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  • Beginners’ Spanish: Food and drink
    Tue, 09/07/2013 - 10:06
    This unit will be of interest to those who want to improve their language skills in order to communicate more easily and effectively in Spanish. This unit focuses on buying and ordering food and drink at the restaurant or bar. First published on Tue, 02 Apr 2013 as Beginners’ Spanish: Food and drink. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 2013
  • Rundblick: Beginners' German
    Tue, 09/07/2013 - 10:06
    This introductory unit will help you to learn the basics of the German language by taking a journey through German-speaking countries. You will read and hear about a range of places and people, and be given the opportunity to develop language skills which will help you to cope in a range of situations. First published on Fri, 21 Dec 2012 as Rundblick: Beginners' German. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 2012
  • Beginners' Chinese: Introducing yourself
    Tue, 09/07/2013 - 10:06
    This unit is a language unit that concentrates on Mandarin Chinese as a tool for communication, but also provides some insights into Chinese society and culture. It contains a brief introduction to the Chinese language, its scripts and sounds, and how words are formed. The language activities and audio extracts presented here are designed to give you a taste of Mandarin Chinese language. You will hear short conversations where people greet each other, introduce themselves, describe where they come from and what they do for a living. You’ll hear them talk about their daily activities and order food and drinks in a restaurant. This is introductory material, and was chosen to be easily accessible for those with no previous knowledge of Chinese. First published on Fri, 21 Dec 2012 as Beginners' Chinese: Introducing yourself. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 2012
  • French: Ouverture
    Tue, 09/07/2013 - 10:06
    This unit is taken from Ouverture, a language course that concentrates on French as a tool for communication, but it also provides some insights into French society and culture through authentic printed, audio and video materials. It will be of interest to all those who want to improve their language skills in order to communicate more easily and effectively in French. This unit focuses on the French on holiday. First published on Fri, 21 Dec 2012 as French: Ouverture. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 2012
  • Personal information
    Tue, 09/07/2013 - 10:06
    This unit will enable you to discuss personal information at an intermediate level of Spanish. First published on Thu, 29 Mar 2012 as Personal information. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 2012
  • Intermediate Italian: La famiglia
    Tue, 09/07/2013 - 10:06
    In this unit, which is aimed at people who already speak some Italian, you will find out about Italy and Italian, and about the other languages spoken in Italy. You will also hear Italians speaking about family life in Italy and practise the possessives mio, tuo suo, etc. as well as talking about important family events using the past tenses. First published on Mon, 25 Jun 2012 as Intermediate Italian: La famiglia. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 2012
  • Lebenszyklen
    Tue, 09/07/2013 - 10:06
    The thematic focus of this unit is people in Germany, Austria and Switzerland and the world they live in. You use audio and text to practise German language skills while also enhancing your cultural understanding. First published on Wed, 16 May 2012 as Lebenszyklen. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 2012
  • Learning a second language
    Tue, 09/07/2013 - 10:06
    In this unit we will consider how students learn how to make meaning through learning additional languages which could be second, third or even fourth languages. This unit is likely to appeal to teachers; that is, educators of any type. First published on Thu, 12 Apr 2012 as Learning a second language. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 2012
  • Ciudades con Historia
    Tue, 09/07/2013 - 10:06
    In this unit materials you will learn about the history of Spain and the important place of Arab and Jewish cultures in Spanish history. You will study a number of language points to help you talk about history and will write descriptive texts using a variety of stylistic devices. First published on Fri, 11 Nov 2011 as Ciudades con Historia. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 2011
  • Städte und Menschen
    Tue, 09/07/2013 - 10:06
    This unit will introduce you to Tübingen, Leipzig and Graz. You will find out where they are and discover some of the main features of life in these towns. First published on Mon, 10 Oct 2011 as Städte und Menschen. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 2011
  • Vacances d'été
    Tue, 09/07/2013 - 10:06
    This unit has been designed to develop your French speaking and reading skills by exploring summer holidays in French. First published on Mon, 10 Oct 2011 as Vacances d'été. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 2011
  • Cànan nan Gàidheal
    Tue, 09/07/2013 - 10:06
    ’S e dùthaich ioma-chànanach a tha ann an Alba an-diugh. Tha a’ Ghàidhlig, Albais agus Beurla, còmhla ri cànain Eòrpach agus eile a tha nise san dùthaich, uile a’ toirt buaidh air mar a tha sluagh Alba a’ bruidhinn ri chèile agus ris a’ chòrr dhen t-saoghal. Chaidh an t-aonad seo - a tha ri fhaotainn an Gàidhlig agus am Beurla - a chruthachadh le misneachadh bho Bhòrd na Gàidhlig agus le taic bhon a’ BhBC. Tha e na ghoireas do dhuine sam bith aig a bheil ùidh phearsanta no phroifeiseanta ann a bhith a’ cur ris an eòlas agus an tuigse a tha aca air eachdraidh agus buaidh na Gàidhlig agus cultar nan Gàidheal air Alba. Is mathaid gum bi pàirt dheth na iongnadh, pàirt na dhùbhlan. Tha beachdan agus ceangalan ann a threòraicheas neach gu tuilleadh fiosrachaidh. Do chuid, ’s dòcha gum bi seo na thoiseach tòiseachaidh air cànan a tha bunaiteach a thaobh dearbh-aithne nàiseanta na h-Alba ionnsachadh. First published on Thu, 01 Sep 2011 as Cànan nan Gàidheal. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 2011
  • Gaelic in modern Scotland
    Tue, 09/07/2013 - 10:06
    Modern Scotland is a multi-lingual country. Gaelic, Scots and English, along with newer introductions from Europe and beyond, all influence the way Scotland’s people now speak to each other and to the rest of the world. Created with the positive encouragement of Bòrd na Gàidhlig and with support from BBC Alba, this unit – available in both Gaelic and English – has been designed to provide a resource for people with a personal or professional interest in increasing their knowledge and understanding of the development and impact of Scottish Gaelic and its culture. It aims to surprise and challenge where necessary; to provide links and ideas for further research; and, for some, to kick-start a journey into learning a language which is integral to Scotland’s national identity. First published on Thu, 25 Aug 2011 as Gaelic in modern Scotland. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 2011
  • Croeso: Beginners' Welsh
    Tue, 09/07/2013 - 10:06
    This unit is taken from Croeso, a beginners’ language course that concentrates on Welsh as a tool for communication, but it also provides some insights into Welsh societies and cultures through printed and audio materials. It will be of interest to all those who want to improve their language skills in order to communicate more easily and effectively in Welsh. This unit focuses on basic greetings and introductions, numbers and days of the week. By the end of this unit you will have gained confidence in communicating in Welsh, and you will be able to understand language used by speakers from different areas of Wales. You will develop the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing in Welsh. First published on Wed, 27 Jul 2011 as Croeso: Beginners' Welsh. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 2011
  • Why study languages?
    Tue, 09/07/2013 - 10:06
    Learning languages and finding out about other countries can be fun, as well as useful, and this unit is an introduction to the differences in culture and language about which we all need to be aware. There are 10 independent sections: any selection of them can be studied in any order. Some are about why knowledge of other languages and cultures can be important; others are about what it’s like to study a foreign language or to have a career using a foreign language. This unit is aimed at secondary school students, age approximately 11-16. First published on Fri, 01 Jul 2011 as Why study languages?. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 2011
  • Spanish: Con mis propias manos
    Tue, 09/07/2013 - 10:06
    This unit is designed to develop your knowledge and understanding of Spanish-speaking societies and cultures and extend the practical skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. You will examine the world of Spanish and Latin-American art and explore the difference between art and craft. First published on Tue, 24 May 2011 as Spanish: Con mis propias manos. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 2011
  • French: En ville
    Tue, 09/07/2013 - 10:06
    This unit helps you to acquire the basic language to find your way around a French town. You will learn how to understand and give directions, ask about accommodation, book a hotel room at the tourist information office and get information about what to see and do in the local area. You will visit some museums in Avignon and buy a film for your camera. This unit also deals with telling the time and making liaisons in speech. By the end of the unit, you will feel more confident understanding and giving information about towns, seeking clarification and dealing with numbers. You will also have developed your oral fluency and your reading skills. First published on Mon, 23 May 2011 as French: En ville. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 2011
  • Spanish: Espacios públicos
    Tue, 09/07/2013 - 10:06
    This unit is taken from Portales, a language course that concentrates on Spanish as a tool for communication, but it also provides some insights into Hispanic societies and cultures through authentic printed and audio materials. It will be of interest to all those who want to improve their language skills in order to communicate more easily and effectively in Spanish. This unit focuses on public spaces and how to get by in a Hispanic city. First published on Mon, 23 May 2011 as Spanish: Espacios públicos. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 2011

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