FRENCH COURSES @ LHSS

The mission of the Languages Department is to provide every student at SJAM with a diverse learning experience in another language. Courses are offered in French from grade 9 to grade 12 and also in Spanish at the beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. Our students have opportunities for advanced study and cultural immersion abroad through different exchange programs. Language Department teachers work to prepare students for University level studies through traditional text-based learning and innovative materials and techniques. Supplementary tools such as audio-visuals, software and Internet sources spark student interest and augment classroom instruction. Teachers tailor lesson plans to meet students’ individual needs and maximize their involvement. As a result, students gain an understanding of another language and an appreciation of its culture.

 So why should you study another language?

  •  To learn how to communicate better with others
  • To gain perspective on yourself and on your own culture
  • To gain an appreciation and understanding of other cultures, traditions and languages
  • To gain a deeper understanding of the nature of language itself
  • And most of all: To gain skills that will be useful in whatever future career you may choose.

GRADE 9

FSF1DI (Core French, Academic)

This course provides opportunities for students to communicate and interact in French with increasing independence, with a focus on familiar topics related to their daily lives. Students will develop their skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.  They will also enhance their understanding and appreciation of diverse French-speaking communities.

 

FSF1OI (Core French, Open Level)

Grade 9 Open French (FSF1O) is an introductory course for students who have little or no knowledge of French or who have not accumulated the minimum of 600 hours of elementary Core French instruction. Students will begin to understand and speak French in guided and structured interactive settings, and will develop fundamental skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing through discussing issues and situations that are relevant to their daily lives. Throughout the course, students will develop their awareness of diverse French-speaking communities in Canada and acquire an understanding and appreciation of these communities. They will also develop a variety of skills necessary for lifelong language learning.

 

GRADE 10

FSF2DI (Core French, Academic)

This course enables students to increase their knowledge of the French language and gain further oral confidence. It will help further develop their language skills and deepen their understanding and appreciation of francophone culture around the world. Thematic readings, which include a selection of short stories, articles, and poems, will serve as stepping stones to oral and written activities. Many movies will be viewed to support the richness of the French speaking world and culture.  Students wishing to further develop and strengthen their language skills will have the opportunity to breach in FSF3UX after discussion with the teacher and the department head.  Prerequisite:  FSF1DI.

 

GRADE 11

FSF3UI (Core French, University)

This course emphasizes the further development of oral communication, reading, and writing skills.  Students will build on and apply their knowledge of French while exploring a variety of themes, such as relationships, social trends, etc. Thematic readings, which include a selection of short stories, articles, and poems, will serve as stepping stones to oral and written activities. Many movies will be viewed to support the richness of the French speaking world and culture.  Prerequisite:  FSF2DI.

 

FSF3UX (Core French, Enriched)

This course draws on a variety of themes to promote extensive development of reading and writing skills and to reinforce oral communication skills through debates and improv. Students will gain a greater understanding of French-speaking cultures in Canada and around the world through their reading of a variety of materials, including a short novel or a play. Students will develop their knowledge of the French language through the study of contemporary and historically well known French European literature. Many movies will be viewed to support the richness of the French speaking world and culture.  Prerequisite: FSF 2DX and/or after special consideration FSF 2DI.

 

GRADE 12

FSF4UI (Core French, University)

This course emphasizes the further development of oral communication, reading, and writing skills.  Students will build on and apply their knowledge of French while exploring a variety of themes, such as travel, healthy relationships, working life, etc. Thematic readings, which include a selection of short stories, articles, and poems, will serve as stepping stones to oral and written activities. Many movies will be viewed to support the richness of the French speaking world and culture.  Prerequisite:  FSF3UI.

 

FSF4UX (Core French, Enriched University)

This course draws further on a variety of themes to promote extensive development of reading and writing skills and to reinforce oral communication skills through debates. Students will gain a greater understanding of French-speaking cultures around the world through their reading of a variety of materials, including a novel or a play. Students will develop their knowledge of the French language through the study of contemporary and historically well-known French/Francophone literature. Many movies will be viewed to support the richness of the French speaking world and culture. A project on «bandes dessinées» will be part of the final evaluation.  Prerequisite:  FSF3UX.