FRNL12-111: French Language 3

This is an intermediate level subject which enables students to develop their knowledge of written and spoken French to attain a general functional proficiency. Student presentations are a feature of this level. At the end of the subject, students will have gained an understanding of the culture and traditions of France and the Francophone world. Proficiency in communication is the objective of this French course, following the approach used in the previous levels. This program aims at enhancing the students' debating and reasoning skills as well as sharpening their auditory skills. Activities and instruction at this level are conducted extensively in French. Language is viewed as an instrument of communication. Oral presentations based on WWW and Library research, will give the students the opportunity to enhance their proficiency level and gain confidence. These presentations replace the ORAL Mid-semester and Final Exams. A system of blended learning has been prepared for this class. Except during mid-semester exam week and Student Presentations, the second hour of the second seminar will be reserved for Independent learning. Students must familiarise themselves with the material from Version Originale 3, (Chapters 1 - 4) BEFORE each class in order to participate. Blogs and iLearn tasks facilitate classroom discussion.