LANG08035 2021 French Language, Culture and Contemporary Media 4.2

perform confidently at CEFR Level B2 and those who have spent a semester/year abroad in a Francophone country may be working towards Level C1

Summarise and interpret the main ideas of complex texts on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussion in his/her field of specialisation

communicate with a degree of fluency and spontaneity (higher in those who have lived in a Francophone country) which makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party

produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issues giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options

Assess and appraise various historical, political and social issues relevant to France and start to acquire an awareness of other countries across the globe where French is spoken

• Active classroom participation
• Use of computer laboratory to access contemporary online learning platforms and websites which impart linguistic and cultural information
• Encouragement of collaboration with Erasmus students who are native speakers of the language whether through project collaboration, a buddy system, social outings or other means preferred by the students.
• Improvement through sustained practice of grammar, reading and writing skills appropriate to the level.
• Reinforcement of key skills through consistent self-study and independent reading and research.

Linguistic ability will be assessed in:

• simulations
• oral interviews
• projects (written & oral presentations)
• written tests
• written emails
• translations

ONGOING = Every TWO To FOUR  weeks, assessment in these areas will occur using above strategies

These assessments will measure students at B2 level

Will reflect the assessment strategies outlined above.

Listening:

Can understand extended speech and lectures and follow even complex lines of argument provided the topic is reasonably familiar. Can understand most TV news and current affairs programmes. Can understand most film dialogue if in standard dialect.

Reading:

Can read articles & reports concerned with contemporary problems in which writers adopt particular attitudes or viewpoints.  Can understand contemporary literary prose.

Spoken interaction:

Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers possible.  Can take an active part in discussion in familiar contexts, accounting for and sustaining my views.

Spoken production:

Can present clear, detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to my field of interest.  Can explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.

Writing:

 Can write clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects related to my interests/field of specialisation.  Can write a project, extended essay or report; can communicate information and give reasons in support of or against a particular point of view. Can write letters highlighting the personal significance of events and experiences.