Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25
None
Available as a Free Standing Elective
No
French 2 or equivalent (e.g. CEFR level A1)
This module is designed for students who have successfully completed French 2 (or equivalent). Students will be involved in a variety of experiences through audio-material integrated within the course, enabling them to participate in conversations and situations. The module exploits every aspect of language-learning methods, providing reinforcement of new ideas by carefully designed exercises and supporting material both from the coursebook and from the KLE.The language level for this module corresponds to work leading to Level A2 of the Common European Language Framework (CEFR - A2).
Aims
Students who have a basic knowledge of written and spoken French will acquire more knowledge and develop writing, reading, speaking and listening skills, as well as an understanding of Francophone life and culture.
Talis Aspire Reading ListAny reading lists will be provided by the start of the course.http://lists.lib.keele.ac.uk/modules/fre-90003/lists
Intended Learning Outcomes
Recognise and understand familiar words, basic sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of immediate relevance (e.g. personal information, studies, hobbies, daily routine, etc.) when people speak slowly and clearly: 1,3Understand, summarize and extract key information from simple written texts related to areas of immediate personal relevance: 1,2Interact in simple, familiar situations, asking and answering simple questions related to a range of topics (family and friends, hobbies, education, work, etc.), being able to ask for repetition or clarification, provided the other person talks slowly and clearly: 3Write simple notes, messages and short texts (e.g. personal letters or emails) related to areas of immediate personal relevance, making pertinent grammatical and lexical choices: 1,2Recognise and use simple grammatical structures and rules in the target language and compare them to English: 1,2,3Recognise and act upon basic cultural differences as encountered in everyday situations, demonstrate knowledge of common traditions in the French speaking world, and identify different registers and varieties of the language.: 1,2,3
22 hours of contact time in class.40 hours assessment preparation and completion.88 hours guided independent study.
Admission to the module must be confirmed through completion of a language level self-assessment formStudents are only permitted to take one French language module per semester.
Description of Module Assessment
1: Online Tasks weighted 30%Online tasksStudents will complete a series of online exercises to assess their reading comprehension, grammar and writing skills in the target language.
2: Class Test weighted 20%Class TestStudents will complete an in-class test which may include writing a short text in the target language in class.
3: Oral Exam weighted 50%Spoken interaction assessmentA 6-10minute spoken interaction assessment to test speaking (productive) and listening (receptive) skills. Task may include role play, presentation, question and answer, description and similar. If assessments are organised in pairs or groups individual marks will be awarded to each student.