In the classroom the students and teacher communicate almost exclusively in French. Students explore Francophone history and culture through the study of literature and film. Classroom group work continues, and students demonstrate their growing knowledge of French through periodic group and individual oral presentations. The course introduces new concepts in grammar and prepares students for college by providing a review of key grammatical structures covered in earlier French courses. This course is designed for students who have completed the equivalent of four years of French and who do not wish to take the Advanced Placement French Language Examination.
Emphasis is placed on vocabulary development, conversation and cultural awareness.
Students are required to speak only in the target language. Readings from current French sources such as magazines and newspapers are used regularly. The opportunity is provided to prepare students for standardized foreign language college placement examinations. This course is designed to continue the development of foreign language skills. Past tenses are mastered.