HRY-999 - The Outer Hebrides Islands of Northern Scotland

Course Description

The Outer Hebrides Islands of Northern Scotland | Experience the special magic of The Scottish Western Isles of the Outer Hebrides. Discuss the characteristics of the interconnected islands steeped in history, culture and the Gaelic language. Explore the mysteries of the late-Neolithic standing stones at Callanish and peer into the turf-roofed black houses of early settlers. Note: Senior Cycle fee class. Students must be 55 years or older by start date in order to enroll in this class.

Learner Outcomes

Identify the location of the Outer Hebrides and describe their connection to the cultural and historical connection to ancient cultures; List the timeline of the development of Gaelic culture and language in the area and discuss its connection to contemporary Ireland and Scotland; Describe the rise of ancient cultures and explain how the Neolithic Standing Stones at Callanish remain mysterious symbols in contemporary culture; Examine the uniqueness of the geographic area and how this led to the production of world-famous Harris Tweed and traditional Scottish whiskey; Explore how the island chain developed through crofting and how this social system resulted in the isolation and uniqueness of its culture today.