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LANG07081 2021 French Language, Culture and Contemporary Media 3.1

General Details

Full Title
French Language, Culture and Contemporary Media 3.1
Transcript Title
French Language, Culture and C
Code
LANG07081
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
LANG - Foreign Language
Department
MKTS - Marketing, Tourism & Sport
Level
07 - Level 7
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, 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_BADMN_B07 202100 Bachelor of Business in Business Administration L7 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_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_BADDO_J07 202100 Bachelor of Business in Business (Add-on) SG_BADMN_J07 202100 Bachelor of Business in Business Administration 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_BSALE_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in Marketing and Sales SG_BBUSI_B07 202100 Bachelor of Business in Business in Business Administration L7 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_BBUSB_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_BBUSE_B07 202400 Bachelor of Business in Business (exit) SG_BINTM_B07 202400 Bachelor of Business in International Tourism with Event Management
Description

This module builds on skills acquired in Semesters 1-4.  The student should perform confidently at CEFR Level B1 and initiate progression towards CEFR Level B2.  Use of text-based and contemporary media will be selected to reflect the student's increasing linguistic competence and intercultural awareness.

Learning Outcomes

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

1.

progress towards achieving competence at CEFR Level B2.

2.

Apply  more complex text on topics which relate to their field of specialisation.

3.

produce detailed texts on subjects relating to both their personal interests and their chosen area of study.

4.

express and defend a viewpoint on topics relating to their field of interest and current affairs and interact with some fluency and spontaneity with native speakers.

5.

design a project or make an oral presentation, video blog or podcast on a topic which relates to their field of specialisation.

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) with audio and audio-visual materials provides an introduction to modern Francophone media and underpins the contemporary focus of relevant topics.  Conversation with native speakers will be facilitated where possible.

Module Assessment Strategies

Linguistic ability will be assessed in:

  • oral interviews
  • presentations
  • written tests
  • listening tests
  • projects

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 students at B2 level.

Repeat Assessments

  • Written Assessment
  • Oral Assessment

Indicative Syllabus

Listening: can understand the main ideas of more complex text which relates to issues of personal interest and their field of specialisation and relevant radio and TV programmes.

Reading:  can understand the main ideas of more complex text and articles.

Spoken Interaction:  can communicate with relative ease with native speakers on a range of topics and demonstrate increased fluency and spontaneity in such situations.

Spoken Production: can present clear descriptions on  the range of subjects relevant to this semester.

Writing:  can write text on the range of subjects relevant to this semester

Cultural Awareness: can demonstrate an understanding of French culture through project, presentation, blog or podcast

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 1,2,4,5
2 Continuous Assessment Written and aural tests Coursework Assessment Assessment 50 % OnGoing 1,2,3,5
             

Full Time Mode Workload


Type Location Description Hours Frequency Avg Workload
Lecture Computer Laboratory Listening & speaking practice 1 Weekly 1.00
Lecture Flat Classroom Lecture 3 Weekly 3.00
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
2016-07-07 Practice Makes Perfect: Complete French Grammar, Premium Third Edition McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN 1259642372 ISBN-13 9781259642371

Master grammar with the bestselling workbook for learners of French Practice Makes Perfect: Complete French Grammar is the go-to guide for clear, precise explanations of all aspects of French grammar: from the present tense of regular verbs to direct object pronouns, from the differences between savoir and connatre to the use of pronouns y and en. This comprehensive guide will also give you plenty of practice in using your language skills. And this new edition is accompanied by flashcards and audio recordings, available online and via app, that will provide a new dimension and flexibility to your study. THIS BOOK MAKES MASTERING GRAMMAR EASY WITH: Clear, down-to-earth, easy-to-follow explanations that make even the most complex principles easy to understand More than 350 exercises, with a detailed answer key for each progress checks Example sentences that illustrate and clarify each grammatical point Practical and high-frequency vocabulary used throughout

Recommended Reading
Version Originale 4 (B2) FLE Niveau Adulte DCPPI

Module Resources

Non ISBN Literary Resources

articles from newspapers , magazines, websites, blogs - provided by lecturer

 

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