fre1002 french 2

FRENCH 2

FRE1002

2016

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

This is an intensive language subject which builds upon the four primary skills of language acquisition - speaking, listening, reading and writing - acquired in FRE1001. Upon successful completion of the subject, students will be able to read and write increasingly complex texts in French, and to understand and participate in a variety of communicative situations. They can also expect to have reached an A1 level in the Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CEFR).

SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorJames Cannon

Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes

Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG

Exchange StudentsYes

Subject particulars

Subject rules

Prerequisites FRE1001 or equivalent

Co-requisitesN/A

Incompatible subjects FRE1BEB, FRE1BE2, FRE2BE2, FRE3BE2

Equivalent subjectsN/A

Special conditions The running of this subject in Summer semester 2017 (wk 5-8), is subject to enrolment numbers, staff and funding availability.

Learning resources

Readings

Resource TypeTitleResource RequirementAuthor and YearPublisher
ReadingsEntre nous 1PrescribedNeige Pruvost et alEDITIONS MAISON DES LANGUES
ReadingsFrench-English dictionaryRecommendedAnyAny

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

01. Apply acquired knowledge to new situations, use a bilingual dictionary correctly and harness grammatical rules in the interests of self-expression and meaningful interaction with others.

Activities:
Regular task-based activities and grammar exercises.
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy,Cultural Literacy)
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy,Cultural Literacy)
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy,Cultural Literacy)
Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)

02. Collaborate with a partner or in a group to perform oral and written tasks.

Activities:
Regular task-based activities.
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy,Cultural Literacy)
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy,Cultural Literacy)
Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)

03. Communicate and process information in areas of immediate needs using appropriate structures in French.

Activities:
Regular task-based activities including role-plays.
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy,Cultural Literacy)
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy,Cultural Literacy)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)

04. Express a simple opinion as well as likes and dislikes.

Activities:
Class discussions and debates.
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy,Cultural Literacy)
Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)

05. Interact appropriately and at a basic level with French speakers in accordance with socio-cultural differences.

Activities:
Regular interaction in target language with French-speaking tutors.
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy,Cultural Literacy)
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy,Cultural Literacy)
Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)

06. Read short, simple texts and find specific information in everyday material such as advertisements, menus and timetables.

Activities:
Regular reading and listening comprehension activities.
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy,Cultural Literacy)
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy,Cultural Literacy)

07. Demonstrate understanding of and engagement with learning as a continuous, changing process.

Activities:
All learning activities.
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)

08. Perform a memorised role with correct pronunciation.

Activities:
Rehearsal of group presentations and weekly phonetic exercises.
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy,Cultural Literacy)
Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)

Subject options

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Start date between: and    Key dates

Melbourne, 2016, Week 04-12, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJames Cannon

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 05 - 08
Twelve 1.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 05 to week 08 and delivered via blended.
"Classes are expected to start on Wednesday 27 January and finish on Tuesday 16 February, with oral exams scheduled for Thursday 18 February."

TutorialWeek: 05 - 08
Twelve 1.0 hours tutorial per study period on weekdays during the day from week 05 to week 08 and delivered via blended.

TutorialWeek: 05 - 08
Twelve 2.0 hours tutorial per study period on weekdays during the day from week 05 to week 08 and delivered via blended.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
Group tasks (800-word equivalent)02002, 04, 05, 07, 08
Written tests (2,000-word equivalent)05001, 03, 06, 07
One listening comprehension test (400-word equivalent)01006, 07
One oral exam (800-word equivalent)02002, 04

Melbourne, 2016, Semester 2, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJames Cannon

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.

TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.5 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
Written and oral group tasks (1,600-word equivalent)4001, 02, 03, 04, 05, 08
Written tests (2,000-word equivalent)5001, 06, 07
Listening comprehension test (400-word equivalent)1006