The AP French Language and Culture course is designed to promote proficiency in French and to enable the student to explore culture in contemporary and historical contexts. This course:
1) Focuses on communication: Students will demonstrate their skills and abilities in the Interpersonal, Interpretive and Presentational modes of communication.
In Interpersonal Communication, the student engages in conversations, expresses ideas, and exchanges opinions using both spoken and written French
In Interpretive Communication, the student understands and interprets written and spoken French on a variety of topics
In Presentational Communication, the student presents information and ideas using spoken and written French to an audience
2) Encourages cultural awareness: Students will develop an understanding and appreciation of various aspects of the cultures of the French-speaking world including:
Cultural Products such as television and film, books, newspapers, music, laws, and institutions
Cultural Practices such as customs, traditions, and patterns of interactions
Cultural Perspectives such as values, attitudes, and beliefs
3) Incorporates themes: Students will study a variety of topics in interesting, meaningful and engaging contexts.
Global Challenges
Science and Technology
Contemporary Life
Personal and Public Identities
Families and Communities
Beauty and Aesthetics
Instructional content will reflect interests shared by the students and the teacher (the arts, current events, literature, sports, and so forth). Materials might include websites, podcasts, films, newspapers, magazines, and literature.
The course helps students develop language skills that can be applied beyond the French course in further French study and everyday life.