French beginners: module 3

What is the course about?

This course aims to further develop your knowledge of French as well as consolidating what you have previously learnt. You will also learn more about the French speaking world.

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 can be used if you don't have a computer but please note the experience may be less optimal.
- Earphones/headphones/speakers.
We will contact you with joining instructions before your course starts.

What will we cover?

-topics: routine and habits; preferences; ask and answer questions in a variety of real life situations ( café, shops, train station…).

- language points: present tense of reflexive verbs; present tense of more irregular verbs; question words; adverbs of frequency; negative sentences; passé composé of regular verbs; temporal connectives; the time; days and times of the week; daily routine actions; personal and physical attributes.

- culture: routines around the French speaking world; routines in Paris.

What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...

- talk about your habits
- ask others about their habits
- talk about what you have done recently
- take part in real life short conversations

Please note that the learning outcomes may vary depending on the general progress made by the students.

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

For students who have completed French beginners module 2 or who have studied French recently for about 1 year. You need to use verbs in the present tense with confidence. You should be able to do the following in order to join the course:
- to speak about your family
- to speak about your routine
- to speak about your free time
- to describe the area you live in
- to talk about your interests
Suitable for those who have recently studied French for about a year or who have an equivalent knowledge of the language. 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.

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

Our courses are characterised by spoken interaction and communication. Typical activities include pair work, group work, role plays and games. A range of resources will be used to support your learning including presentations, hand-outs, and audio-visual material. Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.

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

Textbook and exercise book: Based on units 4-5 of Entre Nous 1, publisher emdl, ISBN number 978-84-8443-918-9. We suggest that you do not purchase the course book until after the first class.

Please note that you might not cover all the activities in the book during the course.

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

French 2 Lower: module 1. Please enrol as soon as possible as places cannot be guaranteed. If you are unsure about what to do next, please ask your tutor for advice.