FRENCH 3 SYLLABUS
INSTRUCTOR: MONA J. P. SIMON
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: T’es Branche, IB materials: Le Monde en Francais, authentic materials from TV5 Monde and Radio France Internationale, Podcast Français Facile, newspaper, and additional teacher-made materials.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course builds on the skills acquired in French 2. It combines French 3 and IB SL 1. French is used as almost the only language of instruction and interaction. More emphasis is put on the IB standards and curriculum with the aim of preparing students to continue learning the language and earn an IB certificate, if not enrolled in the IB program.
STANDARDS
Standard 3.1: Reinforce and further your knowledge of other disciplines through the foreign language.
Standard 3.2: Acquire information and recognize the distinctive viewpoints that are only available through the foreign language and its cultures.
UNITS OF INSTRUCTION & TENTATIVE TIMELINE
The Daily Grind: Social relationships
Media and the Concept of Beauty
The Environment and Us: world issues, sciences and technology
Challenges of the Modern World: customs and traditions
CLASS RULES
Rules and expectations for my class can be summarized in two words: RESPECT AND RESPONSIBILITY. Students must act respectfully toward each other and the teacher. They will show responsibility by: being on time, coming to class prepared, following directions, not disrupting class, and not bringing foods and drinks in the classroom. See the student contract in their binder for more details.
Assessments and grading policy Student growth and performance will be assessed on a regular basis, on all units, through quizzes, class work, oral presentations, and tests. They will be scored as follows. 50% major assessments, 40% minor assessments, and 10% homework.
New grading scale
A= 90 - 100
B= 80 - 89
C=70 - 79
D= 60 - 69
CONTACT
For questions, comments, or suggestions, please contact me at one of the following:
Phone # 355 -5749
E-mail: msimon@greenville.k12.sc.us
Conferences can be held between 12:00 and 2:00 am or before / after school if arrangements are made. Extra help is available upon request. Please, feel free to arrange time for additional help.
MATERIALS
Students are expected to come to class prepared. Bring textbook, workbook, notebook and due home work every day.
Attendance Policy:
Absences in High School are accrued per course. Any absence in excess of 10 may cause the student to lose credit for a 180-day course. Any absence in excess of 5 may cause the student to lose credit for a 90-day / semester course. Absences that are medical (doctor notes), bereavement, and/or Principal Approved are not included in the maximum absences. Refer to student handbook.
Tardiness
Refer to Student Handbook. Greer High students must be present a minimum of 45 minutes to be counted.
My schedule:
1st Block Planning
2nd Block French IB + French 3
3rd Block French 2
4th Block French 2
Website
Information about the class will be posted on my website weekly. There, you will find current topics being studied, announcements, due dates for homework, assignments, projects, and upcoming quizzes and tests. In case of absences, students may refer to the weekly assignments page for missed work. I will be available for help between 8:15 and 10:00 upon request. My phone number: (864) 355-5749. E-mail: msimon@greenville.k12.sc.us
Academic Policies and Procedures: Missing work will be made up within 5 days after students have returned to school when absences were excused. It is the student’s responsibility to inquire about work that needs to be made up. A zero will be given for all assignments not made up during the allowed time.