Overview

This unit develops basic language skills (speaking/listening and reading/writing) beyond the level acquired in ATS1061 and provides an introduction to modern French society. It is designed for those with limited knowledge of French. Students will be encouraged to develop appropriate language learning strategies. Regular assessed homework and tests emphasize the … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S2-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

Requisites

Prerequisite

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Jessica Chakowa

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Jessica Chakowa

Notes

Students who have completed Year 12 French or its equivalent should not take this unit. This unit requires a language entry level test.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

use basic speaking, listening, reading and writing skills (and appropriate vocabulary) to communicate effectively in French in a range of past, present and future situations and on a range of topics;

2.

locate information in basic texts in French;

3.

recognise and use key structures and sounds of French;

4.

identify and use prescribed grammatical items;

5.

critique aspects of modern and contemporary French history, values and identity and their evolution;

6.

interpret several prescribed sources to synthesise knowledge into a standard format.

Teaching approach

Active learning

Assessment summary

Within semester assessment: 100%

Assessment

1 - Language exercise/s
2 - In class test
3 - In class test
4 - Essay
5 - Oral test/assessment
6 - Portfolio

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Lectures
Tutorials

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Required resources
Recommended resources

Availability in areas of study

European languages (French studies)