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Discovering Wales and Welsh: first steps

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Discovering Wales and Welsh: first steps
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This free course, Discovering Wales and Welsh, introduces you to who the Welsh people are via a brief look at history and two significant figures, Owain Glyndŵr and Llywelyn the Last. You will also learn the basics of Welsh pronunciation and how to greet people in Welsh.

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After studying this course, you should be able to:

  • understand the origins and early developments of the Welsh people
  • understand how an early Welsh identity was shaped
  • understand what part Owain Glyndŵr and Llywelyn the Last played in shaping Welsh identity
  • pronounce the basic sounds of Welsh
  • greet people in Welsh.

First Published: 05/01/2016

Updated: 07/03/2016

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