Introduction to Frisian

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Brief Introduction

Learn to speak, write and understand the second official language of the Netherlands with this free introductory language course.

Course Summary

Learn the Frisian language and explore the culture of the Frisian people with this online course. Discover the history, traditions and daily life of the Frisians through language learning and cultural insights.

Key Learning Points

  • Learn Frisian language and culture from experts in the field
  • Discover the history, traditions and daily life of the Frisian people
  • Gain an understanding of the unique linguistic and cultural heritage of Frisia

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

    • USA: $50,000 - $70,000
    • India: INR 6,00,000 - INR 8,00,000
    • Spain: €30,000 - €45,000
    • USA: $50,000 - $70,000
    • India: INR 6,00,000 - INR 8,00,000
    • Spain: €30,000 - €45,000

    • USA: $40,000 - $60,000
    • India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 5,00,000
    • Spain: €20,000 - €35,000
    • USA: $50,000 - $70,000
    • India: INR 6,00,000 - INR 8,00,000
    • Spain: €30,000 - €45,000

    • USA: $40,000 - $60,000
    • India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 5,00,000
    • Spain: €20,000 - €35,000

    • USA: $40,000 - $60,000
    • India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 5,00,000
    • Spain: €20,000 - €35,000

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Learning Outcomes

  • Develop basic Frisian language skills
  • Gain knowledge of Frisian culture and traditions
  • Understand the unique linguistic and cultural heritage of Frisia

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • No prior knowledge of Frisian language or culture is required
  • Access to a computer and the internet

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

  • Online and self-paced
  • Video lectures
  • Interactive exercises

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Notable People in This Field

  • Tresoar
  • Fries Museum

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Requirements

  • Maybe you’re interested in minority languages. Or perhaps you’re keen to learn the language that is considered to be very close to English. Or it could be that you have Frisian roots or plan to visit the beautiful province of Friesland and would like to understand the local language. This course is aimed at people with no prior knowledge of the Frisian language, who have a strong interest in learning languages. It will give you a taste of language skills that will help you to survive in a Frisian-speaking environment. The main focus will be on receptive skills like reading and listening. It will be taught in English.

Knowledge

  • Reading and listening to dialogues about work, study, hobbies, eating, living, weather and the timeUnderstanding the grammar around the conjugation of verbs, word order, personal and possessive pronouns, adjectives, modal verbs and making questionsWriting and speaking assignments including introducing oneself and speaking about working and living

Summary of User Reviews

Discover the history, culture and language of the Frisian people with this comprehensive course from FutureLearn. Users have praised the engaging and informative content, which provides a deep understanding of the Frisian language and its context.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

engaging and informative content

Pros from User Reviews

  • Comprehensive and thorough coverage of Frisian language and culture
  • Engaging and informative content with interactive exercises and quizzes
  • Flexible learning schedule with self-paced modules
  • Expert instructors with extensive knowledge of Frisian language and culture

Cons from User Reviews

  • Limited interaction with other learners
  • Some users found the course content to be too basic
  • Requires a strong commitment to complete all modules
  • Not suitable for those looking for a quick introduction to Frisian language and culture
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Gerbrich de Jong, Goffe Jensma
University of Groningen
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