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LANG10640

Academic Year 2024/2025

Irish Sign Language 1 (LANG10640)

Subject:
Global Languages
College:
VP for Global Engagement
School:
Centre English&Global Language
Level:
1 (Introductory)
Credits:
5
Module Coordinator:
Dr Anna Nunan
Trimester:
Autumn and Spring (separate)
Mode of Delivery:
On Campus
Internship Module:
No
How will I be graded?
Letter grades

Curricular information is subject to change.

This module is for students who have no previous knowledge of Irish Sign Language (ISL). The aim is for students to develop a basic knowledge of signs so that they are able to participate in simple everyday communicative situations. ISL may be of particular value to students seeking a career in health or education or for those who have contact with deaf people through work, friends or family. It may also be of intrinsic interest to linguists. The opportunity to become aware of the values, beliefs, attitudes and traditions of cultures associated with ISL will be facilitated in the topics and learning materials in this module. Irish Sign Language (ISL) is the language used by the Irish deaf community in everyday communication. ISL has its own grammar rules and linguistic features which are separate and distinct from spoken English. It is a visual spatial language and does not rely on sound. ISL has been in existence for centuries and has developed and changed through time and with the development of new technologies.
This module will be delivered via small group teaching with classes having a maximum of 18 students.
Note: This module does not lead to a formal vocational qualification. Students who successfully complete this course may register with the Irish Deaf Society to take further courses.

For more information about the Centre for English and Global Languages modules (formerly Applied Language Centre) see https://www.ucd.ie/cegl/programmes/glm/

About this Module

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this module students should be able to:
• be able to understand short, simple messages in ISL in routine situations
• be able to use a series of phrases in ISL related to information about oneself, family, occupation, shopping, etc.
• demonstrate an ability to manage short social conversations
• be aware of current issues related to the deaf community

Students who achieve at least a B grade at the end of this module are deemed to have reached Level A1.1 of the Common European Framework

Student Effort Hours:
Student Effort Type Hours
Small Group

24
Specified Learning Activities

30
Autonomous Student Learning

46
Total

100

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Small group interactive class

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations
Learning Exclusions:

Any prior knowledge of the language


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
 

Assessment Strategy
Description Timing Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade In Module Component Repeat Offered
Participation in Learning Activities: Attendance and participation mark, based on attendance, assignments and participation in the module Week 1, Week 2, Week 3, Week 4, Week 5, Week 6, Week 7, Week 8, Week 9, Week 10, Week 11, Week 12 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No
10
 No
Exam (In-person): Mid term exam, usually in Week 6 Week 6 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No
10
 No
Exam (In-person): Written exam, receptive language skills, usually in Week 11 Week 11 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No
25
 No
Practical Skills Assessment: Productive language skills test - ISL presentation, usually in Week 12 Week 12 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No
25
 No
Practical Skills Assessment: Interactive skills test, usually in Week 12 Week 12 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No
30
 No

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 

Remediation Type Remediation Timing
Repeat Within Two Trimesters
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Feedback is provided individually to students on the midterm exam in Week 7-8. Students can seek feedback on end of semester components, post-assessment.

Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
Autumn Small Group Offering 1 Week(s) - Autumn: All Weeks Thurs 10:00 - 11:50
Autumn Small Group Offering 2 Week(s) - Autumn: All Weeks Wed 13:00 - 14:50
Autumn Small Group Offering 3 Week(s) - Autumn: All Weeks Wed 10:00 - 11:50
Autumn Small Group Offering 4 Week(s) - Autumn: All Weeks Thurs 13:00 - 14:50
Spring Small Group Offering 1 Week(s) - 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33 Wed 13:00 - 14:50
Spring Small Group Offering 2 Week(s) - 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33 Tues 14:00 - 15:50
Spring Small Group Offering 3 Week(s) - 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33 Wed 10:00 - 11:50
Spring Small Group Offering 4 Week(s) - 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33 Thurs 13:00 - 14:50
Spring Small Group Offering 5 Week(s) - 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33 Thurs 10:00 - 11:50
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