Code
CPFF FRE 7100
Population
Echange,doctorants,Mastères,Masters of Science
Semester
Fall
Domain
Français langue étrangère
Language
Français/French,Anglais/English
ECTS Credits
2
Class hours
36
Workload
70
Program Manager(s)
Department
- Langues et Sciences Humaines
Educational team
Introduction to the course
French courses are organized by level. Below you will find an overall description of skills and general know-how to acquire; they are described in the Common European Framework Reference for Languages (CEFR).
Learning objectives
Below is a general description of objectives at each level. For more detail see French as a Foreign Language on the LSH website: http://lsh.telecom-em.eu/langues/francais-langue-etranger/cours-generaux/objectifs/
Level A1:
The learner can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. Can introduce him/herself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has. Can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.
Level A2:
The learner can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment). Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. Can describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate need.
Level B1:
The learner can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Can produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. Can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes and ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.
Level B2:
The learner can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialization. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and Independent disadvantages of various options.
Level C1:
The learner can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognize implicit meaning. Can express him/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices.
Content
Each course follows the progression of the levels established by the CECR:
Level A0 = complete beginner
Level A1 = introductory or discovery level
Level A2 = intermediate or survival level
Level B1 = basic operational level
Level B2 = advanced level or independent user
Level C1 = advanced or experienced, autonomous user
For more information see the Common European Framework Reference for Languages (CEFR)
in English: http://www.coe.int/t/dg4/linguistic/cadre1_en.asp
These courses aim also to develop intercultural competence and learner autonomy.
Evaluation
Assessment aims to determine what has been acquired, what is in the process of being acquired and what has not been acquired.
The final grade is based on 3 criteria:
-Continuous assessment CC (1/3 of the final grade)
-Participation and presence PP (1/3 of the final grade)
-The final exam CF (1/3 of the final grade)
CC grade: at least 3 assignments will be graded, the forms and instructions of which will be specified by the teacher, who will clearly announce these assessment methods.
PP grade: 10 points are awarded for attendance (2 points withdrawn for each unjustified absence), 10 points for class participation.
Improving LV skills requires students to participate in all learning activities. Regular class attendance is therefore essential. Any unjustified absence will result in a loss of 2 points on the PP grade.
Any absence must be justified to your teacher, to the course coordinator and to your administration. Unjustified absences will be penalized.
In the case of absence, it is the student's responsibility to make up the work missed. Justified absences do not exempt students from completing assignments and tests during the missed session!
Active participation in the tandem program (logbook, attendance at advisory meetings and final presentation) will earn the student 2 bonus points in the CC grade of the corresponding language course.
There is NO DIRECT RELATION between a student's CC/CF/PP grade and their CEFR level.
An unjustified absence from CF1 by the central school department will result in a grade of 0/20.
In the event of failure (final grade below 10) at CF1, a Final Exam 2 (CF2) is organized.
The CF2 grade ONLY replaces the CF1 grade and, if your absence from the CF1 is not justified, your final grade (CC+PP+CF2) is limited to a maximum of 13/20.
All work submitted for grading must be created solely by the learner, without the aid of automatic language correctors and/or translators, and without the aid of generative writing tools, unless expressly indicated otherwise by the teacher. Any work showing signs of such use, not in keeping with the learner's level, will be awarded a mark of 0/20. The final decision will be taken by the teacher and the course coordinator.
Pedagogical methods
The courses are based on the communicative approach and action-oriented approach recommended in the CEFR. Students will carry out projects, tasks activities and exercises linked to objectives. The intercultural approach is an integral part of courses. In addition, learners are accompanied in developing learner autonomy.
Classes use ICT, authentic documents and multimedia. Besides class, significant engagement and personal work are required to make efficient progress.
The teacher will post a weekly course material on Moodle and give you homework to do independently between each session. These homework assignments will be posted on your Moodle space.
The evaluation methods will be presented by your teacher at the beginning of the course (date of homework, final evaluation...).
Program
Master
References
La bibliographie est communiquée par chaque enseignant lors du premier cours.
Les étudiants sont également invités à consulter les ressources FLE de la médiathèque.
Class schedule
Each teacher communicates a detailed class schedule in the first class.
It is the result of a co-construction work with the students according to their needs, expectations and the skills that seem to have priority. It can also be adapted according to the group's progression.