Ẹ̀bùn-Èdè Institute: Yor. 101 with Oluko Yetunde
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Language as gift. Learning as connection.
Ẹ̀bùn-Èdè Institute is a space where Yorùbá is not just taught but is lived, spoken, and shared. We believe language is more than words; it is identity, memory, and belonging. Through joyful, interactive learning, children begin to use Yorùbá in ways that feel natural, meaningful, and connected to their everyday lives.
Our approach centers on speaking, storytelling, and community. We create warm, low-pressure environments where children and their families can grow in confidence, build relationships, and experience language as something shared rather than owned. Here, learning is not about perfection. It is about connection.
Hence, we welcome you to our language and culture class, where we engage in a fun way to learn our heritage language, Yoruba.
Please, carefully review the History and FAQ page for more details.
I am glad you are on this journey with me.
E kaabo!
Mission of the Ebun-Ede Online Heritage Class
Mission of the Ebun-Ede Online Heritage Class
This class is designed as a community for Yoruba-speaking families in Nigeria and the diaspora that want to learn Yoruba in a simple and fun way. This is a no-judgment zone and learners come as they are to be in community. Most resources will be YouTube videos, teacher-curated resources, and a free online textbook . Please note that this textbook will be on a need-based basis and so, there should be no heavy reliance on it. Directions for use and unit to examine will be communicated when needed.
As you navigate this site, please start by watching the introductory video, as it will give you a clear picture and set expectations for our course. Specifically, I want to invite you to navigate this section by following this order:
Watch the Welcome Video and pay attention to our class Zoom link and password. You can bookmark the Zoom link for accessibility. Review the office hours information closely and complete the Registration Form.
Complete the Learner Inventory
Review the learning objective because my expectation is that this is achieved, even though there will be no formal assessment. Your exit ticket and the series of class activities/conversations should demonstrate achievement of the learning objective.
Review Unit 1 and complete all expected tasks.
Yetunde S. Alabede (Oluko Yetunde)
Welcome Video
Welcome Video
Please, click this link to watch the welcome video
Class Zoom link below:
https://msu.zoom.us/j/9206611763 Passcode: 613089
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Office Hours
Flexible but give 24-48hrs notice. Please, email ebuneduserv@gmail.com to schedule meeting
Registration Form
Registration Form
Please complete the course registration form here . This is important for enrolment and to enjoy 1:1 interaction with peers and instructor.
Source: ChatGPT through Instructor-created prompt.
Learner Inventory
Learner Inventory
Please, click this link to complete the learner inventory before our first day of class. It helps me to know you better and support your learning progress in our class. Mo dupe.
Source: Google website creation
Learning objective
Learning objective
By the end of our first unit, spanning one month, the objective is for learners to be able to:
Introduce self in speaking using at least 10 Yoruba words including nouns and verbs.
Introduce a classmate in a dialogue in at least three sentences.
Create a collage of their hobby and write a short note about it.
Please, review Unit One Slide: Self Introduction
UNIT 1: Èmi ni… (This is Me!)
Target Language (Core Vocabulary + Structures)
Self-Introduction.
Orúkọ mi ni… (My name is…)
Mo n gbé ni… (I live in…)
Ọmọ ọdún … ni mi (I am … years old)
Interaction/Dialogue (Please, practice with a partner)
Kí ni orúkọ rẹ? (What is your name?)
Báwo ni? (How are you?)
Dáadáa ni (I’m fine)
Níbo ni ò n gbé (Where do you live)?
Mo n gbé ni…
Hobbies
Mo fẹ́ràn… (I like…)
Mo lati máa ń… (I usually…)
eré (play), ka (read), kọ́ (learn), jó (dance), kọrin (sing)
UNIT STRUCTURE (8 SESSIONS)
Session 1: Greetings
Greetings + name
Activities:
Call & response: Báwo ni? Dáadáa ni
Unit 1, Session 1 Assessment
Short, playful self-introduction/sentence starters to interact in Yoruba outside of class
Session 2: Building Simple Sentences
Important Information: Please, do not complete Session 2 until I give direct instruction via email/whatsapp to do so. The reason is because some components are yet to be updated and the update will happen during our synchronous Zoom session. Thank you.
Practice Focus
Read:
Mo jẹ́… (I am…)
Mo feran…(I love…)
Please, review Unit Two Slide: Sise Nnkan for action words and activities.
Activities:
Gesture-based learning (point to self → “Mo jẹ́…”)
Practice:
2-sentence self-introduction (oral)
Final Assessment
On our class Google Slide, pick a slide, introduce yourself in writing and create a collage of your hobby and add at least, two sentences. Then, comment on peer's collage, like sharing similar hobby, developing interest or asking question about peers' hobbies.
Reference
Yorùbá Yé Mi" (2021). Open Textbooks. 201. https://mds.marshall.edu/oa-textbooks/201
Final Unit Exit Ticket: Self Reflection and Course Evaluation
Please, complete this evaluation to help understand your progress and how to improve the course. Thank you.
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