Foreign Language
French Course Descriptions
French 11 FY
Course #501
In this course, students are introduced to the five C's of foreign language learning: communication, culture, connections, comparisons and communities. Students will learn the fundamental structures of the language by engaging in brief conversations, directed dialogues, and a variety of oral activities. In addition, short reading passages, aural comprehension, writing activities, and grammar are integral components of the program. The language lab and other technology serve as useful, creative and motivating tools to build language proficiency and cultural understanding.
French 21 FY
Course #50
French 21 is a continuation of French 11 and continues to develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Students will increase their vocabulary, learn new grammatical concepts, and develop a deeper understanding of the culture. At this stage, students will practice the skill of speaking through class discussions and presentations. Moreover, students will begin to write compositions on a variety of topics. The language lab and other technology continue to serve as useful, creative and motivating tools to build language proficiency and cultural understanding.
Prerequisite: Final grade of C- or better in Grade 8 French. Final grade of C- or better in French 11.
French 22 FY
Course #507
French 22 is offered in conjunction with French 11 and offers the students the opportunity to review the French 11 curriculum and further practice listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Grade 8 French. Final grade of D or better in French 11.
French 31 FY
Course #509
French 31 is a continuation of French 21 and continues to develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Students will continue to increase their vocabulary, learn new grammatical concepts, and develop a deeper understanding of French cultures and communities. Students will practice and further develop speaking skills through class discussions, partner and group speaking activities and presentations. Moreover, students will continue to write short compositions on a variety of topics. The language lab and other technology continue to serve as useful, creative and motivating tools to build language proficiency and cultural understanding.
Prerequisite: Final grade of C- or better in French 21.
French 32 FY
Course #511
French 32 is offered in conjunction with French 21. Students will engage in all aspects of the French 21 course with more teacher support. The language lab and other technology serve as useful, creative and motivating tools to build language proficiency and cultural understanding.
Prerequisite: Final grade of C- or better in French 22. Final grade of D or better in French 21.
French 42 FY
Course #521
French 42 is offered in conjunction with French 31. Students will engage in all aspects of the French 31 course with more teacher support. The language lab and other technology serve as useful, creative and motivating tools to build language proficiency and cultural understanding.
Prerequisite: Final grade of C- or better in French 32.
French 41 and 51 FY
Course #517, 519
French 41 and 51 are offered in a two year cycle consisting of an "A" year and a "B" year. In the "A" year, students are introduced to French history, literature and culture from the Middle Ages to the 18th century. The "B" year is centered on contemporary readings which develop cultural insights and provide a practical overview of everyday French culture. During both cycles, language skills learned in the previous years are reviewed and refined, in addition to introducing students to new grammar and vocabulary concepts. Writing skills are practiced through journals and original compositions. Supplemental materials, such as French language films, music, and radio programs, provide additional opportunities for conversation and writing. From the beginning, the 41 students are encouraged to express their thoughts in French. By the second semester, they will be expected to adhere to the French only policy. The French 51 students will be expected to adhere to the French only policy throughout the entire year.
Prerequisite: French 41: Final grade of C- or better in French 31. French 51: Final grade of C- or better in French 41.
French 40 Honors and AP French FY
Course #513, 516
French 40 and AP French are offered in a two year cycle consisting of an "A" year and a "B" year. In the "A" year, students are introduced to French literature, history, and culture from the Middle Ages to the 18th century. The "B" year is centered on contemporary readings which develop cultural insights and provide a practical overview of everyday French culture. During both cycles, language skills learned in the previous years are reviewed and refined. Students also study advanced grammar and vocabulary concepts. Students are expected to achieve a higher level of proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing, through journals, research papers, oral reports and original compositions. Since the AP students will be taking the AP French exam in the spring, their course of study will also include one session per cycle in the Language Laboratory practicing the different sections of the exam. All students will be expected to adhere to the French only policy.
Prerequisite: French 40: Final grade of B+ or better in French 31. AP French: Final grade of B+ or better in French 40.
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