Ireland · NCCA Curriculum Specifications
2nd Year Communicating in Irish: Building Connections
This course focuses on developing communicative proficiency in Irish for second year students. It emphasizes real world usage through listening, speaking, reading, and writing while exploring Irish culture and identity.
Myself and My World
Students explore personal identity and daily routines to build foundational conversational skills.
Describing physical appearance and personality traits to introduce oneself to others.
Discussing everyday activities from waking up to going to bed using the present tense.
Home and Community
An exploration of the physical environment of the home and the local neighborhood.
Using descriptive language to talk about rooms, furniture, and dream living spaces.
Navigating the local town and identifying essential services and shops.
Practicing functional language for buying goods and interacting with shopkeepers.
School Life and Learning
Focusing on the school environment, subjects, and the social aspects of education.
Expressing opinions about different school subjects and justifying choices.
Discussing the necessity of rules and the language of obligation and prohibition.
Talking about sports, clubs, and hobbies that take place within the school community.
Health and Well-being
Developing the vocabulary to discuss physical health, emotions, and healthy lifestyles.
Identifying body parts and describing common symptoms or ailments.
Discussing food groups, balanced diets, and the importance of nutrition.
Expressing feelings and discussing ways to manage stress and stay positive.
Leisure and Technology
Exploring how we spend our free time and the impact of digital media on our lives.
Discussing the pros and cons of digital platforms and online safety.
Reviewing films, music, and television programs in the target language.
Sharing personal interests and discovering new activities to try.
Travel and the Wider World
Broadening horizons through the study of travel, geography, and global issues.
Planning trips and describing past holiday experiences in different countries.
Learning about landscapes, weather patterns, and the natural world.
Discussing our role in the world and how we can contribute to a better future.