French Intermediate One (FLF2230)
| Staff | Miss Candice Francois - Convenor Mrs Florence Gomez - Lecturer |
|---|---|
| Credit Value | 30 |
| ECTS Value | 15 |
| NQF Level | 5 |
| Pre-requisites | Completion of FLF1130 or equivalent |
| Co-requisites | None |
| Duration of Module | Term 1: 11 weeks; Term 2: 11 weeks; |
Module aims
The module is appropriate for those who either already have or may quickly regain a level of proficiency in French broadly equivalent to that of GCSE Grade A-B (or equivalent). This module is to become a solid A2 User of the Common European Framework and aims to:
- Consolidate the essential structures of the target language, developing both vocabulary and range of language structures thus equipping you with the linguistic tools to enable you to communicate effectively in everyday situations
- Further develop active and passive language skills, including comprehension skills in listening, reading and productive skills in speaking, writing
- Deepen your understanding and appreciation of the customs, culture and society of the regions/countries in which the languages are spoken and to develop your awareness of the general social and cultural background of the language.
ILO: Module-specific skills
- 1. Demonstrate competence in the use of basic grammatical structures of the target language
- 2. Read and comprehend straightforward written and aural texts on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, study, leisure etc. in the target language
- 3. Communicate effectively on a broad range of general topics which are familiar or of personal interest, both orally and in writing, and produce short descriptive and narrative texts, formal and informal letters.
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
- 4. Understand the principles of learning a foreign language intensively and organise your learning with guidance from the tutor
- 5. Use available learning aids in a variety of media, such as a reference grammar and bilingual dictionary, to consolidate your learning
ILO: Personal and key skills
- 6. Give a presentation on a topic pertinent to everyday occurrences in your field and hold a conversation in the target language which may involve expressing opinions and making value judgements
- 7. Make progress through developing skills of self-study and rigour and develop an awareness of and sensitivity to a foreign culture
Syllabus plan
Whilst the content may vary from year to year, it is envisioned that it will cover some or all of the following topics:
The module provides a systematic approach to acquiring essential grammar structures in a communicative context and developing the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Whilst the content may vary from year to year, it is envisioned that it will cover some or all of the following topics:
Grammar (non-exhaustive):
- Tenses: present, past (perfect & imperfect) and future tenses
- Moods: Imperative, Present participle, Conditional & Subjunctive
- Pronouns: relative (qui, que, dont, où), ‘toniques’ (me, you, him/her, us, them), direct and indirect objects, demonstratives and use of pronouns ‘en’ and ‘y’
- Comparisons
- Expressions of time
- Negative forms
- Possessive adjectives
- Articles: partitives
- Reflexive verbs
Main Topics (non-exhaustive):
- Origins and background, Express likes/dislikes. Say where you come from and put the question to others
- Describe key events in your life (past, present and future)
- Talk about leisure events and activities
- Personal relations. Meeting people. Telephone conversations. Relationships
- Holidays, travelling and tourism
- Describe houses, rooms. Talk about where you live
- Work and training, working conditions, working abroad, looking for a job, CV. Fix meetings and appointments
- Health and well-being, alternative medicine. Problems, accidents, mishaps.
- Shopping, exchange, fair trade
- Arts and culture. Ask and react to opinions
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 66 | 234 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled learning and teaching | 66 | Language classes |
| Guided independent study | 234 | Consolidate class work by learning vocabulary and structures, and by reading, watching or listening to material in French. Prepare exercises and activities for class, write short assignments and generally begin to acquire a repertoire of effective language learning strategies. Learning activities are supported by various media, including audio, video/DVD, and, where appropriate, computer software. |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 formative tasks covering some or all of the following areas: grammar, writing, listening, reading, speaking. | Variable | 1-7 | Written and oral |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
| Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
|---|---|---|
| 50 | 25 | 25 |
Details of summative assessment
| Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 50 | As described on the ELE page | 1-7 | Written and oral feedback with opportunity for individual follow-up with tutor/s. |
| Written examination | 25 | 1.5 hours | 1-5, 7 | Written feedback sheet (upon request) |
| Oral test | 25 | 8-9 minutes | 1-3, 6-7 | Written feedback (upon request) |
| 0 | ||||
| 0 | ||||
| 0 |
Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
| Original form of assessment | Form of re-assessment | ILOs re-assessed | Timescale for re-assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | Portfolio | 1-7 | Referral/Deferral period |
| Written exam | Written examination | 1-5, 7 | Referral/Deferral period |
| Oral test | Oral test | 1-3, 6-7 | Referral/Deferral period |
Re-assessment notes
Deferral – if you miss an assessment for certificated reasons judged acceptable by the Mitigation Committee, you will normally be either deferred in the assessment or an extension may be granted. The mark given for a re-assessment taken as a result of deferral will not be capped and will be treated as it would be if it were your first attempt at the assessment.
Referral – if you have failed the module overall (i.e. a final overall module mark of less than 40%) you will be required to submit a further assessment as necessary. If you are successful on referral, your overall module mark will be capped at 40%.
You will only be required to retake any failed assessments. Marks for any passed assessments will be carried forward. If you have failed any assessments but managed to pass the module overall, you will not be allowed to retake the failed assessments.
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
- Alter EGO + A2 : Livre De L’élève + CD-Rom, by Annie Berthet , Emmanuelle Daill , Catherine Hugot , Véronique-M Kizirian , Monique Waendendries , Publisher: Hachette (4 Jun. 2012), ISBN-13: 978-2011558121
Module has an active ELE page?
Yes
Indicative learning resources - Web based and electronic resources
Indicative learning resources - Other resources
- Grammaire progressive du français - Nouvelle édition : Livre intermediare A2/B1 + 440 exercices, CD. 4th edition by Maia Grégoire & Odile Thievenaz, Publisher: Cle international (Sept 2017), ISBN-13: 978-2090381030
- Dictionary: Collins/Robert French Dictionary
Available as distance learning?
No
Origin date
2011
Last revision date
27/07/2020
Key words search
French, intermediate