French (Français)

Teachers: Rebecca Carr, Lidia Popescu, Diane Viskochil, Erin Feltman

Courses

French 1

This course will provide the basic skills of the language. The four areas of proficiency �Ereading, writing, listening, and speaking �Ewill be included, with special emphasis on listening and speaking. Information regarding the life, customs, and culture of the people will be included.

French 2

This course continues to build upon the knowledge gained in the level one course. Vocabulary is practiced contextually in oral and written form. An intensive study of grammar is emphasized, including listening, speaking, reading, and writingmultiple verb forms. Further study of culture is included.

French 3 (Honors)

This course emphasizes aural-oral skills thorugh reading, writing, and conversation. A continuation of the study of grammar as well as cultural and historical contributions aid the student's development of increased competence in the language and in the knowledge of the countries and their people.

French 4 (Honors)

This course will offer an increased competency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing the language. Discussions, conversation and further study of the culture will be enhanced by the readings of selected novels, short stories, essays, drama, peotry, newspapers, and magazines. The study of advanced grammar concepts will continue with emphasis on communication as well as accuracy.

Advanced Placement French Literature

This course follows the prescribed curriculum of the Advanced Placement program. It emphasizes an in-depth study of various genres of French literature coupled with literary analysis and other forms of composition. Further acquisition and refinement of vocabulary and speaking skills are also essential to this program. At the end of the course, students may elect to take the Advanced Placement Examination.

Advanced Placement French Language

This course follows the prescribed curriculum of the Advanced Placement program. Instruction focuses on the mastery of language skills through increased reading, conversation, aural-oral work, and composition at the college level. At the end ofthe course, students may elect to take the Advanced Placement Examination.

French Club

Here is some general information that you could find useful.

• Did you know that French is the second most frequently taught foreign language after English?
• Did you know that French is the official language in 33 countries?

Why be in French Club?

French Club gives you the opportunity to learn more about French culture and language. This year is going to be very exciting! We will be doing a variety of activities that promote the French culture within the the club as well as in the community. In order to provide the best activities we will be having a $5 fee. To be considered a member for the year you must pay the dues and attend at least six of the nine meetings. Some of the planned activities include playing games, watching movies, and having fun.

Links

Here are links that will direct you to some excellent websites about French culture and language.

• Embassy of France

  A site that will direct you to various French embassies.

• HAPAX: French Resource on the Web

  A site with various links on travel, cooking, culture, newspapers, and more!

• The French Connection

  A site like the one above with different links.

• French Language and Culture Resources

  Some of the links on this page are not available; however, the remainder represent a good array of resources.