GCSE Welsh 2nd Language WJEC
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70 topics in 7 modules
☑️ Understanding Spoken Welsh 10 topics
- General conversation
- Listening to and understanding various accents/dialects
- Understanding colloquial phrases
- Identifying main points in a conversation
- Responding to spoken Welsh
- Comprehending radio and television broadcasts
- Interpreting character dialogue in plays
- Grasping detailed information in speeches
- Contextual understanding in discussions
- Utilising vocabulary and grammar correctly and appropriately
☑️ Speaking Welsh 10 topics
- Engaging in dialogue
- Expressing thoughts and opinions
- Asking varied questions
- Narrating personal experiences
- Using correct pronunciation
- Expanding vocabulary
- Using idiomatic language
- Incorporating correct grammar
- Role-playing scenarios in Welsh
- Developing persuasive language abilities
☑️ Understanding Written Welsh 10 topics
- Reading comprehension
- Deducing meaning from a variety of text types
- Understanding grammatical structures
- Idiomatic expression comprehension
- Extracting necessary information from texts
- Understanding character development in literature
- Contextual understanding of topic-specific vocabulary
- Analysing authors’ intentions and narrative techniques
- Understanding the structure of poems and their hidden messaging
- Analysing themes within literary texts
☑️ Writing in Welsh 10 topics
- Writing letters/emails in a structured and grammatically correct manner
- Paraphrasing and summarizing text
- Developing descriptive writing skills
- Writing narrative works with engaging plot, setting, and characters
- Composition of essays on various topics using persuasive devices
- Correct use of a variety of sentence constructions and punctuation
- Appropriate use of idioms and proverbs
- Creative writing, including poetry and short stories
- Responding accurately to visual prompts
- Writing personal reflections on personal experiences or issues of concern
☑️ Welsh Language in Everyday Context 10 topics
- Vocabulary needed for travelling
- General vocabulary for daily use
- Converting English sentences to Welsh
- Understanding job-related texts
- Describing personal and social life
- Expressions in a school or work setting
- Conversational language in restaurants and shops
- Understanding different written texts (newspapers, books, magazines)
- Knowledge of culture and tradition
- Describing weather conditions
☑️ Grammar and Structure of the Welsh Language 10 topics
- Use of verbs and verb tenses
- Structure of questions
- Use of adjectives
- Possessive forms
- Correct use of prepositions
- Using comparatives and superlatives
- Understanding word order rules
- Use of pronominal forms
- Conjugation of common verbs
- Constructing complex sentences accurately
☑️ Welsh Literature and Society 10 topics
- Understanding the role of media in Welsh society
- Interpretation of historic Welsh literary pieces
- Appreciating poetry and their themes
- Comprehending the societal message in different texts
- Knowledge about famous Welsh authors and their works
- Exploring different genres of Welsh literature
- The influence of Welsh language on literature
- Interpreting social and political themes via literature
- Understanding the portrayal of characters in Welsh plays
- Analysing societal change through older and contemporary literature
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Understanding Spoken Welsh
General conversation
Understanding the Basics
- First and foremost, it's important to garner a strong foundation of the basics in spoken Welsh.
- Be familiar with the common greetings; knowing how to get through different times of the day (Bore Da - Good Morning, P'nawn Da - Good Afternoon, Nos Da - Good Night) can make a huge difference.
- Understand how to ask simple questions and phrases which can carry a conversation, e.g., Sut wyt ti? (How are you?), Beth wyt ti'n gwneud heddiw? (What are you doing today?).
Everyday Vocabulary
- Practise using everyday vocabulary and try to incorporate it into normal conversation.
- Expand your vocabulary by studying commonly used nouns, verbs, and adjectives in a regular conversational setting.
- Proficiency in numbers, time, and dates often proves pivotal in general conversation.
Usage of Different Tenses
- The key to a proficient conversation includes employing a variety of tenses in the right context.
- Present, past, and future tense formation should be mastered for effective communication.
- Be comfortable with conditional tense (if....then) constructions.
Conversational Strategy
- Familiarise with the flow of a natural conversation and the kind of topics that people often talk about.
- Listen to Welsh-speakers in a conversation, notice how they take turns, how long they pause etc. This will help you understand when to speak, when to pause, and how to keep a conversation going.
- Practice active listening techniques. This doesn't just involve understanding what's said, but also paying attention to how it's said (tone, pace, emphasis etc.)
Pronunciation and Accent
- Be attentive to pronunciation and accent differences in spoken Welsh.
- Listen to Welsh media (TV, radio, podcasts) to gain exposure to different accents.
- Use resources to practice pronunciation, such as Welsh language pronunciation guides.
Understanding Cultural References
- A good understanding of Welsh culture and idiomatic phrases is often beneficial for understanding spoken Welsh.
- Learning about traditional Welsh stories, norms, customs, and phrases frequently used can help make sense of references in conversations.
At the end of the day, regular practice and exposure to the language will be your best guide for understanding spoken Welsh.
Question: How would you apply an active listening technique during a conversation in Welsh?
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