The cultural component of this course extends to both France and the Francophone countries around the world. 1 Students in French III continue to expand speaking, writing, listening and reading skills. Using text-based and authentic materials, students expand their knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and culture. In this course, students make the transition from learning about the language to functioning in the language. All readings, discussions, and written assignments are in French.
Activities are both teacher directed and student-directed.
The culture and history of France and Francophone countries is explored through literature. Student Workbook recommended. 1 French IV students develop language skills necessary to carry out activities involving high level thinking skills . The students engage in detailed comparisons and contrasts, hypothetical situations. They practice expressing an opinion, adopting and defending a position on a given subject and analyzing texts critically.