Cornish Intermediate 1

Module title	Cornish Intermediate 1
Module code	PLC2230
Academic year	2022/3
Credits	30
Module staff	Ms Jordina Sala-Branchadell (Convenor)

Duration: Term	1	2	3
Duration: Weeks	11	11

Number students taking module (anticipated)	10

Module description

Cornish Intermediate 1 is intended for those who have successfully completed PLC1130 Beginners or who have a level broadly equivalent. The module provides a systematic approach to building on essential grammar structures in a communicative context.

Cornish Intermediate One can be taken towards achieving ‘with proficiency in Cornish”. See http://humanities.exeter.ac.uk/flc/undergraduate/proficiency/

Module aims - intentions of the module

The module is appropriate for those who either already have or may quickly regain a level of proficiency in Cornish broadly equivalent to A1. You will become a solid A2 user of the Common European Framework and aims to:

Consolidate the essential structures of the target language, developing both vocabulary and range of language structures thus equipping you with the linguistic tools to enable you to communicate effectively in everyday situations

Further develop active and passive language skills, including comprehension skills in listening, reading and productive skills in speaking, writing

Deepen your understanding and appreciation of the Cornish customs, culture and society and develop your awareness of the general social and cultural background of the language.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

ILO: Module-specific skills

On successfully completing the module you will be able to...

1. Demonstrate competence in the use of basic grammatical structures of Cornish
2. Read and comprehend straightforward written and aural texts on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, study, leisure etc. in Cornish
3. Communicate effectively on a broad range of general topics which are familiar or of personal interest, both orally and in writing, and produce short descriptive and narrative texts, formal and informal letters.

ILO: Discipline-specific skills

On successfully completing the module you will be able to...

4. Understand the principles of learning a foreign language intensively and organise your learning with guidance from the tutor
5. Use available learning aids in a variety of media, such as a reference grammar and bilingual dictionary, to consolidate your learning

ILO: Personal and key skills

On successfully completing the module you will be able to...

6. Give a presentation on a topic pertinent to everyday occurrences in your field and hold a conversation which may involve expressing opinions and making value judgements.
7. Demonstrate and apply skills of self-study and rigour and develop an awareness of and sensitivity to a foreign culture

Syllabus plan

The module provides a systematic approach to acquiring essential grammar structures in a communicative context and developing the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Whilst the content may vary from year to year, it is envisioned that it will cover some or all of the following topics:

Grammar (non-exhaustive):

Tenses: present, past (perfect, preterite & imperfect) tenses.
Moods: Imperative, Present participle.
Prepositions.
Interrogatives.
Idioms including ass/ nans/ gwell yw dhe…
Comparisons (mar… avel), comparative & superlative.
Expressions of time.
Negative forms including questions.
Possessive adjectives.
3^rd and 4^th mutations.
Reflexive verbs.
Conjunctions (co-ordinating & subordinating).

Main Topics (non-exhaustive):

Origins and background, Express likes/dislikes. Say where you come from and put the question to others
Describe key events in your life (past, present and future)
Talk about leisure events and activities
Personal relations. Meeting people. Telephone conversations. Relationships
Holidays, travelling and tourism
Describe houses, rooms. Talk about where you live
Work and training, working conditions, looking for a job, CV. Fix meetings and appointments
Health and well-being, medicine. Problems, accidents, mishaps.
Shopping.
Arts and culture. Ask and react to opinions
News and topical events. Environment.

Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)

Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities	Guided independent study	Placement / study abroad
66	234	0

Details of learning activities and teaching methods

Category	Hours of study time	Description
Scheduled Learning and Teaching	66	Language classes
Guided Independent Study	234	Consolidate class work by learning vocabulary and structures, and by reading, watching or listening to material in Cornish. Prepare exercises and activities for class, write short assignments and generally begin to acquire a repertoire of effective language learning strategies. Learning activities are supported by various media, including audio, video/DVD, and, where appropriate, computer software.

Formative assessment

Form of assessment	Size of the assessment (eg length / duration)	ILOs assessed	Feedback method
4 formative tasks covering some or all of the following areas: grammar, writing, listening, reading, speaking.	Variable	1-7	Oral and Written

Summative assessment (% of credit)

Coursework	Written exams	Practical exams
50	25	25

Details of summative assessment

Form of assessment	% of credit	Size of the assessment (eg length / duration)	ILOs assessed	Feedback method
Portfolio	50	As described on the ELE page	1-7	Oral and Written
Written examination	25	1.5 hours	1-5, 7	Written (and oral upon request)
Oral Test	25	8-9 minutes	1-3, 6, 7	Written (and oral upon request)

Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)

Original form of assessment	Form of re-assessment	ILOs re-assessed	Timescale for re-assessment
Portfolio (As described on the ELE page)	Portfolio (As described on the ELE page)	1-7	Referral/Deferral period
Written examination (1.5 hours)	Written examination (1.5 hours)	1-5, 7	Referral/Deferral period
Oral Test (8-9 minutes)	Oral Test (8-9 minutes)	1-3, 6, 7	Referral/Deferral period

Re-assessment notes

Deferral – if you miss an assessment for certificated reasons judged acceptable by the Mitigation Committee, you will normally be either deferred in the assessment or an extension may be granted. The mark given for a re-assessment taken as a result of deferral will not be capped and will be treated as it would be if it were your first attempt at the assessment.

Referral – if you have failed the module overall (i.e. a final overall module mark of less than 40%) you will be required to submit a further assessment as necessary. If you are successful on referral, your overall module mark will be capped at 40%.

Indicative learning resources - Basic reading

Hak, Tony. Grammar Workbook for the Second Grade, Kowethas an Yeth Kernewek [no date]

Page, John. Cornish Grammar for Beginners, Cornish Language Board, 2002

Parker, John. Keskowsow istorek ha Keskowsow, Kowethas an Yeth Kernewek, 2009

Prys, Polin. Bora Brav: Learn the Cornish Language, Kesva an Taves Kernewek, 2020

Richards, Jowan. Broder Wella, Kowethas an Yeth Kernewek, 2022

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Cornish Intermediate One

Credit value	30
Module ECTS	15
Module pre-requisites	PLC1130 or equivalent
Module co-requisites	None
NQF level (module)	5
Available as distance learning?	No
Origin date	07/01/2022
Last revision date	01/03/2022