LANG06110 2021 French Language, Culture and Contemporary Media 1.1

General Details

Full Title
French Language, Culture and Contemporary Media 1.1
Transcript Title
French Language, Culture and C
Code
LANG06110
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
LANG - Foreign Language
Department
MKTS - Marketing, Tourism & Sport
Level
06 - NFQ Level 6
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
Start Term
2021 - Full Academic Year 2021-22
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Deborah Keegan, Mr. John Kelleher, Joan Morrison, Martine Lucas, Sarah OBeirne, Clare Kelly-Lahon, Juan Manuel Real Espinosa, Gillian ODonovan
Programme Membership
SG_BINTE_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in International Tourism with Event Management SG_BMKTG_B07 202000 Bachelor of Business in Marketing SG_BMARK_H08 202000 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Marketing SG_BACCO_C06 202100 Higher Certificate in Business in Accounting SG_BADMN_B07 202100 Bachelor of Business in Business Administration L7 SG_BBUSI_C06 202100 Higher Certificate in Business in Business Studies L6 SG_BBUSI_H08 202100 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Business L8 (Ab-initio) SG_BBUSS_B07 202100 Bachelor of Business in Business L7 SG_BFINA_H08 202100 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Business in Finance and Investment SG_BOFFI_C06 202100 Higher Certificate in Business in Business in Office Administration SG_BSALE_B07 202100 Bachelor of Business in Business in Marketing and Sales SG_BTOUR_H08 202100 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Business in Tourism with Event Management SG_BTOUR_B07 202100 Bachelor of Business in Business in Tourism with Event Management SG_BINTE_H08 202100 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in International Marketing and Languages SG_BBUSI_C06 202200 Higher Certificate in Business in Business Studies SG_BMKTG_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in Marketing SG_BMARK_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Marketing SG_BBUSI_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Business SG_BINTE_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in International Marketing and Languages SG_BSALE_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in Marketing and Sales SG_BBUSI_B07 202100 Bachelor of Business in Business in Business Administration L7 SG_BINTE_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in International Marketing and Languages SG_BTOUR_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in Tourism with Event Management SG_BBUSS_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in General Business SG_BADMN_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in Business Administration SG_BFINA_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Finance and Investment SG_BTOUR_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Tourism with Event Management SG_BTOTR_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in Tourism with Event Management SG_BTOTR_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Tourism with Event Management SG_BBUSJ_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in Business SG_BBUSI_C06 202200 Higher Certificate in Business in Business SG_BFINA_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in Finance and Investment SG_BBUSL_C06 202200 Higher Certificate in Business in Business Administration SG_BBUSM_C06 202200 Higher Certificate in Business in Business Studies SG_BBUSB_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Business SG_BBUSI_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Business SG_BBUSG_B07 202300 Bachelor of Business in General Business SG_BTORE_B07 202300 Bachelor of Business in Tourism with Event Management SG_BINTM_B07 202300 Bachelor of Business in International Tourism with Event Management SG_BFINA_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in Finance and Investment SG_BADMN_C06 202200 Higher Certificate in Business in Business Administration SG_BBUSI_C06 202200 Higher Certificate in Business in Business SG_BBUSJ_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in Business
Description

This Module introduces and reinforces essential language skills while also introducing the cultures of Francophone societies. Through a combination of text-based material and contemporary media, the student will consolidate key language skills at this level and develop cultural awareness.  On completion of the Semester, the student will move towards performing at Levels A1 - A2 within the CEFR Framework for Language Learning (Council of Europe Guidelines).  The Module is open to students who have some years of French but a highly motivated beginner should be able to attain the level required on completion of the module.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;

1.

perform at CEFR Level A1 within the common framework

2.

within a limited range use and modify sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment).

3.

introduce him/herself and ask and answer questions about personal details and make an attempt at communicating in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar  matters. Role-play prescribed topics

4.

describe using a range of vocabulary appropriate to the Level aspects of his/her background and immediate environment.

5.

complete a project or make a guided presentation in French selected from a range of cultural topics.

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Active Learning is encouraged and participation is facilitated through small class size, roleplay and e-learning activities via Moodle and the Virtual Learning Environment.  The use of authentic texts (abridged) and use of subtitles with audio and audio-visual materials expands the student's experience of contemporary language learning media and underpins the contemporary focus of relevant topics. 

Module Assessment Strategies

Linguistic ability will be assessed in:

  • roleplays & oral presentations
  • oral interview
  • written tests
  • listening tests
  • project/presentation

ONGOING = Every TWO To FOUR  weeks, assessment in these areas will occur through Oral/Aural/Written work and/or Role-play

These assessments will measure student progress to A1 Level

Repeat Assessments

  • Written Assessment
  • Oral Assessment

Indicative Syllabus

Listening:

can understand phrases and the vocabulary related to areas of immediate personal relevance, e.g. personal and family information, shopping, local area, employment. Can catch the point in short, clear, simple messages and announcements. 
Reading:

can read short, simple texts, can find specific predictable information in simple everyday material such as advertisements, menus and timetables, can understand short simple personal letters/emails.


Spoken Interaction:

can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring  simple and direct exchange of information on familiar topics and activities, can handle short social exchanges.

Spoken Production: 

can use a series of phrases and sentences to describe in simple terms  educational background and present or most recent job. 

Writing:

can write short simple notes and messages relating to matters in areas of immediate needs, can write a simple formal email.

Coursework & Assessment Breakdown

Coursework & Continuous Assessment
100 %

Coursework Assessment

Title Type Form Percent Week Learning Outcomes Assessed
1 Oral Exam oral tests Coursework Assessment Assessment 50 % OnGoing 1,2,3,4
2 Written and aural tests Coursework Assessment Assessment 50 % OnGoing 1,2,3,4,5
             

Full Time Mode Workload


Type Location Description Hours Frequency Avg Workload
Lecture Flat Classroom Lecture 3 Weekly 3.00
Lecture Computer Laboratory listening and speaking 1 Weekly 1.00
Independent Learning Not Specified self-guided study 3 Weekly 3.00
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 4.00 Hours

Required & Recommended Book List

Required Reading
Francais.com Niveau debutant CLE International

Recommended Reading
2012 Facon de Parler Hodder Education
ISBN 144416838X ISBN-13 9781444168389

Faon de Parler 1 is the first of a two-volume, highly illustrative and communicative course, specially designed for the adult beginner. Angela Aries and Dominique Debney guide you step by step through all the basic language skills you need for holiday, business or exams and there is plenty of opportunity to practise what you have learned as you go along. Now in full colour, each of the units contains the following: - lively, illustrated dialogues and comprehension questions - structured pair-work and group-work activities - basic vocabulary and useful expressions - grammar notes - listening comprehension (for work with the recordings) There are also regular revision sections to consolidate the main topics and grammar points, while a useful reference section is followed by a French-English end vocabulary Faon de Parler 1 is ideal for group work and can also be used for individual study and revision purposes.

Module Resources

Non ISBN Literary Resources

Core text as recommended for the module

URL Resources

Contemporary language learning and cultural online media as appropriate to the module level, including:

https://langue-francaise.tv5monde.com/

https://information.tv5monde.com/

https://www.francetvinfo.fr

Other Resources
  • Online monolingual dictionary
  • Online bilingual dictionary
  • video clips
  • films
  • podcasts
Additional Information

None