FREN2620
10 units
2000 level
Course handbook
Description
The aim of this course is to enable students to reach an Intermediate level of communication in French (A2 level or more in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) and to develop their cultural awareness of the Francophone world. It is designed as a sequel to FREN2610. It builds on the four skills of language acquisition: Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 2 - 2024
Online
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Utilise an upper elementary standard of French grammar, commensurate with A2 of the Common Framework of Reference for Languages.
2. Understand French documents in a variety of listening situations and written materials corresponding to this upper elementary level.
3. Communicate effectively in French in oral interactions in a variety of everyday situations.
4. Identify key elements of the culture(s) of Francophone societies.
5. Use technology at an elementary level in the online assessments environment.
Content
The course uses audiovisual and digital materials to present linguistic features in context. This is the basis for the analysis and practice of grammatical, functional and cultural elements.
Assumed knowledge
FREN2610 Intermediate French I or equivalent
The online assessments require students to demonstrate an ability to use technology at an elementary level.
Assessment items
Quiz: 2 Online quizzes
In Term Test: 2 online tests
In Term Test: 1 online oral test
Written Assignment: 1 online written task
Project: 1 final project
Compulsory Requirement: Submit assessment item - Must submit this assessment to pass the course.
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan
Integrated Learning Session-1
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s)
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Semester 2 - 2024 - Online
Integrated Learning Session-1
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s)
Tutorial-1
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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