French 2 upper: focus on speaking
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
- Course Code: LF014
- Dates: 12/10/24 - 07/12/24
- Time: 13:00 - 15:00
- Taught: Sat, Daytime
- Duration: 5 sessions (over 9 weeks)
- Location: Online
- Tutor: Silvana Avram
Course Code: LF014
Duration: 5 sessions (over 9 weeks)
Please note: We offer a wide variety of financial support to make courses affordable. Just visit our online Help Centre for more information on a range of topics including fees, online learning and FAQs.
What is the course about?
In this course you will work on your speaking skills through exercises to help you focus on the main points of the spoken language.
This is a live online course. You will need:
- Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome.
- A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook), or a tablet/iPad/smart phone/iPhone if you don't have a computer.
- Earphones/headphones/speakers.
We will contact you with joining instructions before your course starts.
What will we cover?
- Intonation and pronunciation.
- strategies on how to communicate effectively.
- A mix of different topics from everyday situations to help you cope better in your interactions with French speakers.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
-Gain confidence in your speaking skills.
- Be aware of some tricks and tips of how French is spoken .
- Better recognise sounds and intonation.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is intended for lower intermediate students of French. For City Lit students, that will mean students on a 2 Upper course. You should have studied French for at least 2 years. Please note that this is a listening skills course, so the focus will be on listening skills rather than grammar or vocabulary.
If you are not sure about your level, please contact Languages on languages@citylit.ac.uk or check our level assessment chart on: http://www.citylit.ac.uk/self-assess-your-level.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
There are no additional costs or texts.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
If you are not already enrolled on one of our mainstream French courses, the tutor will advise you about progression routes.
As someone who loves travelling, learning about other cultures, and interacting with people from all backgrounds, Silvana believes that studying languages should be an enriching and uplifting experience! She loves sharing her passion for the French language and culture and creating engaging resources to deliver memorable lessons, rich in cultural content. A highly qualified MFL teacher (BA French and English, MA French Cultural Studies, PGCE French) with a BSc in Philosophy, and a wealth of experience in teaching and mentoring, Silvana is committed to creating a positive, empowering atmosphere in her lessons, to instil confidence and a love for learning in her students. She regards teaching French as a wonderful opportunity to open new horizons, build cultural bridges and encourage the sharing of diverse perspectives in the classroom. Silvana is also a qualified Life Coach and the author of “Being You and Loving You”, a life affirming book about living with trust, and joy.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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- French 2 upper at a gentle pace: module 2Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £191.00 Concession £155.00
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