S2-S3 Modern Languages

Course Outline:

French/Spanish (continuers) – Understanding language, lifestyle and culture

You will work individually and in groups to further develop the four skills of listening and talking, reading and writing in French/Spanish as well as developing and extending your literacy and communication skills.  By studying this course, you will be able to:

·   understand and express yourself in increasing detail and complexity.

·   gain a deeper understanding of your own language and appreciate the interconnected nature of languages.

·   enhance your understanding and enjoyment of other cultures and see similarities and differences with Scottish culture.

·   find out about other ways of thinking and other views of the world though citizenship studies.

·   develop skills that you can use and enjoy in work and leisure throughout life.

You will learn to communicate effectively and with confidence in French/Spanish by developing talking and writing skills.

You will learn to use and create a wide range of texts for reading and listening whilst taking advantage of ICT resources to access texts and engage with others within school and beyond.

You will learn about the lifestyles and culture in French/Spanish speaking countries in Europe and beyond through topics such as Travel and Tourism, Healthy Lifestyles, Global Citizenship, Relationships and Film and Media Studies

You will be assessed on your ability to communicate effectively and with confidence in talking and writing by your teacher and by your peers.  The quality of work in your folio will also be assessed by your teacher.  There will be on-going in class assessment of your skills development in reading, listening, talking and writing through individual and group work.

ICT will be frequently used throughout the course and you will be expected to use GLOW at home and in school to help you with class and homework.