadh (Reading and Writing)

Èisteachd is Labhairt (Listening and Speaking)

Coimhearsnachd (Community).

The final course, Coimhearsnachd (Community), is a 3-week residential experience in South Uist, a strongly Gaelic-speaking area of the Western Isles.

Course alteration or discontinuation
The University of Glasgow endeavours to run all courses as advertised. In exceptional circumstances, however, the University may withdraw or alter a course. For more information, please see: Student contract.

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This one-year programme consists of three courses: Leughadh is Sgrìobhadh (Reading and Writing) Èisteachd is Labhairt (Listening and Speaking) Coimhearsnachd (Community). The final course, Coimhearsnachd (Community), is a 3-week residential experience in South Uist, a strongly Gaelic-speaking area of the Western Isles. Course alteration or discontinuation The University of Glasgow endeavours to run all courses as advertised.

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Get in touch with Skills Develoment Scotland, contact our press office, or find a centre or office

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Fàilte gu làrach-lìn Stòrlann Nàiseanta na Gàidhlig, a' bhuidheann a tha a' co-òrdanachadh foillseachadh agus sgaoileadh ghoireasan do dh'fhoghlam Gàidhlig air feadh Alba.

Welcome to the website of Stòrlann Nàiseanta na Gàidhlig, the organisation charged with co-ordinating the production and distribution of Gaelic educational resources throughout Scotland.

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Fàilte gu làrach-lìn Stòrlann Nàiseanta na Gàidhlig, a' bhuidheann a tha a' co-òrdanachadh foillseachadh agus sgaoileadh ghoireasan do dh'fhoghlam Gàidhlig air feadh Alba. Welcome to the website of Stòrlann Nàiseanta na Gàidhlig, the organisation charged with co-ordinating the production and distribution of Gaelic educational resources throughout Scotland.

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LearnGaelic - Find a course

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Royal National Mod 2023 - Paisley - 13th to 21st October 2023

An Comunn Gàidhealach was founded in Oban in 1891. It has supported the teaching, learning and use of the Gaelic language and the study and cultivation of Gaelic literature, history, music and art for over 100 years.

Through the organisation and running of the Royal National Mòd and a network of provincial Mòds across Scotland, An Comunn Gaidhealach furthers the aims of supporting and developing all aspects of the Gaelic language, culture, history and heritage at local, national and international levels.

Should you wish to support the work of An Comunn Gàidhealch, please feel free to make a donation via our JustGiving page here:

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SpeakGaelic is the most comprehensive way to learn Scottish Gaelic created in a generation. BBC content backs the Sàbhal Mòr Ostaig course.

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SpeakGaelic is the most comprehensive way to learn Scottish Gaelic created in a generation. BBC content backs the Sàbhal Mòr Ostaig course.

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SpeakGaelic is the most comprehensive way to learn Scottish Gaelic created in a generation. BBC content backs the Sàbhal Mòr Ostaig course.

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SpeakGaelic is the most comprehensive way to learn Scottish Gaelic created in a generation. BBC content backs the Sàbhal Mòr Ostaig course.

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Fàilte gu làrach-lìn Stòrlann Nàiseanta na Gàidhlig, a' bhuidheann a tha a' co-òrdanachadh foillseachadh agus sgaoileadh ghoireasan do dh'fhoghlam Gàidhlig air feadh Alba.

Welcome to the website of Stòrlann Nàiseanta na Gàidhlig, the organisation charged with co-ordinating the production and distribution of Gaelic educational resources throughout Scotland.

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Fàilte gu làrach-lìn Stòrlann Nàiseanta na Gàidhlig, a' bhuidheann a tha a' co-òrdanachadh foillseachadh agus sgaoileadh ghoireasan do dh'fhoghlam Gàidhlig air feadh Alba. Welcome to the website of Stòrlann Nàiseanta na Gàidhlig, the organisation charged with co-ordinating the production and distribution of Gaelic educational resources throughout Scotland.

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Duilleag fhiosrachaidh do thidsearan Gàidhlig na h-Alba

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Bidh a' chiad choinneamh Club Irise SMO air rannsachadh air foghlam a' gabhail àite air Zoom, Diciadain, 3 an Gearran, 4-5f, agus tha fàilte romhaibh uile. Tuilleadh fiosrachaidh an seo air Facebook.

Ann an coinneamhan a' chlub seo, bidh sinn a' deasbad diofar phàipearan rannsachaidh air foghlam cànain. Tha ar coinneamhan fosgailte do dhaoine sam bith le ùidh ann am foghlam Gàidhlig aig ìre sam bith: ro-sgoile, bun-sgoile, àrd-sgoile, no oilthighe. Gach coinneamh, bidh òraidiche aig SMO a' libhrigeadh taisbeanadh goirid (mu 20 mionaid) air pàipear inntinneach anns an litreachas rannsachaidh air foghlam cànain, agus an uair sin, thèid an rannsachadh sin a dheasbad.

ʼS e cuspairean a' chlub am bliadhna: aire air cruth (focus on form), ais-mholadh ceartachaidh (corrective feedback), agus oideachadh cànain follaiseach (explicit language instruction) ann an co-theagsa foghlaim bhogaidh.
Na coinneamhan:
Tim Armstrong, Diciadain, 3 an Gearran, 4-5f

Ní Dhiorbháin, Aisling & Pádraig Ó Duibhir. 2017. "An explicit-inductive approach to grammar in Irish-medium immersion schools." Language Awareness 26(1): 3-24.

Gwen Culbertson, Diciadain, 3 am Màrt, 4-5f

Zhou, Wenying, and Guofang Li. 2017. "The Effects of Shared Singing Picture Book Instruction on Chinese Immersion Kindergarteners' Spoken Vocabulary Recall and Retention." Frontiers of Education in China 12(1): 29-51

Roddy Neithercut, Diciadain, 31 am Màrt, 4-5f

Gallegos, Areles. 2017. Using Explicit Instruction of Spanish Past-Tense Verb Conjugations in a Spanish Immersion Classroom. Tràchdas Maighstireachd, California State University, Sacramento.

Shona NicCarmaig, Diciadain, 5 an Cèitean, 4-5f

Monson, Katie. 2019. Teaching Grammar Through Music. Tràchdas Maighsireachd, Hamline University.

Anna Thirkell, Diciadain, 2 an t-Ògmhios, 4-5f

Lyster, Roy 2018. Content-based language teaching. New York: Routledge.

Thèid na coinneamhan a chumail anns a' Ghàidhlig, air Zoom.

Tuilleadh fiosrachaidh an seo air Facebook.

Social Enterprise Academy is inviting Gaelic Medium and Gaelic Language teachers to join us for an Award in Leadership programme, starting on March 19th. The programme is delivered entirely online in Gaelic medium through learning sessions and webinars on zoom. Optional accreditation is available with the Institute of Leadership & Management / City & Guilds.

The Award in Leadership programme enables teachers to

develop an understanding of their own leadership skills

look at how other approaches to leadership can be adopted in particular situations

explore the contemporary issues facing GME and GLE

The programme brings together Gaelic medium educators from across Scotland, creating a community of reflective practitioners to support eachother going forward. It is particularly appropriate for teachers looking to move, or recently having moved, into promoted posts.

There is no cost for the programme, which is fully funded by BnG. Optional accreditation is available at £150.

Places are limited. Further details here on Social Enterprise Academy's website.

Tha Foghlam Alba airson cluintinn mu dheidhinn gus am faigh sinn an cothrom ionnsachadh bho mar a chaidh dhuinn...
Education Scotland is capturing stories from lockdown in a book entitled, "What Scotland Learned". This will highlight a collection of stories from across the Scottish education system to showcase some of the most innovative, effective and impactful examples of learning during lockdown. It is important that Gaelic is part of this, for which we invite submissions and promotion with other partners.

Please follow the guidance below to find out how to submit stories by 10 October.

https://education.gov.scot/improvement/scotland-learns/wsl/

Seo agaibh LITIR L itir AGM 2020 agus clàr-chùisean CLAS AGM 2020 airson ar coinneamh bhliadhnail a tha gus tachairt tro zoom am bliadhna.

Cuine? feasgar Diardaoin 8mh Dàmhair @ 7f. Thigibh nar cuideachd!
Co-fharpais ChLAS 2020
Bha tòrr phìosan sgrìobhaidh fìor mhath ann am bliadhna is bha e gu math doirbh dìreach sia pìosan a thaghadh airson duaisean. Ach aig a' cheann thall, 's e na sgoilearan a bha soirbheachail ann a bhith a' faighinn duais am bliadhna:
Fileantaich
A' Chiad Duais - Lisa Ford, AS3, Àrd-sgoil Àird nam Murchan

An Dàrna Duais - Maria Monk, AS1, Sgoil Ghàidhlig Ghlaschu

An Treas Duais - Joshua Turner, AS2, Àrd-sgoil Phort Rìgh
Luchd-Ionnsachaidh
A' Chiad Duais - Calum MacCoinnich, AS3, Àrd-sgoil Gheàrrloch

An Dàrna Duais - Kyla NicMhurchaidh, AS2, Àrd-sgoil MhicNeacail

An Treas Duais - Kyla McCrae, AS2, Acadamaidh Chille Mheàrnaig

Mealaibh ur naidheachd le chèile!

Thèid na duaisean agus na teisteanasan air fad dhan na sgoiltean san Lùnastal.
Leabhran 2020 Co-fharpais ChLAS 2020 Bha pìosan sgrìobhaidh fìor mhath ann am bliadhna is bha e gu math doirbh dìreach sia pìosan a thaghadh airson duaisean, ach aig a' cheann thall 's e na sgoilearan a bha soirbheachail ann a bhith a' faighinn duais am bliadhna: Fileantaich
A' Chiad Duais - Lisa Ford, AS3, Àrd-sgoil Àird nam Murchan

An Dàrna Duais - Maria Monk, AS1, Sgoil Ghàidhlig Ghlaschu

An Treas Duais - Joshua Turner, AS2, Àrd-sgoil Phort Rìgh
Luchd-Ionnsachaidh
A' Chiad Duais - Calum MacCoinnich, AS3, Àrd-sgoil Gheàrrloch

An Dàrna Duais - Kyla NicMhurchaidh, AS2, Àrd-sgoil MhicNeacail

An Treas Duais - Kyle McCrae, AS2, Acadamaidh Chille Mheàrnaig
Mealaibh ur naidheachd gach duin' agaibh!
Tha Foghlam Alba a' cumail Webinar an ath sheachdainn air Gàidhlig/Gaelic anns a 'Senior Phase' (11.30-12.30 air Diciadain an 24mh.) Tha Catriona, John agus Shonagh à CLAS gu bhith a' toirt seachad am beachdan cuideachd. Ma tha sibh idir a' teagasg Gàidhlig do fhileantaich no luchd-ionnsachaidh ann an AS4-6, bhiodh seo taiceil agus inntinneach dhuibh. Siuthadaibh, cuiribh ur n-ainm thuca tron cheangal seo:

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Thigibh beò sa Ghàidhlig | Sabhal Mòr Ostaig

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Teagasg cuspairean àrd-sgoile tron Ghàidhlig / Teaching secondary subjects through Gaelic Medium

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AWARD: Certificate of Higher Education
STUDY MODE: Full-time,On-campus
DURATION: 1 YEAR
CODE: QP59
COURSE LEADER: Dr Timothy Currie Armstrong
COURSE CONTACT: Eilidh Grant ( *protected email* )

CertHE Gaelic and Communication is a year-long intensive immersion course aimed at students who are reasonably fluent and who want to rapidly improve their Gaelic. Depending on their level of Gaelic, all of our BA (Hons) degree students will complete either Gaelic and Communication or An Cùrsa Comais in their first year. Students may also take CertHE Gaelic and Communication as a one-year, standalone immersion course. On this course, students will take advantage of our unique Gaelic-immersion community at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig to make rapid progress in their Gaelic speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. Students are expected to come prepared to use Gaelic at all times and in all situations on-campus at the College.

This is a course for proficient Gaelic speakers who wish to study Gaelic to an expert level in a fully Gaelic-speaking environment. This intensive, immersion course prepares students for university-level Gaelic-medium education and for progression to the second year of Sabhal Mòr Ostaig's Gaelic-medium BA and BA (Hons) degrees. Students will study Gaelic literature, Gaelic development, creative writing (short story and song), and public speaking, as well as gain a thorough understanding of the Gaelic language itself, including pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, idiom and formal registers. By the end of CertHE Gaelic and Communication, students will be able to speak, understand, read and write Gaelic with complete confidence, allowing them to fully take part in all aspects of modern Gaelic life in Scotland.

Main course features

Study Gaelic to an expert level in a lively immersion environment;

Read and discuss seven modern Gaelic novels;

Write short stories, songs and expositions in Gaelic;

Read scholarly articles in Gaelic on a range of subjects;

Design and implement two Gaelic development projects on campus;

Participate in a three-week work experience placement in Gaelic.

CORE MODULES

Module Code: UQ507230
Credits: 20

The purpose of this module is to provide a snapshot of why Gaelic is in its current state. To understand this, the module is in two halves. The first half looks at the growth and decline of the Gaelic language throughout history. In the second half, we look at the sociopolitical motivations behind the revival of the Gaelic language, especially from the 1970s onwards.

On completion of the module, the student should be able to:

Demonstrate an understanding of the cultural, historical, geographical and linguistic factors that have shaped the Highlands;

Demonstrate an awareness of the political, social, cultural and economic issues affecting the Highlands today;

Demonstrate an understanding of the implications of creating and maintaining an identity in the Highlands;

Apply the knowledge and understanding of the module to a project on a community or topic related to the Highlands, showing the sources correctly.

Gaelic Literature: Critical Skills

Module Code: UQ507232
Credits: 20

In this module, you will become familiar with different types of Gaelic literature - short stories, drama and poetry. By reading this material, you will enhance your knowledge of the Gaelic language, both in words and idioms, in an enjoyable way. You will also learn about literature review and related technical terms.

On completion of the module students should be able to:

apply appropriate literary criticism procedures;

read closely a wide range of Gaelic literature;

express opinions based on judgment and assertion;

use appropriate Gaelic terminology for module applications;

write in Gaelic at an appropriate level.

OPTIONAL MODULES

Music Performance and Gaelic Song 1

Module Code: UW307227
Credits: 20

Students work in bands to create pieces of music (to be sung and performed). These pieces will be performed in public, in a concert setting, and in a rehearsal.

In addition, students learn musical vocabulary.

Each student will receive individual tuition in their chosen specialist subject. Approximately 91 hours will be spent working on the student's specialist subject, with approximately 24 hours of one-to-one teaching and 65 hours of group teaching. Singing is taught, as a group, for 24 hours throughout the year.

On successful completion of the module the student should have:

acquisition of performance skills on chosen area of specialisation appropriate to this level;

acquisition of basic ensemble skills in chosen area of specialisation and group vocal music;

an understanding of essential vocabulary.

Theory, Arrangement and Composition 1

Module Code: UW307228
Credits: 20

In this module, students will learn about the rhythm, structure and balance of Gaelic music. They will also gain a good understanding of Gaelic music theory, chords and terminology. There are also sessions on sound production in the studio. This module is delivered once a week over semesters 1 and 2.

On successful completion of the module the student will have:

an understanding of fundamental music theory and related Gaelic vocabulary;

acquisition of basic composition and arrangement skills;

the ability to use Sibelius software to produce neat and musically accurate scores.

Module Code: UQ507234
Credits: 20

The aim of this module is to enable students to become familiar with a wide range of stories and songs in the Gaelic tradition, and to highlight the role of both in Gaelic scholarship.

The module also aims to increase students' vocabulary and develop their understanding of dialects and idioms.

On completion of the module, students should be able to:

Demonstrate the acquisition and application of transcription skills.

Demonstrate an awareness of the wide range of Gaelic song by traditional and modern artists and critically evaluate its importance to the Gaelic language and culture.

Research and produce a version of a traditional tale.

Entry Requirements

Qualifications

3 SQA Higher passes at grades BBC or above, including Gàidhlig (fluent speakers) or Gaelic (learners) at B or above; or

other equivalent qualifications subject to the discretion of the Course/Programme Leader.

You will be required to satisfy the College of your ability in Gaelic. All prospective music degree students must also undertake a music audition. Students without an SQA pass in Gaelic must satisfy the college of their ability in Gaelic. For applicants with little or no previous knowledge of Gaelic, Sabhal Mòr Ostaig offers An Cùrsa Inntrigidh, a distance learning course which aims to prepare students for entry to year one of the degree programme.

Additional Requirements

The Workplace Experience module is a core module on this course and registration with Disclosure Scotland's PVG Scheme will be required should you choose to undertake your placement at a school or other childcare establishment.

Fees and Funding

For course costs, please visit our Fees page.

How to Apply

If you are a school leaver or are applying to multiple universities, then you must apply through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). This is the central admissions service for all universities and colleges of higher education in the UK. If you are not a school leaver and are only applying to Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, you can either contact the Registry & Admissions Office or download, complete and return the UHI application form. For those applying from overseas, UCAS forms will be available from the British Council. All prospective international students can also download, complete and return the UHI International Students application form.

Contact details:

Registry & Admissions Office
Sabhal Mòr Ostaig
Sleat
Isle of Skye
IV44 8RQ

Tel: 01471 888304
Email: *protected email*

Useful information for applying through UCAS:

Institution Name: HIP
Code: H49
Campus: K

After the Course

You will have developed skills which will enhance your employment prospects in the following areas:

Gaelic development and community development

Gaelic media sector

Gaelic/Gaelic-medium teaching

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Comann nam Pàrant (CnP), which means “Parents’ Organisation” consists of a network of around 30 local groups, representing the interest of parents whose children are educated through the medium of Gaelic at the various levels.

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Welcome to Comann nam Pàrant, the national parents' advice
and support organisation on Gaelic Medium Education.

Comann nam Pàrant (CnP), means "Parents' Organisation", consists of a network of around 30 local groups, representing the interests of parents whose children are educated through the medium of Gaelic at the various levels, from pre-school to secondary level. The main aim of all CnP groups is "to promote and support the establishment and maintenance of education through the medium of Gaelic". It was as a result of the efforts of parents that Gaelic medium education (GME) first began in 1985. On our site you will find further information about Gaelic Medium Education, resources, videos and about local Comann nam Parant groups.

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For more information regarding using Gaelic in the home and early years, please check out our other website Neadan.

Gaelic Medium Education

Gaelic medium education is one of the main ways of achieving or maintaining fluency in Gaelic. This is especially true of children from a non-Gaelic speaking background. Gaelic medium education is open to everyone, those who speak Gaelic and those who do not.

In any education system, parents have a crucial role to play and where Gaelic is concerned this role takes on an added dimension; it was as a result of the efforts of parents that GME began in 1985.

Parental support is vital at all stages of Gaelic medium education.

Put Gaelic at the heart of your home

Our sister website full of information, advice and materials for parents to embed Gaelic into the home. Also our new podcasts are available here - give them a listen!

Annual Report

To read the latest Annual Report , please click here

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Sabhal Mòr Ostaig offer an MEd Gaelic Education Course for postgraduate teachers and a range of professional support and learning opportunities such as podcast series Oideas - Sabhal Mòr Ostaig (uhi.ac.uk) and forum for discussion of research papers (Club Irise).

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MEd Foghlam Gàidhlig - Sabhal Mòr Ostaig

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Updates on Available Spaces
on our Taught Gaelic Courses are Posted Here
Multilingual learning support available: Dutch, French, English, German

Last updated 02/10/23 at 2.40pmFor new students, payment is due on receipt of invoice to secure your space.

Some courses have entry requirements which have to be met before you apply.
Students are expected to use Skye/Uist Gaelic only during our sessions.
There are no refunds once courses have been paid for and you've accepted a lesson slot and
it can not be transferred to another time.

If you prefer to use and learn one of the Lewis dialects, you can find tutors on the Isle of Lewis who have the experience and knowledge to help you with this. Whichever dialect you learn, be aware of the differences, respect them and don't mix them up.

Please readFAQ, the Attendance and Cancellation Policy before signing up.

November - Last minute availability

Wednesday / Thursday (limited space left)

January - provisional availability (registration starts 01/11/23)
Week/Weekend/Evening

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Post-Beginner Dialogue Development Course - 2 spaces left

Modern languages - get in touch to discuss your requirements.

Some waiting lists are open on the events' page.

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Availability updates will appear here the coming weeks.

We open for 2024 island bookings in January.

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Love Gaelic provides online Scottish Gaelic Language Courses and Hebridean Island Immersion Experiences.

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Higher Gaelic (Learners) - Scotland - BBC Bitesize

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Higher Gaelic (Learners) learning resources for adults, children, parents and teachers organised by topic.

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Higher Gaelic | Language Learning Scotland

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Gaelic Immersion Course: Live Q&A | An Cùrsa Comais / Gaelic Immersion Course: Live Q&A.

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An Cùrsa Comais / Gaelic Immersion Course: Live Q&A.

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Dyslexia and Inclusive Practice – GTCS Professional Recognition Programme

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Cothroman trèanaidh bho SCILT gu h-àraidh "Scotland's Languages Leadership Programme"

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'An excellent range of interactive approaches and resources to provide stimulating and simple lessons' 'This was a very useful workshop - full of great conversation ideas and well-focused in activities which I know I can immediately use in the classroom' 'It was so refreshing to attend a course which was entirely relevant and where the speaker was so knowledgeable' 'It was a very well informed, well-delivered session' - Testimonials from SCILT professional learning attendees

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Clàraidh beò de dh’òraidean bhon cho-labhairt fhoghlaim a bh’ againn air làrach Shabhal Mòr Ostaig, 15–17 Ògmhios 2023.

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Versions of the Answer Booklet PDF have been created for electronic completion of these workbooks. Please note, and candidates must be made aware, that the answer text boxes in these PDFs are a fixed size. If these are over-filled with text, the text reduces in size. Movement between pages requires the tab key to be used or by right-clicking on the next page.
Cantonese French Gaelic (Learners) German Italian Mandarin Spanish Urdu Coursework assessment tasks for N5 Modern Languages
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This section provides information on marking instructions and/or the coursework assessment task(s). It includes information that centres need to administer coursework and must be read in conjunction with the course specification.

Information on the production and submission of SQA-assessed coursework for National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher.

Examples of candidate evidence with commentaries
Further examples of candidate evidence and commentaries can be found on SQA's secure website and you can access these through your SQA co-ordinator.
Webinar
Webinar (recording): Assignment Writing from session 2023-2024

Course assessment overview

Video overview of course assessment from session 2017-18

Changes to understanding standards materials

Please note: Understanding Standards materials are regularly reviewed to ensure they remain up to date.
Additional Resources session 2020-22
Please note: Additional resources published during sessions 2020-2022 are currently under review. Further information can be found on the Understanding Standards Website .

Provides information on the performance of candidates - which is useful to teachers, lecturers and assessors in their preparation of candidates for future assessment.

Course Reports

Verification Reports

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National 5 Gàidhlig - develop the ability to listen, read, talk and write in Gaelic, as appropriate to purpose, audience and context. Apply knowledge of language and gain confidence.

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This is an intensive 3-day secondary school timetabling course for those involved in the construction of the school timetable for the first time or in need of an overview of the basics of the theory and practice of timetabling, particularly with a focus on curriculum for excellence.

Programme overview

'How Good is our School 4' states that the school curriculum should have a clear vision of the school and its community. The needs of the learner should be at the centre of curriculum design and development. The school timetable is the vehicle which supports the delivery of an effective curriculum. The skills of the timetabler are key to bringing any curriculum design to fruition.

Programme summary

The course will:

Develop the basic skills and techniques required to produce a secondary school timetable

Provide a series of in-depth practical exercises based around a real school timetable and real curriculum designs

Promote efficiency within timetabling

Provide an opportunity to share curriculum structures and development ideas with fellow timetablers

Introduce techniques that can widen curricular offerings to learners

Demonstrate software that supports the timetabling process.

Who is the course for?

Headteachers, Senior School Managers, Principal Teachers, Business Managers and staff with a keen interest in learning how to timetable.

Course information

We run three courses each year, in November, December and January. Each course lasts for 3 days (Wed - Fri).

There will be 20 places available for the online course and 25 places for each of the in-person courses.
Dates for 2023-24
Wed 1 - Fri 3 Nov 2023: Online - Booking closed

Wed 6 - Fri 8 Dec 2023: Central Edinburgh venue TBC - FULLY BOOKED

Wed 17 - Fri 19 Jan 2024: Central Edinburgh venue TBC
Course fee: £550 Book a place on the Jan 2024 Course
For further information:
Email the Professional Learning Team
We also offer a one-day intermediate timetabling course for those who have experience with timetabling or those who have participated in the introductory course who seek to go further.
Intermediate timetabling course
Booking terms

Course fees are non-refundable. The Professional Learning Office operates a cancellation policy to ensure that delegates are not disadvantaged by the last-minute cancellation of courses due to withdrawals making the course unviable.

We will use your personal data to allow us to process your registration, communicate with you and obtain your feedback about this course. We are processing the information about you for these purposes because by registering for the course you give your consent for us to do so.

We will not share information about you with third parties.

We will hold the personal data you provided us for 12 months after course completion. If you have agreed to be contacted about future events, we will hold your personal data for as long as you subscribe to these updates. Financial data such as a payment record will be held for 7 years. We do not use profiling or automated decision-making processes.
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In order to facilitate online bookings for our events, we use Epay - a third party service which is not operated by the University of Edinburgh.
Details of Epay's privacy policy

Engaging delivery, content was excellent, and I feel I have a solid grounding in the theory and basic application of timetabling

It provides me with the confidence to create a timetable when the time comes.

Inclusion of practical exercises was extremely helpful.

Thank you for managing to condense a huge process into 3 days in a useful and clear manner.

Grant's knowledge and experience was invaluable - lots of great tips!

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Goireasan Foghlam bho Comhairle nan Eilean Siar.

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The Children and Young People's Commissioner Scotland

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Resource: Learning about human rights

Date published on site:

Geàrr-chunntas (Summary)

The book, beautifully illustrated by Corinna Campbell, from Inverness, takes young children on a journey to discover rights like having a safe home, the right to be healthy, to learn, and to play, and features iconic Scots landmarks like Edinburgh Castle, Glasgow's Clydeside and Tarbat Ness Lighthouse near Tain, Inverness-shire.

An audio and video version has been recorded by Bun-sgoil Taobh na Pàirce P6 pupil Mirabelle. The 10-year-old said: "It was fun to have the opportunity to read the book for people. It's good to have it in Gaelic and in English so that we can learn in both. I like that 'Rights Rabbit' works in Gaelic too - 'Coineanach nan Chòraichean!'"

Bun-sgoil Taobh na Pàirce P6 pupil Mirabelle reads the story in Gaelic.

Commissioner Nicola Killean said: "Let's Explore Our Rights explains to very young children in a way they can understand what rights are and why they are important.

Tha an leabhar, le dealbhan àlainn le Corinna Chaimbeul, à Inbhir Nis, a' toirt clann òga air turas gus faighinn a-mach mu chòraichean leithid dachaigh shàbhailte, còir a bhith fallain, a bhith ag ionnsachadh, agus a bhith a' cluich, agus tha comharran-tìre Albannach suaicheanta ann leithid Caisteal Dhùn Èideann, seallaidhean ri taobh abhainn Chluaidh ann an Glaschu is Taigh-solais an Tairbeirt faisg air Baile Dhubhthaich, Siorrachd Inbhir Nis.

Tha dreach claisneachd is bhidio ann a chaidh a chlàradh le Mirabelle, sgoilear BS6 ann am Bun-sgoil Taobh na Pàirce. Thuirt Mirabelle, a tha 10 bliadhna a dh'aois: "Bha e spòrsail cothrom fhaighinn an leabhar a leughadh do dhaoine. Tha e math gu bheil e againn sa Ghàidhlig agus sa Bheurla gus an ionnsaich sinn anns an dà chuid. Is toil leam mar a tha 'Rights Rabbit' ag obair sa Ghàidhlig cuideachd - 'Coineanach nan Còraichean!'"

Thuirt an Coimiseanair Nicola Killean: Tha A' Coimhead air ar Còraichean a' mìneachadh dè th' ann an còraichean agus carson a tha iad cho cudromach.

Luchdaich leabhar (Download book)

You can download and browse the book below

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Coimhead air ar Còraichean (Let's Explore Our Rights)

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Discover 'Let's Explore Our Rights,' a beautifully illustrated book by Corinna Campbell, available in both Gaelic and English. It takes young children on a journey to understand their rights, like having a safe home, being healthy, learning, and playing. Featuring an audio and video version narrated by 10-year-old Mirabelle, it's an engaging resource to educate children about their rights.

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Course overview

Have you always been intrigued by our native language, Scottish Gaelic? Do you want to dive into Scotland's oldest indigenous language, be part of the regeneration of the Gaelic language and enhance your career prospects? Yes? Then the Higher Gaelic course is just what you need.

The main focus of the course is on developing the four skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing and you will do this through studying various topics and using workbooks, worksheets, websites, videos and films.

This course is aimed at beginners but may also be of interest to Gaelic speakers who wish to improve their level of literacy in Gaelic.

This course will be delivered flexibly and will allow for the opportunity to attend Springburn Campus on one day per week but with two other twilight/evening sessions which will take place remotely over MS Teams. Delivery will be further supported with a range of videos and other teaching materials all of which can be accessed remotely over the duration of the course.

What you will learn

You will develop your Gaelic language and communication skills in the four competencies of reading & writing and listening & speaking.

Topics you will study include friendships and family, pastimes and travel, education and work, healthy lifestyle choices, technology, society and culture.

On your way to achieving the National 5 at level 5, you will study and work through Nationals 3 and 4 and undertake the in-class assessments at these levels

Entry requirements

Previous qualifications in Gaelic are not essential, however, it would be beneficial if you have undertaken some self-study, for example, having used apps like Duolingo.

An informal interview will be available should you want to talk about any elements of the course.

Career Opportunities

You could have enhanced employment opportunities in various areas including education; community projects; media; working with local authorities; administration and tourism as Gaelic is often required in these areas

Future prospects

Further study at university to continue your Gaelic learning, for example, at the University of Glasgow.

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NQ Gaelic / Fàilte gu Gàidhlig (Level 5)

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This course gives you the opportunity to learn Gaelic from scratch to NQ level 5. You will gain knowledge of Gaelic culture, history and heritage, as well as useful communication skills.

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The Teaching Bursary Scheme provides £20,000 for career-switch teacher training in the hardsest-to-fill teaching subjects at nine Scottish universities.

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Education Scotland offering CPD in Gaelic Education

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Education Scotland offering CPD in Gaelic Education

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Welcome to the Gaelic Education homepage of the Learning, Teaching and Assessment Team at Education Scotland. Gaelic Education is made up of three distinct components; Gaelic Medium Education, Gaelic Learner Education and Learning about Gaelic Language and Culture.

Gaelic Medium Education (GME) is an intrinsic part of Scottish education that enables children and young people to achieve fluency in Gaelic. The entire curriculum is delivered through the medium of Gaelic with children and young people progressing from early years through primary education and into secondary education, a 3-18 entitlement.

Gaelic Learner Education (GLE) is distinct from GME in that it is delivered to children and young people in English Medium Education as part of a 1+2 approach to languages.

Learning about Gaelic Language and Culture (LAGC) is a central feature of learning about Scotland and helps children and young people connect Gaelic to their knowledge and understanding of Scotland.

An important document to reference is our national advice called the Advice on Gaelic Education. Produced since 2015, and revised on an ongoing basis, most recently March 2022, the Advice on Gaelic Education provides important information on the national context, and describes best practice to support senior leaders, practitioners and education authorities in evaluating and planning for improvement in Gaelic Education. It is based on evidence from inspections, reviews and other statutory functions, covering all sectors of Gaelic Education; and other engagements with a wide range of stakeholders. HM Inspectors use the Advice to support scrutiny activities.

To discuss your requirements please contact Maeve.MacKinnon@educationscotland.gov.scot

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Curriculum, Learning, Teaching and Assessment

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Welcome to the Gaelic Education homepage of the Learning, Teaching and Assessment Team at Education Scotland. Gaelic Education is made up of three distinct components; Gaelic Medium Education, Gaelic Learner Education and Learning about Gaelic Language and Culture. Gaelic Medium Education (GME) is an intrinsic part of Scottish education that enables children and young people to achieve fluency in Gaelic.

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The Student Awards Agency Scotland Guidance  provides that SAAS will waive previous study rules on Cert HE Gaelic Immersion courses. Students who have received funding for a degree or Higher National level qualification already are still eligible to receive funding for this course. If the Cert HE Gaelic Immersion is studied prior to another programme of study (e.g. an HNC or degree), it will not be taken into account for previous study.

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This Certificate of Higher Education allows you to develop advanced Gaelic language skills, as well as acquire in-depth knowledge and understanding of Scottish Gaelic language, culture, and literature through advanced level Gaelic language immersion. This programme is ideal for adult learners and education professionals who want to develop their fluency in Gaelic.

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Course structure

STRUCTAR A' CHÙRSA

This one-year programme consists of three courses:

Leughadh is Sgrìobhadh (Reading and Writing)

Èisteachd is Labhairt (Listening and Speaking)

Coimhearsnachd (Community).

The final course, Coimhearsnachd (Community), is a 3-week residential experience in South Uist, a strongly Gaelic-speaking area of the Western Isles.

Course alteration or discontinuation
The University of Glasgow endeavours to run all courses as advertised. In exceptional circumstances, however, the University may withdraw or alter a course. For more information, please see: Student contract.

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This one-year programme consists of three courses: Leughadh is Sgrìobhadh (Reading and Writing) Èisteachd is Labhairt (Listening and Speaking) Coimhearsnachd (Community). The final course, Coimhearsnachd (Community), is a 3-week residential experience in South Uist, a strongly Gaelic-speaking area of the Western Isles. Course alteration or discontinuation The University of Glasgow endeavours to run all courses as advertised.