Lesson Plan: Writing in Gaelic

Topic: Writing in Gaelic

Desired Outcome: I can use a variety of sources to help me check the accuracy of my Gaelic spelling and punctuation.

Level: First Level

Focus: Aprendizagem de espanhol

Introduction:

• Begin the lesson by asking the students if they know how to write in Gaelic. Ask them if they have ever written anything in Gaelic before.
• Explain to the students that Gaelic is a language spoken in Scotland and that it has its own unique alphabet and spelling rules.
• Tell the students that in this lesson, they will learn how to write in Gaelic and how to check the accuracy of their spelling and punctuation.

Main Activity:

• Provide the students with a list of Gaelic words and phrases that they can use to write a short paragraph about themselves. For example, “Is mise [name], tha mi [age] bliadhna dh’aois, tha mi a’ fuireach ann an [place].”
• Ask the students to write a short paragraph about themselves using the Gaelic words and phrases provided.
• Once the students have finished writing, ask them to use a variety of sources to check the accuracy of their spelling and punctuation. These sources could include a Gaelic dictionary, a spell-checker, or a peer who is fluent in Gaelic.
• Encourage the students to make any necessary corrections to their writing.

Plenary:

• Ask the students to share their writing with the class. Encourage them to read their writing aloud and to explain any corrections they made.
• Discuss with the students the importance of checking the accuracy of their spelling and punctuation when writing in Gaelic.
• Remind the students that they can use a variety of sources to help them check their writing, and that it is always important to double-check their work before submitting it.

Assessment:

• Assess the students’ writing based on their accuracy of spelling and punctuation in Gaelic.
• Provide feedback to the students on their writing and encourage them to continue practicing their Gaelic writing skills.