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Erasmus + English Language & Irish Culture
Third-party on-site course

English Language & Irish Culture

Our English language + Irish Culture Course enables students
to consolidate and improve their overall level in English while
enjoying an introduction to Irish Culture through classroom
sessions on Irish Culture as well as social and cultural
workshops offering an immersion in Irish culture.

28.03.2025
Next upcoming session:
26.05.2025 - 30.05.2025
Ireland , Cork , Cork
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Description

Course participants will learn about a range of aspects of Irish Culture from a selection of specially designed sessions including Irish music, literature, mythology, history, and food. Participants will also consolidate and improve their overall level of English through an integrated skills approach. In our mixed General English lessons, an emphasis is placed on listening comprehension, pronunciation, and spoken interaction. Improve your overall English on our General English + Irish Culture course and enjoy an academic, cultural, and social experience with us in Cork.

Learning objectives

  • Language Proficiency: Develop and enhance English language proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing within a variety of contexts.

 

  • Cultural Awareness: Gain a deep understanding and appreciation of Irish culture, traditions, and customs.

 

  • Communication Skills: Improve communication skills in English through immersion in both formal and informal Irish cultural settings.

 

  • Vocabulary Enrichment: Expand vocabulary in English with a specific focus on terms related to Irish culture, history, and daily life.

 

  • Cultural Adaptation: Develop the ability to navigate and adapt to diverse cultural situations, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and awareness.

 

  • Cultural Heritage Exploration: Explore significant aspects of Irish cultural heritage, including history, literature, music, and folklore.

 

  • Local Interaction: Engage in meaningful conversations with locals to enhance language skills and cultural understanding.

 

  • Cultural Activities Participation: Participate in various cultural activities such as visits to historical sites, museums, and cultural events to apply language skills in real-life situations.

 

  • Written Expression: Improve written expression in English by creating narratives, reflections, and summaries related to Irish cultural experiences.

 

  • Presentation Skills: Develop presentation skills by sharing insights and information about Irish culture with peers in English.

 

  • Cross-Cultural Comparisons: Compare and contrast aspects of Irish culture with the participants' own cultural backgrounds, fostering a broader perspective.

 

  • Social Interaction Proficiency: Enhance social interaction skills in English through participation in social events and gatherings within the local community.

 

  • Cultural Project Development: Collaborate with peers to create and present a cultural project that showcases understanding and appreciation of Irish culture.

Methodology & assessment

Methodology:

Cultural Immersion Sessions:

Conduct regular sessions where students immerse themselves in Irish cultural experiences, such as attending local events, festivals, or exploring historical sites.

Language through Culture Workshops: Integrate language learning with Irish cultural themes through interactive workshops, discussions, and language activities related to Irish history, literature, and traditions.

Guest Speakers and Cultural Experts: Invite guest speakers or local cultural experts to share insights into Irish culture, fostering real-life interactions and language practice.

Language Excursions: Organize language excursions to cultural landmarks, museums, or places of historical significance, providing opportunities for language practice in authentic settings.

Project-Based Learning: Assign cultural projects where students research and present aspects of Irish culture, encouraging collaborative learning and language development.

Language Games with Cultural Context: Incorporate language games and activities that have Irish cultural themes, making the learning process enjoyable and culturally enriching.

Assessments:

Cultural Reflection Journals: Ask students to maintain reflection journals where they share their thoughts and experiences related to Irish culture, connecting their reflections to language learning.

Cultural Project Presentation: Assess students through presentations of their cultural projects, evaluating their ability to communicate effectively in English while showcasing their understanding of Irish culture.

Language Proficiency Tests: Conduct regular language proficiency tests to assess improvements in English language skills, ensuring that students are achieving language learning objectives.

Cultural Quizzes and Assessments: Organize quizzes and assessments focused on Irish culture, assessing language and cultural comprehension.

Certification details

All partners will recieve a physical and digital certificate containing their course title, learning outcomes, dates, venue and hours achieved. European Mobility Agreement Signed.

Pricing, packages and other information

  • Price:
    520
    Euro

Additional information

  • Language:
    English
  • Target audience ISCED:
    Other
  • Target audience type:
    Teacher Educator
    Higher education institution staff
    Other
  • Learning time:
    20-25 hours

Upcoming sessions

  • Starting on 26.05.2025 - Ending on 30.05.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 02.06.2025 - Ending on 06.06.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 09.06.2025 - Ending on 13.06.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 16.06.2025 - Ending on 20.06.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 30.06.2025 - Ending on 04.07.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 07.07.2025 - Ending on 11.07.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 14.07.2025 - Ending on 18.07.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 21.07.2025 - Ending on 25.07.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 28.07.2025 - Ending on 01.08.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 04.08.2025 - Ending on 08.08.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 11.08.2025 - Ending on 15.08.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 18.08.2025 - Ending on 22.08.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 25.08.2025 - Ending on 29.08.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 15.09.2025 - Ending on 19.09.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 22.09.2025 - Ending on 26.09.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 06.10.2025 - Ending on 10.10.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 20.10.2025 - Ending on 24.10.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 17.11.2025 - Ending on 21.11.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 01.12.2025 - Ending on 05.12.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland

Past sessions

  • Starting on 10.02.2025 - Ending on 14.02.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 10.03.2025 - Ending on 14.03.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 17.03.2025 - Ending on 21.03.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 24.03.2025 - Ending on 28.03.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 07.04.2025 - Ending on 11.04.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland
  • Starting on 14.04.2025 - Ending on 18.04.2025
    Confirmed
    in

    Cork

    , Ireland

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