French rusty A-level: module 2

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Key course information

Dates
21/02/12 - 20/03/12

Day(s)
Tue

Duration
5 weeks

Time
18:00 - 21:00

Fees
Full fee: £94
Senior fee: £94
Concession: £31

Venue
EC - European College

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Course code
LFR34

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

To take students to A-level standard .
To strengthen the student's knowledge, to introduce new structures and vocabulary.
To enable students to understand and respond appropriately to what they hear and read.
To give students the means to communicate in a variety of ways and for a range of purposes.
To develop the students' ability to organise their thoughts effectively in both speech and writing so that they can present an argument or express a point of view in a coherent, persuasive manner.
To help students build up confidence in all four skills with emphasis on speaking and listening.

Each module of this course will cover different topics and will contain a range of different tasks which will help you consolidate your knowledge of French (structures, vocabulary, and grammar points) and take your language to a more advanced level. Module 1 and module 2 can be taken independently but it is recommended to take the two modules. Rusty A level French Module 1 and module 2 are repeated in term 3 2010/2011. Although the content for each module is at the same level (rusty GCE French), the topics and grammar points studied are different.

What topics will we cover?

The course is designed to help student develop their knowledge and understanding of some issues presented in a French-speaking context such as the role and influence of the media, use and misuse of the environment, and focuses upon the major contemporary issues in France and the French-speaking world.
The course offers revision and consolidation of major areas of grammar (tenses, adverbs the passive, the conditional and the subjunctive, modal verbs); presents and practices some important language functions (commenting, expressing opinion, asking for agreement, etc); creates opportunities for students to collect, practise and use key items of vocabulary relating to each topic studied; concentrates, at the discourse level, on means which permit effective use of French in narration, argument, discussion or debate.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

understand some important contemporary issues as seen through French eyes
make effective use of authentic printed and recorded material
have a surer command of language-processing skills which have an important play in everyday life
use French language regularly to find out information and express opinions, to discuss, argue, and debate
communicate their feelings, insights and reflexions in written French
produce essays, articles, and reports.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Students should have a good intermediate level of French and a good grasp of grammatical structures and vocabulary. The course is also suitable for those who have completed French rusty A-level module 1. Level assesment before enrolling highly recommended. Please contact languages for advice time. For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self-assessment chart, using the link at the top of this page. You can also find the chart at the start of the languages section in our course guide. You will also need to be able to understand basic spoken and written information in English (e.g. simple instructions, course documents) and be at ease with the use of numbers for daily activities (e.g. using money, telling the time etc).

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

The course is based on the communicative approach:

- active students’ interaction
- emphasis on speaking and listening skills
- pair and group work
- role plays
- use of realia, pictures and authentic material
- use of audio-visual techniques when appropriate

Please note, students are expected to participate in oral classroom activities and to do some homework as and when required.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Based on tutor's own material
Grammar book : Help Yourself to Essential French Grammar (Longman, last edition)
A bilingual dictionary. Please try: Grant and Cutler - http://www.grantandcutler.com (020 7734 2012) and The European Bookshop - http://www.europeanbookshop.com (020 7287 1720).

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. Tutors feedback during/after each classroom activity (see no.5 above)
Homework
Students self assessment.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

French 3 upper courses. Please ask tutor for more information and advice.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2644

languages@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times

During term-time: Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30; Thursday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30;

Non term-time: Tuesday 17.30–18.30 and Thursday 12.30–13.30

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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