Syllabus
Syllabus French II 2023-2024
COURSE DESCRIPTION
French II is a continuation of French I or the 7th and 8th grade French program. It aims to reinforce and strengthen the four basic skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. French culture is expanded upon and students gain a greater appreciation, awareness and understanding of the customs and traditions of the French speaking world.
OBJECTIVES
Communicate in the target language. Give directions, ask and answer questions and provide information.
Speak with understandable pronunciation and syntax within the limits of your vocabulary and grammar.
Write for communication using clear, grammatically correct sentences.
Listen and read for comprehension within the limits of your vocabulary.
Broaden cultural background by studying/ researching and presenting information about the products and practices of French countries.
Use the information acquired from the study of world language to make connections with other disciplines.
Seek to compare new information about language and culture to own culture in order to look for similarities and differences.
Make world language part of the community by using it within the school on a daily basis (in class) and outside of school for personal fulfillment (films, short stories, current events, traveletc.).
***Note:
In French 2, students are learning French vocabulary, grammar, and culture in context mainely through authentic resources. Reading a novel and short stories crafted especially for the intermediate-low learners not only provides characters and a plot, but also the feeling of accomplishment once the novel or story has been read. Students will also listen to podcasts, French news, and watch movies and videos.
CONTENT***
CULTURE:
-Possible topics include:
Francophone culture through themes such as; Global Challenges, Science and Technology, Contemporary Life, Personal and Public Identities, Families and Communities, and Beauty and Aesthetics
Francophone culture through contexts such as; Diversity Issues, Economic Issues, Environmental Issues, Health Issues, Human Rights, Nutrition and Food Safety, Peace and War, Discoveries and Inventions, Ethical Questions, Future Technologies, Intellectual Property, The New Media, Social Impact of Technology, Advertising and Marketing, Education, Holidays and Celebrations, Housing and Shelter, Leisure and Sports, Professions, Rites of Passage, Travel, Alienation and Assimilation, Beliefs and Values, Language and Identity, Multiculturalism, Nationalism and Patriotism, Age and Class, Childhood and Adolescence, Citizenship, Customs and Ceremonies, Family Structures, Friendship and Love, Architecture, Contributions to World Artistic Heritage, Ideals of Beauty, Literature, Music, Performing Arts, Visual Arts, etc.
A review of francophone nations as related to geography, history, literature, art, music, etc.
Current events in Francophone countries
Comparing and contrasting different francophone cultures to student's own culture
READING:
-Possible Reading include:
Novel such as; Le Vol des oiseaux,
Short stories
VOCES stories
Articles
LISTENING/ WATCHING:
-Possible movies, series, and short films
Disney movies in target language, French cultural discovery videos, Tintin, la Guerre des Tuques, Asterix et Obelix contre César, My life as a Zucchini, Paris the experience, Quebec the Experience, April and the Extraordinary world, Les châteaux de la Loire, Versailles, Le Mont Saint-Michel, etc.
VOCABULARY:
-Possible Reading include:
Proverbs
Vocabulary from novels, short stories, etc.
Idiomatic expressions
Practical expressions
Useful expressions
Words of transitions
Vocabulary related to authentic sources when reading and listening
OTHER Topics related to themes and contexts such as; Holidays, Television, Adjectives/ feelings/ emotions, Rides and attractions at amusement Parks, Art terms, Places in the neighborhood, Modes of transportations, Daily routines, Health expressions, Parts of the body, Injuries, Staying fit, Good and bad eating habits, Household items, Household chores, House, Nature, Farm, Animals, etc.
GRAMMAR:
-Possible Grammar points to review and/or learn:
Adjectives‑ agreement, placement before noun
Adverbs- placement
Partitive‑ forms and use
Contractions with de, and à
Asking questions‑all types
Regular ER, IR, & RE verbs
Irregular verbs: avoir, aller, faire, être, prendre, vouloir, pouvoir, mettre, etc. List of most used irregular verbs (18)
Verb Tenses- Present, near future, imperative, and past tense with avoir
Interrogative
Demonstrative pronouns
Relative Pronouns
Interrogative Pronouns
Plurals of nouns ending in x
Introduction to Pronouns with commands (placement)
Introduction to Pronouns (D.O.P./I.O.P.) in the same sentence; Pronouns‑ direct, indirect, y, en
Personne ne/ Rien ne…
Negative expressions in the past tense & Des>de in the negative
Expressions of time (depuis quand)
Agreement of past participle in past tense
Verbs- Stem‑changing verbs(yer) (ger) (cer)
More irregular verbs‑present and past tenses
Reflexive verbs‑ present/ past tenses
Introduce the Imperfect tense ‑(form and uses)
Infinitive of reflexive verbs
Use of past tense and imperfect
***The content is subject to changes.
POSSIBLE ASSIGNMENTS:
*Most assignments can be done during class time when the time provided is well managed by student
Class participations
Homework
Study and Review lessons
Reading comprehension activities
Listening comprehension activities
Writing activities
Speaking activities
Pronunciation activities
Worksheets or electronic handouts in Google Classroom
Cultural comparisons
Short essays (one to three paragraphs)
Short stories
Journal entries
Journal reflections
List of vocabulary
Dialogues
Skits
Conversations
Projects
Presentations
Interviews
TicTacToe Choice Board
Grammar quizzes
Vocabulary quizzes
Reading comprehension quizzes
Listening comprehension quizzes
Pronunciation quizzes
Unit tests
Midterm exam/ Final exam
Etc.
DIGITAL TOOLS expected to be used:
*New and useful Digital Tools might be added to this list as the school year progresses.
Google Classroom
Voces
Voki
Flipgrid
Edpuzzle
Quizlet
Quizizz
Littlebirdtales
Audacity
Conjuguemos
Kami
Screencastify
Youtube
Blooket
The Boom Learning
Kahoot
Voces
Gimkit
ONLINE RESOURCES: USEFUL WEBSITES and YOUTUBE VIDEOS
-Here are some examples of resources possibly used in class.
Grammar
Apprendre le français avec Lingolia: Grammaire et Vocabulaire
L’indicatif: présent, passé composé, imparfait, future proche et simple, etc.
Passé Composé with AVOIR & with ÊTRE
Quand j’étais petit je voulais être…
Quand j'étais petite- Imparfait
Elise et sa routine quotidienne
Direct Object Pronoun (COD)
Indirect Object Pronoun (COI)
How to position French pronouns in affirmative and negative commands
Podcast/Radio, Series, and Cartoon
La semaine de la presse à l'école
RFI Savoirs: Les clés pour comprendre le monde en français
News
Je suis francophone (Facebook)
TV5Monde- 7 jours sur la Planète
TV5Monde- Destination Francophonie
Planète Éducation- Apprendre le français avec l'Inspecteur Roger Duflair
French Together- French Youtubers
Vocabulary and Expressions
La Dépêche- 600 mots quotidiens
Audiobooks
Commun Français- Audio livres en français
Music; dance, songs, etc.
French songs playlist; relaxe/chill
Sous le vent- Céline Dion & Garou
La Famille Bélier - Je vole (Louane)
LES COWBOYS FRINGANTS - L'Amérique pleure
La Compagnie Créole - Ça fait rire les oiseaux
"In our old homes" - Quebecois Traditional Folklore Song
La Marseillaise- from La vie en rose
Musique de Noël en Français 2021avec paroles/Lyrics - Compilation des meilleurs chansons de Noël
Others
Histoire de la Langue Française Documentary
France Geography/French Regions (song in English)
GENERAL CLASSROOM INFORMATION
HOMEWORK: Homework is to be handed in on time on the day it is due. If a student is absent, it is his/her/their responsibility to ask for the missing homework. Daily Homework consists of lessons’ review (vocabulary, grammar, etc.) of at least 10-15 minutes. Weekly homework, with the exception of projects, will vary from 1-3 hours depending on the level and ability of the student. *Most assignments can be done during class time when the time provided is well managed by students.
TEXTBOOK/NOVEL: If a textbook, workbook or novel is issued to students, they should be brought to class every day. If a numbered textbook and/or novel is issued, the student must return the textbook/novel assigned to him/her/them at the end of the school year.
ASSIGNMENTS: Take pride in your work and only hand in assignments to the teacher that you are proud of. Final papers should be neat, legible, double-spaced, on one side of the paper, well written, and well organized. Assignments will be turned in electronically in GOOGLE CLASSROOM or on paper directly to the teacher.
COMMUNICATION: Communication by students is to be in the target language at all times during class.
Note on instruction material: The instructional materials used at Hollis Brookline High School represent a broad range of knowledge, viewpoints, and experiences as well as a diversity of religious, ethnic, and cultural groups. Materials support curricular goals, stimulate academic growth, and provide students an opportunity to practice critical analysis while developing the ability to make intelligent judgments in their daily lives. We recognize that at times students and parents may object to some instructional material. If a parent wishes to have their student exempt from the use of any material, such as a video or novel utilized in a class, they must notify the teacher. It is strongly encouraged that the parent and student meet with the teacher to discuss the alternative material and/or any alternative assignments that coincide with the change in material.
If you have questions about the selection of course materials, please review the HBHS Cooperative School Board Policy IIA Instructional and Library Media Materials which can be found at http://policy.ctspublish.com/hollis-brookline-nhsba/.
TURNITIN- Please note that many teachers will be using software to check students' work for potential plagiarism or improper citations. For further information see: http://turnitin.com/Culture