French I

1Grade

2.00Credits

semester not specified

Mico Poonoosamy

French and English.

Togane Campus

1) Students will be introduced to French language, French culture, and the French-speaking world.
2) Students will develop an understanding of proper greetings in French and be able to say their name, age, where they live, their date of birth. They will be able talk about their family, discuss their daily routines.
3) Students will develop knowledge of major tourist attractions and landmarks in France and regions of France (metropolitan and overseas), including, but not limited to, capital cities, population, food specialities. They will learn to ask and tell directions.
4) Students will develop some knowledge of regular verbs and some irregular verbs in the present and past tenses to be able to communicate in simple French.

It is a beginner’s class where students will learn about French language, French culture, and the French-speaking world. Some prior knowledge of the language is desirable although not mandatory. As they develop intrinsic motivation, students are expected to meet the set learning outcomes. Students are also encouraged to develop resilience, take ownership of their learning and work independently when necessary.

The general aims of French ONE course are to develop in students a basic to intermediary level of communicative competence in writing and in speaking. At the end of the course, students should be able to:
1) Express themselves orally and in writing on the topic of personal world. They should be able to express proper greetings, say their name, age, where they live, their date of birth, talk about their family, discuss their daily routines, school subjects and university life, what they like and dislike and why, the profession that they would like to have in the future with relevant reasons.
2) Have some knowledge of certain major tourist attractions and landmarks in France and regions of France (metropolitan and overseas), including, but not limited to, capital cities, the population, food specialities. Students will also know how to ask and tell directions.
3) Have some understanding of regular verbs and some irregular verbs in the present and past tenses and be able to use these verbs in simple sentences to convey original meaning.
4) Develop an appreciation of the contribution of French people in the fields of literature, human rights, art, medicine, science, and other disciplines.

PPTs, handouts, documents, authentic activity sheets on different learning platforms will be prepared by the teacher. Those need to be downloaded, saved and and organised in proper folders by the students. As a guideline that would allow opportunities for adjustments depending on the demands of the dynamic nature students` learning, their needs and their level of engagement with the curriculum, here is how the textbook Spirale will be divided:

French I Spirale Pages 1 to 20
French II Spirale Pages 20 to 39
French III Spirale Pages 39 to 52
French IV Spirale Pages 52 to 80
French Language and Culture A Spirale Pages 80 to 100
French Language and Culture B Spirale Pages 100 to 115

Reference to the grammar section at the back of the book will often be made in each level of French taught. Reference to previous topics will often be made as the course progresses.

Pre-requisites: While students may have mixed ability levels, some prior knowledge of the language would be desirable. As they identify the reasons for studying the language and develop intrinsic motivation, students are expected to meet the set learning outcomes. Students needing extra support in terms of consolidation exercises or extension work are encouraged to talk to the teacher. This course focuses on the fundamental elements of the French language. Emphasis is placed on the progressive development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in authentic communication context. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and respond with increasing proficiency to spoken and written French, demonstrate nuanced cultural awareness and develop an appreciation of the relevance of critical thinking in French (and more broadly Western) humanist traditions of learning. They will learn to become confident language learners who can be risk-takers and will be able to compare their own cultures and cultural spheres of reference (Japanese or others) with those of France and the Francophone world.  A minimum of 70% attendance rate must be achieved throughout the course. Two unjustified latenes will also count as absence. Students must maintain sound work ethics throughout the whole duration of the course.


As a guideline, for Quarter 1, pages 1 to 21 from Unit 1 will be covered:

Week 1: Spirale Pages 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Week 2: Spirale Pages 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Week 3: Spirale Pages 11, 12, 13, 14, 15
Week 4: Spirale Pages 16, 17, 18
Week 5: Spirale Pages 19, 20
Week 6: Teacher resources, activity sheets and resources
Week 7: Teacher resources, activity sheets and resources

LESSON 1 CONTENT
Content:
Introduction to the resources and textbook Spirale. Getting to know the students and their interests. Explanation of course outline, resources, learning expectations and outcomes, assessment items, ownership of learning. Identification of students` existing proficiency level and prior knowledge in all learning strands (speaking, listening, reading, and writing). Classwork: Read p. 8 about the content of Unit 1 that must be covered in Quarter 1.

LESSON 1 PREVIEW
Preview:
Read Spirale pages 1 to 5 (Introduction to French and how to use the textbook)
Basic French phrases and key greetings

LESSON 1 REVIEW
Review/homework: Quiz Set 1

LESSON 2 CONTENT
Content Spirale: Pages 8,9
1) To learn the days of the week
2) To learn the months of the year
3) To learn the numbers from 1 to 10
Resources (teacher handouts and PPTs)

LESSON 2 PREVIEW
Review of previous lesson and Quiz Set 1 (teacher will discuss the answers and general common mistakes of students).

LESSON 2 REVIEW
Review/homework: Quiz Set 2

LESSON 3 CONTENT
Content: Spirale Pages 8,9
Content:
1) Develop ability to introduce oneself orally and in writing in French
Resources and support videos:
PPT French Quarter 1 (Dr MK Poonoosamy)

LESSON 3 PREVIEW
Review of previous lesson and Quiz Set 2 (teacher will give the answers and discuss the common mistakes of students).

LESSON 3 REVIEW
Review/homework: Quiz Set 3

LESSON 4 CONTENT
Spirale: Page 10
Content: French idiosyncrasies
- Les 7 jours de la semaine : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FswiVDy2KK4 )  
- Les 12 mois de l’annEe : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SpXAM3iICIo  
- Les chiffres: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3_mj3DW-Ts  
- Une japonaise qui parle francais !  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxaW-wR0Ivc
- Ce que je trouve bizarre chez les francais: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-j1e6NqMP4
Ce que je trouve gentil chez les francais: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=278HpO1xdjk

LESSON 4 PREVIEW
Review of previous lesson and Quiz Set 3 (teacher will give the answers and discuss the common mistakes of students).

LESSON 4 REVIEW
Review/homework: Quiz Set 4
Preparing Written Assignment 1 and Oral Assignment 1

LESSON 5 CONTENT
Content
The numbers 1 to 31
Verbs ETRE, AVOIR, HABITER A, AIMER in the present tense in context, affirmation, negation, interrogation (written and aural).
Review/homework: Quiz Set 5
Writing Test 1: 10%
Speaking Test 1: 10%

LESSON 5 PREVIEW
Review of previous lesson and Quiz Set 4 (teacher will give the answers and discuss the common mistakes of students).

LESSON 5 REVIEW
Review/homework: Quiz Set 5

LESSON 6 CONTENT
Content:
Spirale: Pages 11, 12
Family life, university life, Profession, Nationality

LESSON 6 PREVIEW
Review of previous lesson and Quiz Set 5 and written and oral assignments (teacher will give the answers and discuss the common mistakes of students).

LESSON 6 REVIEW
Review/homework: Quiz Set 6

LESSON 7 CONTENT
Content
Spirale: Pages 12, 13
Francophone countries: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-99psXoP2VI
Famous French people and famous Francophone sites around the world Famous French people and famous Francophone sites around the world.
Ask questions to someone. Introduction to the interrogative word OU the verb connaItre (to know) in the present tense and use the verbs in simple sentences. Definite articles

LESSON 7 PREVIEW
Review of previous Quiz Set 6 (teacher will give the answers and discuss the common mistakes of students).

LESSON 7 REVIEW
Review/homework: Review Lesson 7 and complete Quiz Set 7

LESSON 8 CONTENT
ContentSpirale: Pages 13,14
Describing likes and dislikes, routines and revising the verb aimer in context in the present tense
Introduction of certain sounds (en, enne).
The adjective and its agreement with the noun (singular and plural)
Introduction to au/en/aux + pays
Introduction to the personal pronouns and the pronoun `on`

LESSON 8 PREVIEW
Review of previous lesson and Quiz Set 7 (teacher will give the answers and discuss the common mistakes of students).

LESSON 8 REVIEW
Review/homework: Quiz Set 8
Preparing Written Assignment 2 and Oral Assignment 2

LESSON 9 CONTENT
Written Assignment 1: 10%
Oral Assignment 1: 10%
Spirale: Pages 14, 15

LESSON 9 PREVIEW
Review of previous lesson and Quiz Set 8 (teacher will give the answers and discuss the common mistakes of students).

LESSON 9 REVIEW
Review/homework: Quiz Set 9

LESSON 10 CONTENT
Content
Introduction to the interrogative qu`est-ce and practising this interrogative in context in authentic situations
The definite articles
The adverbs and their place in the sentence

LESSON 10 PREVIEW
Review of previous lesson and Quiz Set 9 and writing test 2 and speaking test 2 (teacher will give the answers and discuss the common mistakes of students).

LESSON 10 REVIEW
Review/homework: Quiz Set 10

LESSON 11 CONTENT
Content
Spirale: Pages 16, 17, 18
Describing what people like to do using the verb aimer in authentic communication, with some adverbs with list of activities and routines
Introduction to the verb vouloir and rules of politeness

LESSON 11 PREVIEW
Review of previous lesson and Quiz Set 10 (teacher will give the answers and discuss the common mistakes of students).

LESSON 11 REVIEW
Review/homework: Quiz Set 11
Prepare Written Assignment 3 and Oral Assignment 3
Final Report Assigned

LESSON 12 PREVIEW
Review of previous lesson Quiz Set 11 (teacher will give the answers and discuss the common mistakes of students).
LESSON 12 CONTENT
Content
Spirale: Pages 19, 20, 21
Preparing for Lesson 13 Written test and Speaking test: In a paragraph of about 120 words: Greetings, age, where I live, the subjects I study at university, my year level, three things I like and three things do not like with one reason for each like and dislike, the profession I would like to have in the future and why.

LESSON 12 PREVIEW
Review of previous lesson Quiz Set 11 (teacher will give the answers and discuss the common mistakes of students).

LESSON 12 REVIEW
Review/homework: Quiz Set 12
Writing Test 3: 10%
Speaking Test 3: 10%

LESSON 13 CONTENT
Content
General reflection on Quarter 1: What we learned, how we learned, the difficulties we encountered and how we overcame them

LESSON 13 PREVIEW
Review of previous lesson and Quiz Set 12 (teacher will give the answers and discuss the common mistakes of students).

LESSON 13 REVIEW
Review/homework: Quiz Set 13
Review of previous lesson and Quiz Set 13 (teacher will give the answers and discuss the common mistakes of students).
Course review
Final Report submission

Students not meeting the minimum of 70% attendance grade will get a Z.
Students need to score 60% or more to pass the course.

This course is based on a system of continuous assessment. Students will have to submit a Final Report at the end of the course. There is no exam for this course.


Assessment:
Writing Test 1:       10%
Writing Test 2:       10%
Writing Test 3:       10%
Speaking Test 1:     10%
Speaking Test 2:     10%
Speaking Test 3:     10%
Final Report:           10%
TEAMS work:         20%
Class participation: 10%
Total:                     100%


Assessment Break down

3 writing tests of 10% each
3 speaking tests of for 10% each
1 Final Report counting for 10%,
TEAMS Homework: 20% (2 TEAMS tasks on Weeks 1 to 6 and 3 TEAMS tasks for Week 7 for a total of 15 tasks: 20 points (1.5 pt for each task))
Homework and participation: 10%

Assessment timeline

Lesson 5: Writing Test 1, Speaking Test 1
Lesson 9: Writing Test 2, Speaking Test 2
Lesson 12: Writing Test 3, Speaking Test 3
Lesson 13: Final report:
Homework: ongoing and weekly
Class participation: ongoing and weekly


Should a student get a F at the end of the course, there may be a chance to pass the course in the form of a written work as make-up report at a time decided by the teacher.

Feedback on student performance is given on a weekly basis right after the presentations and discussions, or on the next class meeting after the assignment due date. You can also talk to your teachers individually if you want more detailed feedback or are concerned about your work or class performance.

Spirale Nouvelle edition (新スピラル - 日本人初心者のためのフランス語教材) (Editions Hachette)

GAEL CREPIEUX and Philippe Callens (collaborators: Tomoko Takase and Jun Negishi)

Editions Hachette

978-2-01-401581-2

Web reference: https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/Gaël-Crépieux/dp/2014015813

1) French conjugation reference: http://la-conjugaison.nouvelobs.com
2) French Interactive: http://www.laits.utexas.edu/fi/home
3) The French alphabet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zw8LXdFuTqQ
4) The French sounds: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tU2cZxKknEw
5)  Brief course intro Online French IA Togane 2022 Mon P1&2 :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BjIxZfbA_RU
6) PPT Online learning French Togane 2022 Mon P1&2 Wk1 (Dr MK Poonoosamy)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VMdz3q5Hf6U
7) Teacher resources as the semester progresses

This information will be communicated by the teacher in Lesson 1.

Please ask your teachers for details of their office hours in the first class meeting.

https://www.jiu.ac.jp/visitors/students/detail/id=1001
Programme d'études de français à Josai International University 2022: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r7NlCpzqdlU